Nutrition is not a belief system...

J72FIT
J72FIT Posts: 6,009 Member
edited November 21 in Food and Nutrition
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  • J72FIT
    J72FIT Posts: 6,009 Member
    nvmomketo wrote: »
    I did find it sort of funny how he went on about sexy, splashy diet programs that are out to make a buck, but then finished with advertising for Precision Nutrition. Bit ironic.

    Does not take away from the quality of the article IMO...
  • J72FIT
    J72FIT Posts: 6,009 Member
    jdlobb wrote: »
    J72FIT wrote: »
    nvmomketo wrote: »
    I did find it sort of funny how he went on about sexy, splashy diet programs that are out to make a buck, but then finished with advertising for Precision Nutrition. Bit ironic.

    Does not take away from the quality of the article IMO...

    eh, it kind of does. Because he basically reduces every other diet belief to hokem, because they don't agree with what his particular beliefs are. Almost every diet "belief" is backed up by some form of science. That's where they all come from, some study, somewhere, says something, and people run with it. He's not really any different. He's just trying to convince you his is to sell books, oddly for a diet system he's not even fully qualified in yet, which is interesting.

    Agree to disagree...
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    Advertorial. Not much more.
  • jdlobb
    jdlobb Posts: 1,232 Member
    edited August 2017
    J72FIT wrote: »
    jdlobb wrote: »
    J72FIT wrote: »
    nvmomketo wrote: »
    I did find it sort of funny how he went on about sexy, splashy diet programs that are out to make a buck, but then finished with advertising for Precision Nutrition. Bit ironic.

    Does not take away from the quality of the article IMO...

    eh, it kind of does. Because he basically reduces every other diet belief to hokem, because they don't agree with what his particular beliefs are. Almost every diet "belief" is backed up by some form of science. That's where they all come from, some study, somewhere, says something, and people run with it. He's not really any different. He's just trying to convince you his is to sell books, oddly for a diet system he's not even fully qualified in yet, which is interesting.

    Agree to disagree...

    disagree all you want. I don't know if I've ever seen a diet plan that didn't have a lengthy list of citations to back it up. Even plans that differ completely.

    The message I take away from that is that the most important thing in weight loss, more than the specifics of how you're dieting, is THAT you're dieting. That structure, rules, and rigorous adherence to some basic methodology, is better than a casual "just eat less" approach.
  • nvmomketo
    nvmomketo Posts: 12,019 Member
    J72FIT wrote: »
    nvmomketo wrote: »
    I did find it sort of funny how he went on about sexy, splashy diet programs that are out to make a buck, but then finished with advertising for Precision Nutrition. Bit ironic.

    Does not take away from the quality of the article IMO...

    He had aome interesting thoughts but he lost credibility at the end.
  • J72FIT
    J72FIT Posts: 6,009 Member
    Don't know why so many are getting hung up on the sales pitch. I just ignored it...
  • mph323
    mph323 Posts: 3,563 Member
    J72FIT wrote: »
    rybo wrote: »
    jdlobb wrote: »
    J72FIT wrote: »
    Don't know why so many are getting hung up on the sales pitch. I just ignored it...

    they though? context is important, and it is literally the context for the entire article. He's not actually trying to get anybody to make better decisions based on the article itself. He's trying to convince them that with HIS paid help he can get you to make better decisions.

    I have no affiliation or ties to PN, that said it is one of the leading diet and nutrition companies out there because it doesn't push a diet or gimmick or anything like that. They are based completely on science and use the best and latest research available. Much of their system is focused on helping people to sustainably change their habits so that they can be successful in the long term, not just about what they are eating. Mock it all you want, they are a leading authority.

    ^^^This.

    Why anyone would "woo" this is beyond me...

    woohoo?
  • kimny72
    kimny72 Posts: 16,011 Member
    edited August 2017
    AFGP11 wrote: »
    This is an ad. You have to start thinking of the motivation of the writer before you go off and believe anything online. This person wants your money. Keep that in mind. I tend to trust studies and authorities on health who are not trying to get me to spend on them.

