ACSM's 2018 International Health & Fitness Summit Video CEC: Weight Management Myths and Truths

By Laura Kruskall

Weight management and energy balance is a simple concept, yet overweight and obesity is a popular health concern. Many patients and clients are looking for the quick fix to weight loss or a specific approach that is simple and novel. There are so many diets, strategies, and dietary supplements on the market that promise weight loss success with ease. This session will highlight the most popular diets, strategies, and supplements used for weight loss examining the claim versus the scientific support.

Learning Objectives

· Understand the importance of energy intake in weight management

· Learn about the popular diets, strategies, and supplements that are commonly used

· Be able to discuss the scientific support for many popular weight loss diets, strategies, and supplements

Notice

This course includes an online video from ACSM’s Health & Fitness Summit and a corresponding online quiz.

All course content will be presented to you electronically upon completion of your purchase. This includes all videos, quizzes, and certificates (certificates awarded upon successful completion of the quizzes).

No substitutions will be allowed for this CEC course.

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Available Course Credits

ACSM 3.00

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