Where's the evidence that eating less makes you lose weight? Is the author mentally handicapped?
The evidence is the laws of thermodynamics.
this post was submitted on 25 May 2025
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Over what time frame? Of course anyone who can maintain the willpower to get on a diet and stick to it can loose weight, but the evidence shows that the vast majority will put weight back on in the medium/ longer term. The attitude of depriving yourself to loose weight (as well as the body's reaction to quick weight loss) can contribute to a damaging cycle of weight loss/ gain.
It seems to be better to focus on eating better and being more active to improve overall health, and if weight loss happens at the same time then that's great.
Crash diets are indeed stupid. Healthy diets are about long-term nutrition. Strong healthcare systems encourage nutrition, anti-inflammation, reducing or eliminating things like added sugars, carcinogens and ultimately, maintaining ratios for specific individuals. Exercise is good for everyone but again should be incorporated into a long-term health plan including professional medical advice.
This article is pseudo-science clickbait.