I post frequently on my social media pages ( Here for my Instagram) about balanced diets and have always been outwardly spoken against the "fad diets" that take over our Facebook feeds and social conversations. The problem with fad diets are just that, they are fads.  Short term, non-effective, over-restrictive and always seem to have a cult-like following.  I talked before about them, and if you haven't read my blog about how to spot a fad diet, check it out HERE You may be thinking, if all these diets are not going to work, what should I do?  I want to have my cake and eat it too, but it seems like all these diets out there make it so complicated that I can't. Well, let me introduce you to a crazy concept... Balanced, non-restrictive nutrition ! Yes, you can reach your goals while eating healthy and enjoying the foods we all love that may not be as healthy.  Eating nutritious, nutrient-rich foods (think lean proteins, veggies, fruit, complex carbs) the majo