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Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it

Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it
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When you lose weight, you don’t just lose body fat. You lose muscle, too. Some muscle loss is normal, whether you lose weight through diet, exercise, weight loss medications, or surgery. But keeping as much muscle as possible matters for your strength, mobility, and long-term health. Maintaining...

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