The inuit diet, also known as the traditional diet of the inuit people, is a type of diet that is based on the consumption of foods that are available in the arctic, including fish, seal, whale, caribou, and other game animals. The diet is high in protein and healthy fats, and low in carbohydrates. While the inuit diet can be a healthy way to eat in the arctic environment, it may not be appropriate or practical for people in other parts of the world. Additionally, the diet may be lacking in certain key nutrients that are found in plant-based foods, such as fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is also important to note that the traditional inuit diet has changed significantly in recent years, with the introduction of processed foods and a shift away from traditional hunting and fishing practices. As a result, the health of inuit populations has been impacted, and it is important to work with a healthcare provider to develop an individualized plan that meets your specific needs.
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Omnivore diet, Plant-based diet
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Regional diets
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Western diet, Mediterranean diet
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Sustainable diets
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Low carbon diet, Planetary health diet
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Religious diets
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Buddhist diet, Christian diet, Hindu diet, Islamic diet, Jain diet, Jewish diet, Rastafari diet, Sikh diet
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Vegetarianism and veganism
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Fruitarianism diet, Meat analogue diet, Milk substitute diet, Raw vegan diet, Tofu diet
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Semi-vegetarianism
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Ovo-lacto vegetarianism, Pescetarian diet, Pollotarian diet
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Supplement diets
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Bodybuilding supplements, Meal replacement diet, Therapeutic food diet
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Non-solid diets
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Liquid diets, Very-low-calorie diet
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Specific
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Calorie restriction diet, Cardiac diet, Diabetic diet, Fluid restriction diet, Gluten-free diet, Gluten-free and casein-free diet, Intermittent fasting diet, Low-sodium diet, Low-FODMAP diet, Low-carbohydrate diet, Low-fat diet, Low-fiber/low-residue diet, Monotrophic diet, NPO diet, Renal diet, Soft diet, Specific carbohydrate diet
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Other diets
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Entomophagy diet, Cotton ball diet, Pica diet, DASH diet, Inuit diet, MIND diet, Time-restricted feeding diet, Raw foodism diet, U.S. military diet
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Fad diets
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Cambridge diet, Macrobiotic diet, Master Cleanse diet, Junk food diet, Superfood diet, Slow-Carb diet
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List of diets
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Diet food, Diet, Cuisine, Nutrition, Obesity
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