People looking to lose weight buy one diet book after the next, each time full of hope, and end up disappointed, disheartened, and a then go on to the next diet, holding out hope that will be dashed yet again.
Most diets are just a calorie-restricted diet with a gimmick. Why pay for this when I can give you one for free? Most people will lose weight on a calorie-restricted diet. These are easy to make.
The concept of dieting has a fundamental flaw: they are designed the same way diets are designed for lab rats. If you don’t have free agency, it’s simple to lose weight. But we live in the real world. A lab rat doesn’t have to drive by a McDonald’s after a bad day at work when Big Macs are on sale at 2 for $5. How do we navigate this?
No one has that answer. Willpower. But what is willpower exactly? I dunno. Diet doesn’t work? Blame the dieter. Dieter blames themselves. They’re out $14 and continue their search for the next diet to throw their money at.
You never have to buy another diet book again with ChatGPT.
ChatGPT can pump out any diet you like. If you don’t know, ChatGPT is a very clever artificial intelligence tool. If you ask it good questions, it can return very good answers.
If you’re not familiar with Ron Swanson, he’s a TV character from the TV show ‘Parks and Recreation’ and his character is a ‘man’s man’. Men like this think diets are ‘feminine’.
Here’s some clips of Ron in action. Note the food references.
So I asked ChatGPT to design a diet for Ron.
Design a calorie-restricted diet with a gimmick, provide a persuasive justification of why the diet will result in fast weight loss, and provide a sample 7-day meal plan. Make the diet appeal to a male with the personality type similar to the TV character Ron Swanson from ‘Parks and Recreation.’
30 second later I had this:
Diet Concept: “The Outdoorsman’s Fuel Plan”
Gimmick: The diet emphasizes hearty, ‘outdoorsy’ foods that Ron Swanson might appreciate, such as lean meats, fish, potatoes, and hearty vegetables, as well as eggs and dairy products. There’s a focus on simplicity and whole foods, with a minimal amount of ‘fuss’.
Justification: This diet can promote weight loss for several reasons:
- High Protein: Diets high in protein can help increase feelings of fullness, decrease overall calorie intake, and preserve lean muscle mass during weight loss.
- Nutrient-Dense: This diet includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods, including lean meats, fish, dairy, and vegetables, which can support overall health.
- Simple & Satisfying: This diet is designed to be straightforward and satisfying, which can help someone stick to the diet long-term.
- Portion Control: By providing specific meal plans, the diet naturally helps control portion sizes and total calorie intake.
Sample 7-Day Meal Plan: (This is based on approximately 2000 calories a day but can be adjusted according to individual needs)
Day 1:
- Breakfast: 3 scrambled eggs, 2 slices of lean bacon, black coffee
- Lunch: Grilled chicken salad with mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, olive oil dressing
- Dinner: Pan-seared salmon with a side of boiled new potatoes and steamed asparagus
Day 2:
- Breakfast: Omelet with mushrooms and cheese, black coffee
- Lunch: Lean roast beef with a side of roasted carrots and parsnips
- Dinner: Baked cod with a side of sautéed spinach and quinoa
Day 3:
- Breakfast: 3 hard-boiled eggs, 2 slices of lean bacon, black coffee
- Lunch: Turkey and cheese wrap in a whole grain tortilla
- Dinner: Grilled steak with a side of baked potato and steamed broccoli
Day 4:
- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with diced bell pepper, black coffee
- Lunch: Grilled chicken breast with a side of green beans and brown rice
- Dinner: Baked trout with a side of roasted Brussels sprouts and mashed sweet potato
Day 5:
- Breakfast: Omelet with spinach and feta cheese, black coffee
- Lunch: Tuna salad (canned tuna, light mayo, celery) on a bed of mixed greens
- Dinner: Grilled pork chop with a side of roasted root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, beets)
Day 6:
- Breakfast: 3 scrambled eggs, 2 slices of lean bacon, black coffee
- Lunch: Turkey burger (no bun) with a side of coleslaw
- Dinner: Grilled lean steak with a side of mashed cauliflower and grilled asparagus
Day 7:
- Breakfast: Omelet with diced bell pepper and cheese, black coffee
- Lunch: Grilled chicken Caesar salad (use a light dressing)
- Dinner: Pan-seared salmon with a side of boiled new potatoes and steamed green beans
The “Outdoorsman’s Fuel Plan” keeps things simple and hearty, much like Ron Swanson might appreciate.
Next I asked ChatGPT:
Write the marketing copy that would persuade the male personality type embodied in Ron Swanson to buy this diet book.
After another 30 seconds:
“The Outdoorsman’s Fuel Plan: No-Nonsense Guide to Effective Weight Loss”
Are you a straight-shooting, meat-and-potatoes kind of man? Do you find most diets overly complicated or filled with foods you can’t even pronounce? We hear you, and that’s why we’ve created “The Outdoorsman’s Fuel Plan” – a diet book for the modern, self-reliant man who appreciates simplicity and heartiness in his meals.
Our guide is free of frills and fuss. No kale smoothies, no quinoa salads. Just straight-forward, satisfying meals that nourish your body and keep you fueled throughout the day. This is a diet plan that understands you. It knows that you don’t have time for complicated recipes or exotic ingredients. You want something that works, and you want it without the fluff.
The Outdoorsman’s Fuel Plan isn’t just about losing weight, it’s about embracing a hearty, robust way of eating that suits your straightforward lifestyle. It includes simple, nutritious meals with lean meats, hearty vegetables, and satisfying sides. This plan doesn’t just trim your waistline, it feeds your need for hearty, satisfying meals.
Are you ready to lose weight while eating foods you love? Are you ready for a no-nonsense approach to healthy eating? Then grab a copy of “The Outdoorsman’s Fuel Plan” and embark on a weight loss journey that doesn’t compromise on taste, satisfaction, or your manhood. This isn’t just a diet book, it’s a manual for a stronger, healthier, more powerful you. Welcome to weight loss, the Outdoorsman’s way.
There you go! I just saved all you Ron Swansons out there $14 for a diet book that would clash with your whitetail 8-point mounted deer head and your gun collection anyway.
Any other diets you’d like me to generate?