Laura dishes the skinny on that post-workout burger in January's Independent

Diets: The big fat lies

MOST dieters struggle to lose weight and even if they succeed, many pile the pounds back on. It's little wonder when you consider the myths associated with dieting. Here, we demystify the greatest whoppers to help you slim down while remaining healthy.

Myth #3: You can 'work off'a burger

There's no doubt that exercising is good for the waistline. "But the sums are tough – to lose a pound of fat through exercise, most people need to run 35 miles," says nutrition and weight loss expert Laura Williams. "Far better to restrict calorie intake."

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