08 Discussion - Diets - Are They Worth It?

There are a number of types, forms and fads of diets, such as the Atkins diet to gluten sensitivity diet. Individuals utilize these diets to lose weight, detox, improve digestion and/or become healthier in some way.

Research these various diets, the claims they make, how they affect the body, and any possible complications that could result. Pick one of these diets and assess the validity of them. How does this diet specifically influence the digestive system, nutritional intake and overall health, good and bad? Are the claims made by this specific diet pseudoscience? Would you try it or recommend it to someone? Why or why not? Are there any diets that people should go on to become healthier? Why or why not?