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Why are "yo yo"dieters worse off than overweight people?

  1. The stress on their body from the constant ups and downs puts them at greater risk of cardiovascular troubles

  2. They generally gain more weight over a long period of time

  3. They are generally more stressed about their weight

  4. They lose weight rapidly, which is hard on the body
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Yo-yo dieting causes repeated metabolic stress, weight cycling, and cardiovascular strain. The rapid weight fluctuations are harder on the heart and organs than maintaining a stable overweight status. This pattern can increase risks of hypertension, inflammation, and metabolic syndrome.

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