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Don't believe everything you hear.
     

Myth:

Fasting is a quick way to lose weight.

Truth:

There are nutrient requirements that must be met, and if you fast for too long, your body will just shut down. Yes, fasting would result in weight loss, but muscle would be burned as well as fat, and muscle is much harder to develop than fat. The only true way to lose weight without hurting yourself is to combine a mild diet with adequate exercise. Fasting is a quick way to die, not to lose weight.

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