Twitter data reveals the diets we love (and hate) the most 

Data from Twitter has revealed the sentiment we feel towards the most popular diets

You can view the full study here: https://www.chemist-4-u.com/guides/pharmaceutical-advice/what-diets-get-people-talking/

The diets with the most tweets

1. Mediterranean diet, focussing on eating high amounts of vegetables, fruits, nuts, beats and fish with low levels of meat and dairy products – 74% 

2. Atkins diet, emphasising the consumption of fat and protein but restricting carbohydrates – 68%

3. Weight Watchers diet, working around a point system, meal replacement and counselling  – 67% 

4. Paleo diet, consisting of foods thought to mirror those eaten by cave men during the Palaeolithic era – 64%

5. Vegetarian diet, omitting meat products from the diet and focussing on vegetables and dairy products – 63%

The diets with the most negative tweets

1. Noom, a subscription-based app focussing on establishing long term healthy habits – 42%

2. SlimFast diet – replacing meals with SlimFast shakes, smoothies or bars – 36%

3. DASH diet – consisting of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy foods – 33%

4. Intermittent fasting – involving switching between fasting and eating on a regular schedule – 32%

5. FODMAP diet – limiting foods which can cause internal distress – 29%

James O’Loan, Pharmacist and CEO at Chemist4U comments:

“The world of social media has and is continuing to play a big role in our everyday lives and when it comes to decision making around our health and wellbeing, it’s no different. Hearing other people’s experiences with diets can have a big influence on whether or not we too try that diet but it’s important to also think about taking these sentiments with a pinch of salt.

Speaking to an expert nutritionist or dietitian  is vitally important in attaining guidance and advice should you want to make a lifestyle change.”

You can view the full study here: https://www.chemist-4-u.com/guides/pharmaceutical-advice/what-diets-get-people-talking/