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Appendices:

I: The Food Guide Pyramid

II: Walking

III: Educational Materials

IV: Food and Activity Diary

V: Referral Numbers for Healthcare Professionals

VI: Non-commercial Weight-Loss / Support Organizations

VII: Commercial Weight-Loss Programs

VIII: Commercial Self-Help Programs

IX: Clinical Weight-Loss Programs

X: Notes and Questions

The Skinny on Dieting
This brochure is part of the “Facts for Consumers” series from the Federal Trade Commission. The Skinny on Dieting helps consumers separate the "sizzle from the substance" when it comes to claims made about weight-loss products and programs. Suggestions are also offered for lowering fat intake, cutting calories without hunger and without sacrificing important nutrients or losing money.

To order this brochure or obtain information about any of the other brochures about weight-loss programs and products published by the Federal Trade Commission, write to:

  • Best Sellers
    Federal Trade Commission
    Public Reference Branch, Room 130
    6th and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
    Washington, DC 20580
    Or, call: (202) 326-2222 (TDD: 202-326-2502)
  • The Skinny on Dieting and many other Federal Trade Commission brochures are also available on the Internet at: http://www.ftc.gov

    Appendix III: Educational Materials

    On Your Way to Fitness

    Fitting Fitness In Even When You're Pressed For Time

    Eating Smart Even When You're Pressed For Time

    99 Tips for Family Fitness Fun

    American Obesity Association

    Nutrition and Your Health

    Food Guide Pyramid

    LEARN Program

    Weight-Control Information Network

    The Facts About Weight Loss Products and Programs

    The Skinny on Dieting

    Fraudulent Health Claims

    American Running and Fitness Association

    FitTips

    Resource Guide for Fitness and Health Promotion


     

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