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tulipsandroses

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6. There is no one size fits all way of eating. People should stop taking advice from influencers

Reply to DBoon (Original post)

Wed Apr 3, 2024, 12:49 PM

Apr 2024

No matter what you are struggling with, find a professional that tailors an individualized plan for you. The one size fits all advice is damaging. People end up feeling bad when they can’t stick to the advice or when it doesn’t work for them. Obesity is more than calories in vs calories out.

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As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice [View all] DBoon Apr 2024 OP

First it was the anti-vaxxers and now this. Hugin Apr 2024 #1

I am also against diets spinbaby Apr 2024 #2

I would echo that advice and also add drink lots of water. Xavier Breath Apr 2024 #4

"Eat real food, eat meals rather than snacks, and stay active." n/t Hugin Apr 2024 #5

It's so hard to sort through now Johnny2X2X Apr 2024 #3

There is no one size fits all way of eating. People should stop taking advice from influencers tulipsandroses Apr 2024 #6

This is about language, and again, as always about money. Caliman73 Apr 2024 #7

Know the difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian. Jacson6 Apr 2024 #8