• Diets are any diet that is followed to achieve specific health goals, such as losing, gaining, or maintaining weight, or to prevent and treat diseases. There are many types of diets, ranging from healthy, balanced diets that focus on fruits, vegetables and whole grains, to fad or fad diets that may lack scientific evidence and rely on strict, unbalanced dietary restrictions. When choosing a diet, it is important to consult a nutritionist to ensure it is safe and suits your individual needs.

• Types of diets:

• Mediterranean Diet: Focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts, with moderate amounts of fish and dairy products* Low-fat diets: reduce fat and increase intake of complex carbohydrates and fiber, with an emphasis on vegetables, fruits, and whole grains* Vegetarian diets: exclude meat and animal products, and focus on plant foods* Diets for special or medical purposes: Intermittent fasting diet: It alternates between periods of eating and periods of fasting - Ketogenic diet (keto): A high-fat, very low-carb diet, sometimes used to treat refractory epilepsy - Kidney-healthy diet: Reduces the amounts of potassium, phosphorus, and proteins, and limits fluid intake in kidney patients.

• Tips when following a diet :

• Be wary of fad diets: Be wary of diets that promise quick fixes or exclude an entire food group.

• Focus on sustainability: Healthy, balanced diets that can be maintained over the long term are the most effective.

• Exercise: Combine regular diet and physical activity to stay fit and overall healthy

• Consult a specialist: Speak with a doctor or nutritionist before starting any diet to ensure its right for you.

• The Clinical Nutrition Department at the International Medical Center boasts a highly specialized and experienced medical team in the field of nutrition and obesity.If you are struggling with weight gain or obesity, dont hesitate to visit us.