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Should I avoid carbohydrates when trying to lose weight?

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Should I avoid carbohydrates when trying to lose weight?

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Good news, pasta lovers: According to registered dietitian Samantha Heller, carbs should have a place in your diet (and on your dinner table). Watch this video to learn what kind of carbohydrates to eat while you're trying to lose weight.

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