Will 2 days of overeating ruin my diet? Debunking the weekend setback myth
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According to research, the amount of excess calories needed to gain one pound of fat is substantial, meaning it’s highly unlikely that a short period of overeating, like a weekend, will completely ruin your diet. The feeling of a ruined diet is often a mental hurdle rather than a physical reality, and understanding what is actually happening in your body is key to staying on track.
