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May 2024
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2575: Why Can't I Lose Those Last Few Po...

Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
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Episode 2575:

Explore the complex landscape of weight loss with Nancy Clark as she debunks common myths about dieting. From the ineffectiveness of calorie counting to the misconceptions around carbs and keto diets, this episode reveals why understanding your body's unique needs and working with a specialized dietitian might be the key to sustainable weight management.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nancyclarkrd.com/2021/07/15/why-cant-i-lose-those-last-few-pounds/

Quotes to ponder:

"I can’t lose weight like I used to. I must be eating too many carbs."

"Learn how to eat competently by working with a registered dietitian (RD) who specializes in sports nutrition."

"Carbs are NOT inherently fattening."

Episode references:

American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting: https://www.acsm.org/annual-meeting/annual-home

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