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Diet and nutrition myths
Wednesday, April 22, 2009 14:52 5 CommentsMyth: Fad diets work for permanent weight loss.
Fact: Fad diets are not the best way to lose weight and keep it off. Fad diets often promise quick weight loss or tell you to cut certain foods out of your diet. You may lose weight at first on one of these diets. But diets that strictly [...]
Nutrition Myths
Tuesday, April 14, 2009 16:33 No CommentsDiet and Nutrition Myths
All Fats are bad
It’s a long-held nutrition myth that all fats are bad. But the fact is, we all need fat. Fats aid nutrient absorption and nerve transmission, and they help to maintain cell membrane integrity. However, when consumed in excessive amounts, fats contribute to weight gain, heart disease and certain [...]