    But do you disagree with any of the non-advertising points the author made?

    I really think OP was just happy to see a mainstream nutrition post that suggested people stop "believing" in every new thing that comes down the pike and look at the preponderance of actual scientific evidence that has accumulated over time. Considering the 2 billion posts here about ACV and green tea and superfoods and detoxes and waist trainers etc that people learn about through blog posts like this one, it's nice to see someone trying to sell science <shrug>
  • BoxerBrawler
    BoxerBrawler Posts: 2,032 Member
    edited August 2017
    lorrpb wrote: »
    "Stop believing in every new thing that comes along" unless it has Precision Nutrition name on it. This is not science, not research, it's cherry picking "studies" to promote a product.

    Agree! Almost every new thing comes with a good sales pitch claims that it's based on scientific research and studies. I could write an article and claim it's backed by scientific research as well... that doesn't mean it is. For that matter... I could start selling shakes and call myself a nutritional coach :wink:

  • Fuzzipeg
    Fuzzipeg Posts: 2,301 Member
    I was expecting nutritional advice as a taster, not a prelude to, "join my certification scheme", without any idea of what you were letting yourself in for.

    I'm someone who discovered vit b 12 with intrinsic factor made the world of difference to intolerances in my Hashimoto's Thyroiditis wrecked system and this was after I'd assiduously followed nutritional advice which was already making inroads to my issues but I'd still been lacking something. I support any move towards nutrition, particularly for those who are enzyme or microbially challenged, those who are in poor health for some reason, beyond the regularly available knowledge.

    I wish I'd studied nutrition in the past, it would have been way more beneficial for me than taking business studies.

    My beliefs are too way out for many on here who consider it all, woo. It is where the science is steadily leading those who are repeatedly failed by current medical practices. I'm not convinced this article does anything to hasten this progress.
  • Carlos_421
    Carlos_421 Posts: 5,132 Member
    edited August 2017
    jdlobb wrote: »
    nvmomketo wrote: »
    J72FIT wrote: »
    nvmomketo wrote: »
    I did find it sort of funny how he went on about sexy, splashy diet programs that are out to make a buck, but then finished with advertising for Precision Nutrition. Bit ironic.

    Does not take away from the quality of the article IMO...

    He had aome interesting thoughts but he lost credibility at the end.

    the hilarious part?

    #4 on his list of what to do next

    4. Scrutinize claims that are tied to financial gain.

    and #6?

    6. Get qualified coaching.
    If you don’t feel confident reading research or understanding the science, consider finding a Precision Nutrition Certified coach or enrolling in the Certification yourself.


    hmmm

    folllowed a pitch for his classes, and a teaser for a $200 discount!

    Scrutinize claims that are tied to financial gain indeed.

    These are not contradictory statements.
    #4 says to "scrutinize" claims tied to financial gain. It does not say to dismiss them. It also goes on to explain what he means by "claims tied to financial gain" by offering examples of claims made by companies to get you to buy their product ("ripped abs in 1 minute), illustrating that he means if a company wants to sell you something to get ripped abs in 1 minute, you shouldn't hand over the cash until after you've scrutinized their claims (meaning you research for yourself to see if 1 minute abs are actually possible based on scientific research).
    #6 makes the claim (tied to financial gain) that Precision Nutrition Certified coaches are qualified to help you understand the science of nutrition. I'm sure the author would agree that you should then indeed scrutinize this claim before handing over your money. Do research and verify whether Precision Nutrition Certified coaches are indeed qualified to help you understand the science of nutrition.

    Scrutiny =/= rejection

    Edited to add: Besides, even if these two points at the conclusion of the article were contradictory, would that invalidate the premise of the article, that nutritional theories should be built on a foundation of scientific research rather than on mere beliefs, what we want to be true or what sounds good? No. No it wouldn't.
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