I want to lose fat and gain muscle. A nutritionist said to eat more, especially carbs.

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Adding a portion of rice to salmon and broccoli makes the meal more balanced and energizing.

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At my heaviest, I weighed 360 pounds, which got in the way of my job as a firefighter. I lost weight by paying attention to what I ate.

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Volunteer firefighter Clark Valery before and after his weight loss of 140 pounds.

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Thanksgiving on Ozempic: 5 rules for eating and dosing during the holidays

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GLP-1 medications influence appetite and weight. A doctor said they won't prevent you from enjoying the holidays.

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I want to lose weight and gain muscle. A dietitian said to eat bigger meals.

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A turkey sandwich is a substantial lunch that can prevent afternoon cravings.

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5 new weight-loss drugs to watch in the fight for the next Ozempic

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The race is on to make a weight-loss pill that is as effective as injectables like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound.

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I got sober thanks to a monthly shot of a drug that helps stop my craving for alcohol. I lost 70 pounds in the process.

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Jeff Horton lost 70 pounds in weight after quitting alcohol.

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Paul Mescal gained 22 pounds for 'Gladiator II,' then had to lose 26 in 2 months. He said it was 'misery.'

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Paul Mescal as Lucius in "Gladiator II."

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'Today' host Al Roker says he doesn't judge anyone who uses Ozempic to lose weight

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Al Roker says he doesn't judge people who use Ozempic for weight loss.

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2 simple diet tips helped a 41-year-old office worker transform his body in the gym

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41-year-old Alec Knebeg, who works at a bank, said he was able to burn fat and build muscle by sticking to a calorie and protein goal.

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'Former vegan' Lizzo has been losing weight without Ozempic. Her personal trainer shared her workout routine.

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Lizzo, pictured in June 2024, has been working with personal trainer Corey Calliet.

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