These were defined as diets that promise d quick weight loss with minimal effort through the restriction of macronutrients or certain foods, rather than encouraging sustainable, long term dietary change.
“Social media allows global communities to easily connect and share their views on the things they are passionate about.
“Social media shows us the topics that are trending – and as health professionals we need to work together as a community to reshare posts that supports people interested in nutrition to access the right information.
“At the end of the day, we all have individual health needs – so it’s best to seek nutrition information that is tailored to you from an Accredited Practising Dietitian.” Trending tweets greatest amplifier of dodgy diets 2 This research is one of over 200 abstracts being presented at the Dietitians Australia National Conference.