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Weight Loss Myths

Here's Why Chewing Gum Doesn't Help You Lose Weight

Posted 03.19.2013 | Healthy Living
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By: Tia Ghose, LiveScience Staff Writer Published: 03/19/2013 10:05 AM EDT on LiveScience Contrary to popular diet advice, chewing gum may not h...

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5 Myths About Weight Loss BUSTED

Mark Hyman, MD | Posted 04.23.2013 | Healthy Living
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Mark Hyman, MD

Some findings are surprising, some are not, and some common notions about weight loss are yet to be proven or disproven. I have my own opinions based on treating tens of thousands of patients over many decades.

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Understanding Health Myths, Presumptions and Facts

Rachele M. Pojednic, Ed.M, M.S. | Posted 04.02.2013 | Healthy Living
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Rachele M. Pojednic, Ed.M, M.S.

In the scientific world, we live by the tenet "association does not assume causation." That is, just because two things happen to be related, does not mean that one caused the other.

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7 Common Exercise Myths BUSTED

Estelle Underwood | Posted 06.13.2012 | Healthy Living
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Estelle Underwood

New client consultations always remind me of exercise myths that continue to be perpetuated. Understanding the reasoning behind why these beliefs are untrue can only help us to engage in a more effective exercise program.

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