Why do we always see so many success stories with these "FAD" diets that hit the media or internet? Let me tell you one thing before I explain, there are many ways to achieve weight loss, it's always about what's the best and most sustainable way for you. These FAD diets have crazy testimonials because they all have one very important thing in common. They're all created to put you into a caloric deficit. This is the main focus on helping someone achieve weight loss. Other Episodes to listen to: 1) Episode 38: Why FAD diets will never work 2) Episode 200: The raw truth about diet culture with Ainsley Perish Key Takeaways: The main purpose of a diet. What the main goals are for a diet within your weight loss journey What the most common factor of all FAD diets is How to create your own FAD diet that actually works for you If you have any questions you want answered or wanting to talk to me directly, head over to: https://www.trainhardlivestrong.com/ask Check out all our partnerships: https://www.trainhardlivestrong.com/Partnerships Flex Pro Meals: https://www.flexpromeals.com/ : Code/ TrainHard to save 20% OFF Host: https://www.instagram.com/matthew_fitness_trainer/ Athletic Beings Training & Apparel: www.athleticbeings.com / www.athleticbeingstraining.com Podcast Website: www.trainhardlivestrong.com/podcast LiquidIV: Liquidiv.com / Code: TrainHard / Save 25% off your entire purchase FNX Fit: https://fnx.grsm.io/TrainHard / Code:Trainhard / Save 15% off your entire purchase Flex Pro Meals / 20% off your 1st order / Code: TrainHard: https://www.flexpromeals.com/ YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/MatthewFitnessTrainer Train with Coach Matt Anywhere: www.EliteHIITPerformance.com