Think you know everything about weight loss? Get ready to put your knowledge to the test!In this episode of Weight Loss And..., Jim and Holly serve up a fun quiz designed to challenge common misconceptions and reveal surprising truths about weight loss. From metabolism myths to exercise enigmas, each question offers a chance to learn something new.Are you ready to gauge your weight loss IQ? Join Jim and Holly as they dive into tricky topics, debate controversial claims, and share the latest science. You might be surprised by some of the answers - and walk away with fresh insights to power your own weight loss journey.Discussed on the episode:<ul><li>The surprising truth about converting fat to muscle</li><li>Which burns more calories - running or walking?</li><li>The real impact of eating late at night on weight gain</li><li>Can you lose weight through exercise alone?</li><li>The country with the highest obesity rate (it's not the U.S.!)</li><li>Whether drinking water actually helps with weight loss</li><li>If detoxes and cleanses live up to the hype</li><li>Whether breakfast is truly the most important meal for weight loss</li></ul>

Think you know everything about weight loss? Get ready to put your knowledge to the test! In this episode of Weight Loss And..., Jim and Holly serve up a fun quiz designed to challenge common misconceptions and reveal surprising truths about weight loss. From metabolism myths to exercise enigmas, each question offers a chance to learn something new. Are you ready to gauge your weight loss IQ? Join Jim and Holly as they dive into tricky topics, debate controversial claims, and share the latest science. You might be surprised by some of the answers - and walk away with fresh insights to power your own weight loss journey. Discussed on the episode:The surprising truth about converting fat to muscleWhich burns more calories - running or walking?The real impact of eating late at night on weight gainCan you lose weight through exercise alone?The country with the highest obesity rate (it's not the U.S.!)Whether drinking water actually helps with weight lossIf detoxes and cleanses live up to the hypeWhether breakfast is truly the most important meal for weight loss

Test Your Weight Loss IQ: The Ultimate Quiz

Your go-to hangout for everything weight loss… and beyond! “Weight Loss and…” is brought to you by the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and hosted by seasoned experts in weight management, Dr. James Hill and Dr. Holly Wyatt.

We’re your friendly guides through the maze of weight loss, but with a fun twist. We’re not here to preach the latest fad diet or promise a miracle workout. Instead, we’re all about embracing the journey, acknowledging there’s more than one way to hit your health goals, and having a good laugh while we’re at it.

We get it: weight loss can be tough, and sometimes pretty serious business. But why can’t it also be enjoyable? With a side of humor, we’ll bring you science-backed insights, real-life stories, and some hard truths. (Spoiler alert: there’s no magic answer - but that doesn’t mean we can’t find what works best for you.)

“Weight Loss and…” is your inclusive space to explore, question, and learn — and to feel part of a community along the way. This isn’t just about shedding pounds. It’s about gaining perspective, building better habits, and enjoying the ride.

So if you’re up for honest conversations about weight loss - spiced with a little science and a whole lot of fun - pull up a chair, plug in those earbuds, and let’s see where this journey takes us.

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Your go-to hangout for everything weight loss… and beyond! “Weight Loss and…” is brought to you by the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and hosted by seasoned experts in weight management, Dr. James Hill and Dr. Holly Wyatt. We’re your friendly guides through the maze of weight loss, but with a fun twist. We’re not here to preach the latest fad diet or promise a miracle workout. Instead, we’re all about embracing the journey, acknowledging there’s more than one way to hit your health goals, and having a good laugh while we’re at it. We get it: weight loss can be tough, and sometimes pretty serious business. But why can’t it also be enjoyable? With a side of humor, we’ll bring you science-backed insights, real-life stories, and some hard truths. (Spoiler alert: there’s no magic answer - but that doesn’t mean we can’t find what works best for you.) “Weight Loss and…” is your inclusive space to explore, question, and learn — and to feel part of a community along the way. This isn’t just about shedding pounds. It’s about gaining perspective, building better habits, and enjoying the ride. So if you’re up for honest conversations about weight loss - spiced with a little science and a whole lot of fun - pull up a chair, plug in those earbuds, and let’s see where this journey takes us.

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