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Common

Weight Loss

Myths

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MYTH: Detox diets are a
great way to jump-start
a weight loss regimen!

Detox diets come with a long list of
supposed benefits, promising to boost
energy levels, improve organ function
and, most importantly, jumpstart weight
loss. Unfortunately, though, these diets
may actually do the exact opposite.
Because detox diets require you to
restrict certain food groups, you're
actually depriving your body of proper
nutrition. And depriving your body of

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the good stuff can be just as damaging
as filling up on the bad stuff. "Plus,
once the detox is over, and the banned
foods are reintroduced, the body will
respond by storing calories differently
in preparation for another period of
restricted nourishment," says Renee
Covey, RD, a nutrition coordinator with
GMC's Diabetes & Nutrition Education.
One thing that detox diets did get right,
though, is the importance of eating less
processed foods. "Take the time to create
a meal plan for yourself that is both

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here's no shortage of weight
loss tips and information
out there-it's almost
impossible to avoid. And
even if you're already routinely
exercising and eating a nutritious,
balanced diet, the newest weight
loss craze can be tempting to try.
But before you trade in your healthy
habits for a quick fi x or the latest fad
diet, let's take a closer look at some
popular weight loss tactics that may
not live up to all the hype.

Things to know
before you try
the next fad diet



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