Losing weight is a common goal, but what happens when we lose muscle in the process?When losing weight, what we want to happen is that we lose weight from fats. However, at some point, we also go through some muscle loss in the process. That can be so frustrating, and even discouraging, more so with the tons of fad diets circulating online.But here at Health Bite, we don't want you to fall into those traps. We care about your well-being. We care about your success.So join us on this week's podcast as we dive into a discussion on the best strategies for weight loss without losing your muscle. Learn why fad diets can cause more harm than good. Adjust your habits for the best outcome you can truly enjoy! What you'll learn from this episodeExploring strategies for achieving optimal body composition: Weight loss drugs, strategies, and muscle-to-fat ratiosAnalysis of weight loss drug's effect on body composition and weight lossThe benefits of exercise during weight loss: Preserving muscle mass while losing fatPreserving muscle mass while losing weight: Diet and movement as supplement"No matter how you choose to lose weight—medications or not, be mindful of your diet and engage in movement. Stay clear of fad diets that can cause more harm than good, and remember that merely losing weight—merely shifting the numbers on the scale without intention towards losing the right kind of weight—is the wrong trick." - Dr. Adrienne Youdim   Today's Health Bite:All weight loss strategies result in some loss of muscle, and the more weight one loses, the more muscle is lost as a percentage of that weight loss. This can lead to a lower metabolismThe diet consumed while losing weight plays a significant role in the degree of muscle loss. Studies have shown that a low-protein diet is not ideal for maintaining muscle mass during weight lossExercise during weight loss is crucial for preventing muscle loss and promoting targeted weight loss from fat. Even modest amounts of low-intensity physical activity can be beneficial. It is advised to avoid fad diets that may cause more harm than good.Ways to Connect with Dr. Adrienne Youdim: Email: dr@dradrienneyoudim.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradrienneyoudim/Website: https://www.dradrienneyoudim.comRecommended Resource Hungry for More: Stories and Science to Inspire Weight Loss From the Inside Out by Dr. Adrienne Youdim If you love it and you think it is of benefit, please share this podcast with one person that you love. You can also go to dradrienneyoudim.com/podcast if you prefer to get more podcast updates from us.