In case you missed it, here's a detailed guide to the best diets overall and in sub-categories (best weight-loss diet, best diabetes diet, etc) - US News & World Report Announces Best Diets of 2015
Now in my opinion, the best diet for you is one that works for you and your family. Does it include whole foods? Is it easy to follow? Is it non-restrictive? Can it work for you in the long-term? Can you incorporate it into your life? Do you feel good and have energy when eating this way?
That being said, at some point we all need a map to help us reach our goals. Sometimes an exercise plan is helpful to get us started exercising in a more effective way, recipes are great for people to learn to ways to cook, and a "diet" is a great guideline to help people improve their eating habits. With all of these, you don't need to follow them indefinitely. Learn new things, incorporate that into your routine and refer to them for guidance as your create your own "diet."
The Best Diets Overall:
1. DASH Diet (from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI))
2. TLC Diet (from the National Institutes of Health)
3. Mediterranean Diet
4. Weight Watchers
5. Mayo Clinic Diet
Check out the link above for great information and lots of free information from some of the organizations such as the NHLBI)
Action Item: Use one or more of these diets as a roadmap to a healthier you! Discover new ideas and recommendations and mix that with what you are currently doing that's already working for you.
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