Mindful Eating vs Strict Dieting: Finding the Balance for Sustainable Wellness

Strict dieting encompasses various methods that drastically limit food intake, variety, or types of food allowed based on specific rules. Common forms include:

• Calorie Counting: Keeping meticulous track of calorie intake.
• Elimination Diets: Removing entire food groups to lose weight or identify allergies.
• Intermittent Fasting: Restricting eating to certain time frames.

While strict dieting can lead to short-term weight loss, it often lacks sustainability and can foster unhealthy relationships with food.