Diets Don’t work
“Diets fit the definition of insanity. You try the same thing over and over, expecting different results.”
If diets were truly effective, one would suffice, and you would never need to diet again. Yet, many individuals find themselves caught in a inevitable cycle of dieting, leading to feelings of defeat and a sense of directionlessness. The struggle is not your fault.
Diets are designed to profit off Of our insecurities. You don’t fail diets. Diets Fail You.
When we restrict access to essential nutrients like fats and carbohydrates, our desire for these foods intensifies. Consider a basic example: if we were deprived of water for several hours, the body would eventually signal its need for hydration. Prolonged deprivation would cause our body to focus all its energy on finding water—this urgency for survival takes precedence over everything else. Our bodies inherently seek to maintain homeostasis, balancing factors such as temperature, sleep, and appetite.
Our bodies are wired to ensure survival, responding to deprivation with behaviors aimed at restoring balance. Attempting to trick your body through dieting is futile; your body possesses the wisdom to counteract such efforts.
Ready to ditch the diet?
Diets impose external rules regarding what, when, and how much to eat, leaving little room for the body’s natural cues. In contrast, intuitive eating encourages you to reconnect with and listen to your body's internal signals. This approach fosters a healthier relationship with food, promoting both mental and physical well-being. It's time to step away from dieting cycles and embrace a more intuitive, nourishing way of eating.
Questions to ask yourself
How many times have you started a diet? What does it mean for a diet to “work”? I get it - starting a diet is often filled with some initial euphoria, especially in the first few days.