As we celebrate July 4th, few of us will stick to our diets. That's good news. Studies show sticking to any diet too long leads to boredom and failure. Sticking to one style of dieting, such as low carb, low fat or low calorie, leads to a slowed metabolism and weight plateaus. This means it's actually a good idea to take a break and enjoy a cheat day every now and then.
Just get right back up on your diet horse after your day of decadence. And lose the guilt. By cheating now and then, as long as it's not an all out binge, you're actually doing yourself a favor.
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