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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
When you try to lose weight, sometimes your body burns muscle instead of fat, so let me share 7 clear signs to watch out for!
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If you can't lift the same weights or do the same exercises as before, your body is losing muscle.
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Fat loss makes you feel light, but if you are always tired and weak, your body may be breaking down muscle for energy.
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Muscles help burn calories, so if your weight loss slows down even with diet and exercise, it may mean muscle loss.
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If your body looks saggy and less toned, you might be losing muscle, not fat.
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Muscles protect your body, so if you get aches, pains or injuries more often, it's a sign your muscles are shrinking.
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If climbing stairs, carrying bags, or even walking feels harder, your muscles are getting weaker.
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Losing weight too quickly often means you're losing water and muscle, not just fat.
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If your body takes too long to recover after workouts, it could mean you are losing muscle strength.
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To burn fat the right way, eat enough protein, do strength training, and balance your diet so your muscles stay strong.
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