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Weight Loss

Healthy weight loss is 1-2 pounds per week!

3500 Calories = 1 lb, so increase energy expenditure or decrease Calorie intake by 500kcal/day to lose one pound per week

Diet Information

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Do Increased Portion Sizes Affect How Much We Eat?
• Avoiding Portion Size Pitfalls
• Can Eating Fruits and Vegetables Help People Manage Their Weight?
• How to Use Fruits and Vegetable to Manage Weight
• Choosing a Safe and Successful Weight Loss Program
• Understanding Adult Obesity

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