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    Common Myths About Weight Loss

    April 12, 2019

    Trying to live healthier often means sifting through many myths about weight loss. We're here to dispel some of these myths and give you the facts. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services

    Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: lose weight, weight loss myths, weight management

    Learn more about common weight loss myths and facts.
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    4 Factors That Make It More Difficult for Women to Lose Weight

    July 25, 2018

    People have always wondered if it's harder for women to lose weight. Finally, here are answers that make sense (and can help you achieve your goals). Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: calories, energy, fitness, food groups, Health, lose weight, men, obesity, Wellness, women

    Is it harder for women to lose weight?
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    Lose that Post Holiday Weight…and Keep it Off

    January 3, 2014

    Read tips from UPMC BodyChangers to help lose that post-holiday weight and make some healthy lifestyle choices. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, calorie, drink water, exercise, fiber, fruits, gym, healthy breakfast, holidays, Journal of Nutrition, lifestyle choice, lose weight, New Year's Day, nuts, Obesity Research, Thanksgiving, vegetables, Vicki March MD, weight loss, whole grains

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