The scale may be causing more harm than good.
Losing weight and keeping it off can be tricky.
After all, the numbers on the scale can reflect weight-loss success or failure.
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Body weight can change weekly or even daily.
That may not seem significant, but that small change can cause frustration.
Many people on a weight-loss journeyincrease their protein intakeand strength training, which may result in gaining muscle.
Although its a myth that muscle weighs more than fat, muscle takes up less room than fat.
Losing weight is a result of small, realistic and sustainable habits.
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