There are many popular diets today. Three diets we will highlight in this discussion board are the Atkins Diet, the Paleo Diet, and the Keto Diet.
The Atkins Diet was introduced in the 1960’s by Dr. Robert Atkins. Click this link for some basic information on this diet. (https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/atkins-diet/art-20048485)
The “Paleo Diet” was published by Loren Cordain in 2002. Click this link for some basic information on this diet. (https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/paleo-diet/art-20111182)
The Keto Diet was actually developed as a treatment for epilepsy. It is now used by some for weight loss. Click this link for basic information on this diet. (https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/ketogenic-diet-is-the-ultimate-low-carb-diet-good-for-you-2017072712089)
For this discussion board:
Choose two of the three diets (Atkins, Paleo, Keto). Focus on the types of foods included and excluded. The 5 Discussion Board topics/prompts below should each be covered by at least a paragraph which is 3-5 sentences.
1. Describe the basic diet plan for one of the three diets. Explain how the diet is meant to help with weight loss or improved health. Relate this to what you know about metabolism.
2. Describe the basic diet plan of the second of the three diets. Explain how the diet is meant to help with weight loss or improved health. Relate this to what you know about metabolism
3. Explain at least three similarities or differences between your two chosen diets
4. Explain any possible health benefits or concerns (at least 3) that could result from following your chosen diet plans