Ep. 10 - Diets Suck...But You Don't!

The word diet has been hijacked by diet culture—and most of us have fallen into its trap at one point or another. But here’s the truth: fad diets don’t work. They never have, and they never will.

In this episode of The About Thyme Podcast, Dr. Tammy Fogarty breaks down the difference between a true diet and a fad diet, why fad diets are designed to fail you, and what you can do instead to finally find peace with food. You’ll hear real client stories, science-backed explanations, and practical strategies you can start using today to stop the yo-yo cycle and create a way of eating that actually works long-term.

Because yes—diets suck, but you don’t.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The true definition of diet vs. what society has turned it into

The telltale signs of a fad diet (and why they’re doomed to fail)

How your metabolism, hormones, and mindset respond to restriction

The ripple effects of fad dieting on mood, sleep, and body image

Why restriction and deprivation always backfire

A simple, sustainable framework for balanced eating without extremes

How to reframe your mindset so health becomes a lifestyle—not a finish line

Achievable Actions for Today:

1. Ditch the fad diet mindset. Instead of cutting out, add in.

2. Add a veggie to dinner.

3. Add fruit to breakfast.

4. Add a short walk after lunch.

Remember: your body responds to consistency, not perfection.


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