Round Table China Beware the viral diet
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Nov 25, 2025 This discussion dives into the hidden dangers of viral diets that promise quick weight loss. A shocking case of a woman hospitalized after a liquid-only diet highlights urgent health concerns. They dissect the risks of full-liquid diets, nutrient deficiencies, and the pitfalls of intermittent fasting. The hosts emphasize the importance of medical guidance, especially regarding popular trends like keto. Lastly, they remind us that weight loss is complex and involves various factors beyond just diet.
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Emergency From A Viral Liquid Diet
- Yu Shan described a woman who collapsed after following a viral liquid-only diet and required emergency care.
- Niu Honglin and Yu Shan shared personal attempts at liquid or restrictive diets and their limited tolerance for them.
Avoid Extreme Diets Without Medical Oversight
- Avoid extreme trends like full liquid fasting or unsupervised meal-replacement plans without medical guidance.
- Follow doctor advice because these plans can cause nutrient deficiencies, electrolyte imbalance, and organ strain.
One-Size Viral Diets Mislead
- Viral diet success stories mislead because methods rarely suit everyone and ignore individual biology.
- Experts stress personalized approaches since one person's result doesn't prove universal safety or effectiveness.