Vegetarian
Excludes meat, poultry, fish, and seafood, but includes other animal by-products, including eggs and dairy. Vegetarians consume fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains as the primary focus of their diet.
Mediterranean
Inspired by eating habits of inhabitants near the Mediterranean Sea, the diet focuses on heart-healthy foods such as vegetables, fish, fruit, grains, olive oil, and nuts. The consumption of red meat is kept to a minimum in this diet, and dairy intake is moderate, comprised of sources such as yogurts and cheeses.
Low Carb
Focuses on restricting how many carbohydrates are consumed, mostly those in processed foods, sugar, and refined carbohydrates. Those who follow this diet typically consume meat, poultry, fish, full-fat dairy, non-starchy vegetables, and natural fats.
Vegan
Excludes all animal by-products, including meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, and dairy. Veganism can also include not consuming honey, a by-product of bees. Vegan diets rely on plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
Ketogenic
Prioritizes the consumption of fat and protein with very few carbs. The higher percentage of fat consumption in the Keto diet aims to trigger the body to use energy from fat instead of sugar through ketosis.
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Definition of the word Diet “the kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.” – Oxford Dictionary
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