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Negative-Calorie Foods: Myth or Weight Loss Solution?
8/29/2025
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- Negative-calorie foods, such as celery and grapefruit, reportedly burn more calories during digestion than they provide.
- Professor Barber confirms celery is calorie-deficit but advises against using it exclusively for weight loss.
- Dr. Dunford notes these foods are low-calorie but don't greatly lower overall calorie intake.
- Both experts stress the significance of nutrition and fiber in a balanced diet.
