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2022105 minPGdocumentary

Beyond Weight Loss - Exposing the Diet Industry - Health & Wellness Documentary

2022105 minPGdocumentary

Sustainable weight loss is often undermined by deceitful practices in the diet industry, revealing the challenges of maintaining weight loss long-term.

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Channel: Gravitas Documentaries

Beyond Weight Loss - Exposing the Diet Industry - Health & Wellness Documentary

2022• 105 minPG

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Sustainable weight loss is often undermined by deceitful practices in the diet industry, revealing the challenges of maintaining weight loss long-term.

Synopsis

Sustainable weight loss remains a complex and often misleading topic, heavily influenced by the diet industry. This documentary exposes the deceit and scams prevalent in weight loss solutions, from pills to surgeries, that profit off consumers' struggles. It highlights the challenges many face in maintaining weight loss and critiques the tactics of food companies. Featuring insights from a leading clinical nutritionist with decades of experience, the film offers practical strategies for achieving lasting weight management and reshaping perceptions about food.

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