Dietary faddism in diabetes: A comprehensive analysis of popular diets and their impact

• Author Details:   
• Amol Hartalkar ^*
• Sheetal Hartalkar

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Dietary faddism refers to the practice of adopting unproven, restrictive, or extreme dietary habits, often based on trends or personal beliefs, rather than scientifically validated evidence. In the management of diabetes, a condition marked by disrupted glucose metabolism, the prevalence of dietary faddism has increased. Popular diets such as ketogenic, paleo, intermittent fasting, and others are often embraced by individuals with diabetes despite a lack of substantial evidence for their long-term effectiveness or safety. This article aims to explore the implications of dietary faddism in diabetes management, analysing the most common diets, their scientific validity, and the potential risks and benefits. Furthermore, this paper highlights the importance of evidence-based dietary interventions in managing diabetes to ensure optimal patient outcomes. It's crucial to approach information about nutrition and food with a critical mind set, seeking evidence-based advice from qualified professionals. 

Keywords: Dietary habits, Nutrient deficiencies, Blood glucose, Nutrient deficiencies