Pierre Dukan
Pierre Dukan
Pierre Dukan (pronunciation: pee-air doo-kahn) is a French medical doctor and nutritionist, best known for developing the Dukan Diet, a high-protein, low-carb diet plan.
Etymology
The name "Pierre Dukan" is of French origin. "Pierre" is a common French first name, equivalent to the English "Peter". The surname "Dukan" is less common and its origins are unclear.
Biography
Pierre Dukan was born in Algiers, Algeria, in 1941. He moved to France for his medical studies and became a general practitioner. His interest in diet and nutrition was sparked when a patient refused to give up meat in order to lose weight. This led Dukan to develop his own diet plan, which became known as the Dukan Diet.
Dukan Diet
The Dukan Diet is a high-protein, low-carb diet plan that is divided into four phases: the Attack phase, the Cruise phase, the Consolidation phase, and the Stabilization phase. The diet emphasizes lean protein, oat bran, water, and a daily 20-minute walk. Despite its popularity, the diet has been criticized by some health professionals for being too restrictive and potentially harmful to health.
Controversies
In 2012, Pierre Dukan was banned from practicing as a GP in France due to a breach of medical ethics. He had suggested that students should be awarded extra marks for staying slim, a proposal that was widely criticized.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pierre Dukan
- Wikipedia's article - Pierre Dukan
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