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Myth of the Day: You Must Exercise More to Lose Weight

Myth of the Day: You Must Exercise More to Lose Weight

Nov 15, 2022
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How many times have you heard the weight loss mantra, “diet and exercise,” or — the new-fangled version — “exercise and diet”?

How many times has your healthcare provider belted out “try diet and exercise” when talking about your cholesterol, blood sugar, or BMI?

How many times have you avoided scheduling your checkup because you’ve been told this mantra …

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