258: What Makes a Diet “Good”? 7 Traits of Healthy Eating

What actually makes a diet "good"? Not how quickly it produces weight loss, how restrictive it is, or how many foods it eliminates.  In this episode, the second in a mini-series about diets and dietary patterns, the focus is on seven characteristics commonly found in eating patterns that support health: adequacy, balance, variety, moderation, sustainability, enjoyment, and cultural fit.  Learn why these characteristics matter and why a healthy eating pattern needs to work in real life, not just look good  Read More: What Makes a Diet “Good”? Common Traits of Healthy Eating Patterns Read More: What Is a Diet, Really? Why We've Misunderstood the Word "Diet" Episode 257: What Is a Diet, Really? Why We've Misunderstood the Word "Diet”