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Diet Advice You Shouldn’t Follow

5 popular myths that are bad for your health and your figure

By Dr. Mike Roussell
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A Few Bad Apples

Over the years I’ve been unfortunate enough to have the opportunity to read and listen to nutritionists and dietitians give out horrible nutrition tips, much of which has been flat out untrue, while other advice reflects a poor understanding human physiology. Either way, it is bad advice. Here are some common tips you may have heard that could be keeping you from eating a healthy diet and losing weight.

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