Dictionary
Diet systems & eating patterns
Browse 14 entries—each summarizes who it may suit, what foods are emphasized, and what clinicians watch for. Summaries are updated periodically for general education; always pair changes with your doctor or registered dietitian.
Clinical / therapeutic
DASH Diet
Also known as: Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
Designed around blood-pressure-friendly minerals and lower sodium—still one of the most cited patterns in hypertension care.
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Diabetes Plate Method
Also known as: ADA plate method · Healthy plate for diabetes
Portion visualization: half non-starchy vegetables, quarter lean protein, quarter carbohydrate—widely taught for glucose-friendly meals.
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Low-FODMAP Diet
Also known as: FODMAP elimination & reintroduction
A three-phase, clinician-guided protocol for IBS symptoms—not a permanent “avoid everything” list.
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TLC Diet (Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes)
Also known as: NHLBI TLC · ATP III lifestyle diet
Classic cholesterol-lowering lifestyle frame: saturated fat limits, soluble fiber, weight control, and activity—still used in lipid teaching.
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Eating patterns & behavior
Heart, brain & longevity
Mediterranean Diet
Also known as: Med diet · Mediterranean-style eating pattern
Olive oil, fish, legumes, and whole grains—often used as the reference “healthy pattern” in global guidelines.
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MIND Diet
Also known as: Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay
Hybrid of Mediterranean + DASH with extra emphasis on berries, leafy greens, and limiting fried or pastry foods for long-term brain health.
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Nordic Diet
Also known as: New Nordic · Scandinavian-style pattern
Canola/rapeseed oil, fatty fish, berries, whole grains, and seasonal produce—similar spirit to Mediterranean but regional foods.
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Plant-forward
Flexitarian Diet
Also known as: Semi-vegetarian · Casual vegetarian
Plants first with optional animal foods occasionally—popular for sustainability and gradual change.
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Lacto-Ovo Vegetarian
Also known as: Vegetarian (includes dairy and/or eggs)
No meat or fish; dairy and/or eggs may be included—distinct from vegan patterns.
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Vegan (100% plant)
Also known as: Strict plant-based (ethical vegan) · 100% plant foods
Excludes all animal products—high fiber and variety possible; B12 and key minerals need intentional planning.
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Whole-Food Plant-Based (WFPB)
Also known as: WFPB · Minimally processed plant emphasis
Plants as the base with minimal ultra-processing—not the same as “vegan junk food.”
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Weight & metabolic
Ketogenic (Keto) Diet
Also known as: Very low carbohydrate ketogenic diet · VLCKD (clinical variants exist)
Very low carb, high fat—aims for sustained ketosis; strong metabolic effects that require medical awareness.
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Paleo Diet
Also known as: Paleolithic diet · Caveman diet (informal)
Emphasizes meats, fish, eggs, vegetables, fruits, nuts—excludes grains and legumes in strict forms.
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Trusted medical & nutrition references
These organizations publish peer-reviewed or clinician-vetted guidance. They are not affiliated with Basma; use them to validate goals with a registered dietitian or physician.