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New Year's Resolutions: Why losing weight is often just wishful thinking

Overweight woman on bathroom scales

Many people start the new year with good intentions and it is not uncommon to make a new year's resolution to lose a few kilos. According to an Australian doctor, however, instead, many adults slowly but steadily gain weight: at least half a kilogram per year. We explain the reasons for this and what can help to reach that goal.


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By Barbara Barkhausen

Presented by Barbara Barkhausen, Benjamin Kanthak

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Many people start the new year with good intentions and it is not uncommon to make a new year's resolution to lose a few kilos. According to an Australian doctor, however, instead, many adults slowly but steadily gain weight: at least half a kilogram per year. We explain the reasons for this and what can help to reach that goal.



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