The community recommends abandoning the 'all or nothing' mentality in favor of a flexible and progressive approach: prioritize adding nutritious foods rather than brutal restriction, and view each meal as a new opportunity to do well.

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The 'addition rather than subtraction' strategy aligns with the principles of behavioral psychology, which suggests that gradual changes are more sustainable than sudden deprivation (observational methods, health psychology). The idea of not having ultra-processed products within reach is based on the concept of choice architecture, a recognized lever for reducing impulsive consumption (studies in behavioral economics). Science also confirms that guilt related to eating can create a vicious cycle of stress that again promotes comfort foods with low nutritional value (RCT on emotional regulation and eating). It is, however, important to note that while adding nutrients improves the overall quality of the plate, total caloric density remains a factor to monitor for energy and weight management. The approach is solid, pragmatic, and avoids the pitfalls of restrictive diets that are often abandoned quickly. The community converges strongly toward this compassionate and pragmatic vision of nutrition.

the sources

1. 1Stewart TM, Williamson DA, White MA 2002
2. 2Neumark-Sztainer D et al. 2007
3. 3r/nutrition