Are you a diet fanatic?

Exercise and dieting fanaticism must be avoided as the change in body weight depends on diverse factors

Fanaticism in any form is generally not a good idea, and the same applies to dieting and exercise. Unfortunately, many people can be classified as diet fanatics. Let's have a look at some of the manifestations of diet and exercise fanaticism and why they should be avoided.

There are no absolutes

Firstly it helps to keep in mind that all the biological sciences, including nutrition and medicine, are based on complex biological systems, such as the human body, and that it is impossible to define absolute values for most parameters.

However, when we define most of the parameters applied in nutrition, we are working with broad guidelines, not absolute values. You will, therefore, understand that anyone who tries to work out their energy intake or expenditure to the last kilocalorie or kilo joule, is attempting the impossible.