A dietician says the biggest weight-loss error is

Passionate about improving our weight loss and health habits, scientists are suggesting we reconsider one behavior.

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Healthy weight loss requires frequent activity and a varied, not excessive, diet.

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Most people use fasting methods, calorie counting, and pharmaceutical weight loss drugs in addition to these.

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Experts say repeatedly checking your weight on the bathroom scales may impede your efforts.

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Weight tracking on bathroom scales is thought to hold you accountable for your progress

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