Reading, writing and losing
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A woman describes how she lost 115 pounds over a two-year period. She first learned everything she could about nutrition and dieting by conducting research in her local library. With the support of her husband, she began eating low-fat meals and exercising on a regular basis.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1996
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"I was addicted to food and contemplating suicide."("Secrets of My Success')
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A woman describes taking control of her life to end the food addiction that was her reaction to husband's drinking. She ended her marriage, went back to school and started a sensible diet. Exercise helped her to cut her weight from 230 to 125 pounds.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1998
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Learning and losing from past mistakes
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Norma Abler, age 62, was horrified by the baggy skin she developed when she lost 30 pounds in just 6 months. With the support of friends and a gym membership, she rebuilt the muscle mass she had lost. She is now competing in triathlons.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1997
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