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Ways to Stop Obsessing About Weight (cont.)  If you need a
little motivation for giving up your scale, keep in mind that
often minor weight fluctuations aren't as real as the numbers
would have you believe. "Quick weight loss is rarely fat loss
that stays off but rather a loss that is a mixture of water
weight, lean protein mass, and some fat," says Susan Mitchell,
PhD, a registered dietitian working with a program to help
promote the dietary intake of fruits and vegetables.  Eat Based
on Nutritional Value Instead of Calories  "Portion size
determines total calorie intake, but if all the calories are
from marshmallow peeps, your body will not run like the fine-
tuned machine it is designed to be," says Mitchell. "You may
lose weight but you may also lose hair, have dry skin, awful
nails, and that's just what you see on the outside." Mitchell
says you can also lose muscle and bone mass from vitamin and
mineral deficiencies, which can lead to osteoporo