Total Rating
6.2
out of 10
2.9
out of 10
Metabolic Health ⓘ
6
Limited evidence supports metabolic health benefits beyond digestive symptom management.
3
Limited nutrient density and potential for metabolic stress due to restrictive caloric intake and imbalanced macronutrient profile.
Micronutrients ⓘ
6
Provides adequate micronutrients but risks deficiencies in calcium, vitamin D, and iron without fortified foods or supplements.
2
Fruitarian diet lacks essential micronutrients like B12, D, iodine, and zinc without supplementation, leading to chronic deficiencies.
Nutrient Density ⓘ
7
Balances nutrient-rich foods with restrictions that may limit phytonutrient diversity.
5
Provides moderate nutrient density per calorie but lacks phytonutrient diversity and essential nutrients like protein and fat.
Overall Health ⓘ
6
Provides short-term relief for IBS symptoms but lacks broad long-term health benefits and may risk nutritional imbalances with strict adherence.
3
Severe nutrient deficiencies and long-term health risks outweigh potential benefits due to lack of protein, fats, and essential micronutrients.
Sustainability ⓘ
6
Offers short-term symptom relief but requires strict adherence, limited flexibility, and potential psychological strain, making long-term sustainability challenging.
2
Severely restrictive, nutrient-deficient, and impractical for long-term adherence due to limited food variety, accessibility, and social feasibility.
Lifestyle Fit ⓘ
7
Offers moderate flexibility for social and travel scenarios but requires careful planning and may limit food variety.
3
Severely limits social engagement, travel flexibility, and daily routine integration due to restrictive food choices and logistical challenges.
Practicality ⓘ
6
Requires careful planning and tracking but remains accessible and affordable for most with moderate effort.
2
Requires extreme cost, limited food variety, and impractical meal planning for long-term adherence.
Appetite Control ⓘ
6
Limited impact on appetite control due to variable fiber and protein content, potential for restrictive cravings, and lack of direct evidence on satiety outcomes.
3
Severely limited protein and fat intake likely increases hunger and cravings while high sugar content destabilizes appetite regulation.
Fat Quality ⓘ
7
Provides moderate healthy fats but may lack sufficient omega-3s and saturated fat balance due to dietary restrictions.
3
Severely lacks essential long-chain omega-3s and high-quality unsaturated fats, risking cardiovascular and neurological deficiencies.
Fiber Intake ⓘ
6
Provides moderate fiber quantity but limits fermentable and diverse fiber sources, potentially compromising gut microbiome diversity and long-term metabolic benefits.
6
Provides adequate fiber quantity but lacks diversity and may cause digestive challenges.
Gut Health ⓘ
7
Effectively reduces IBS symptoms but limits fiber diversity and prebiotic intake compared to broader plant-based diets.
4
Limited fiber diversity and exclusion of prebiotic/fermented foods hinder microbiome diversity and digestive balance.
Hormonal Support ⓘ
6
Provides moderate support for hormonal balance through satiety and nutrient variety but lacks direct evidence on hormonal markers and may risk deficiencies with strict adherence.
3
Severely restricts essential fats, proteins, and micronutrients critical for hormone synthesis and regulation.
Macro Balance ⓘ
6
Provides moderate flexibility in macronutrient distribution but prioritizes symptom management over optimized functional ratios.
2
Severely deficient in protein and fat, leading to critical nutrient gaps and metabolic dysfunction.
Protein Quality ⓘ
6
Provides adequate protein from animal sources but may lack sufficient plant-based completeness and leucine density in some variations.
1
Severely deficient in essential amino acids, digestible protein, and overall sufficiency for recovery and satiety.
Taste ⓘ
7
Offers moderate flavor variety with strategic seasoning but may require effort to avoid blandness.
3
Limited flavor variety and potential monotony reduce long-term enjoyment and adherence.
Body Composition ⓘ
4
Limited evidence supports fat loss while preserving lean mass, with potential risks of nutrient deficiencies and reduced training performance.
2
Severe protein deficiency and muscle loss risk compromise fat-to-muscle ratio.
Energy Balance ⓘ
4
Limited structure for intentional calorie control, with potential for unintentional deficits but lacks flexibility for sustained energy management.
3
Limited calorie control and satiety due to low protein/fat, restricted flexibility, and potential under-eating.
Lean Mass ⓘ
5
Limited protein variety and potential energy deficits may hinder muscle preservation during restrictive phases.
2
Severely limits protein and essential amino acids, risking significant muscle loss during caloric restriction.
Athletic Support ⓘ
5
May limit carbohydrate intake and risk micronutrient deficiencies if not carefully structured for athletic demands.
2
Severely limits caloric and protein intake, risking energy deficits and impaired recovery.
Weight Loss ⓘ
4
Primarily designed for IBS symptom management, it may lead to modest short-term weight loss due to reduced food intake but lacks long-term fat loss sustainability and metabolic benefits.
3
Limited calorie deficit potential, risks of nutrient deficiencies and muscle loss, and poor long-term sustainability hinder effective fat loss.
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