{"id":3975,"date":"2026-01-13T08:00:11","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T16:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/steadystatehealth.org\/?p=3975"},"modified":"2026-01-13T08:00:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T16:00:11","slug":"why-eat-less-move-more-is-the-worst-advice-for-midlife-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/why-eat-less-move-more-is-the-worst-advice-for-midlife-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Why \u201cEat Less, Move More\u201d Is the Worst Advice for Midlife Women"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2c90304e wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-content-justification-center is-nowrap 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height=\"1012\" src=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-1.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-1.avif 936w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-1-277x300.avif 277w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-1-768x830.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve been doing <em>all the \u201cright\u201d things<\/em> \u2014 eating less, exercising more, tracking calories \u2014 and your weight still won\u2019t budge (or your energy, mood, and sleep are worse), let\u2019s get one thing straight:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This is not a willpower problem.<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><strong>It\u2019s a biology problem \u2014 and outdated advice.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201ceat less, move more\u201d mantra was never designed for the hormonal, metabolic reality of midlife women. And continuing to follow it often does more harm than good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s break down <em>why this advice backfires<\/em> \u2014 and what actually works instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why This Advice Backfires<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1012\" height=\"922\" src=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-2.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3977\" srcset=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-2.avif 1012w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-2-300x273.avif 300w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-2-768x700.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1012px) 100vw, 1012px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. It Treats Weight Like a Simple Math Equation (It\u2019s Not)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The calories-in, calories-out model assumes your body burns calories the same way every day, regardless of stress, hormones, sleep, or age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In reality, <strong>your body adapts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you consistently eat less:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your resting metabolic rate can slow<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your body becomes more energy-efficient (burns fewer calories for the same tasks)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hunger hormones increase, making restriction harder<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This process \u2014 called <strong>metabolic adaptation<\/strong> \u2014 is one reason dieting works short-term but fails long-term, especially in midlife women (Mitri &amp; Young, 2024).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. It Ignores Hormonal Shifts in Perimenopause &amp; Menopause<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As estrogen declines and fluctuates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Muscle mass decreases more easily<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insulin sensitivity worsens<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fat storage shifts toward the abdomen<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress hormones (like cortisol) have a stronger impact<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So when a midlife woman \u201ceats less,\u201d her body doesn\u2019t say <em>\u201cGreat, let\u2019s burn fat.\u201d<\/em><em><br><\/em>It often says <em>\u201cUh-oh, resources are scarce \u2014 better conserve energy and store fat.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s not failure. That\u2019s <strong>physiology doing its job<\/strong>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1016\" height=\"932\" src=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-3.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3978\" srcset=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-3.avif 1016w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-3-300x275.avif 300w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-3-768x705.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1016px) 100vw, 1016px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. It Encourages Chronic Undereating (Which Slows Fat Loss)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many women in midlife are already under-fueling \u2014 skipping meals, eating tiny portions, or white-knuckling through hunger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chronic undereating can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Suppress thyroid signaling<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase cortisol<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disrupt blood sugar regulation<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worsen fatigue, cravings, and sleep<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ironically, <strong>eating too little can make weight loss harder<\/strong>, not easier \u2014 especially when hormones are already in flux (Mitri &amp; Young, 2024).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. It Pushes More Exercise Without Recovery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cMove more\u201d often turns into:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More HIIT<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More cardio<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More intensity<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less recovery<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For stressed, under-fueled midlife women, this can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spike cortisol<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase inflammation<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote muscle loss instead of fat loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"941\" height=\"1012\" src=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-4.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-4.avif 941w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-4-279x300.avif 279w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-4-768x826.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 941px) 100vw, 941px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exercise is powerful \u2014 but <strong>too much, without proper fuel and recovery, can stall progress<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. It Focuses on Willpower Instead of Systems<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This advice quietly implies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cIf this isn\u2019t working, you\u2019re just not trying hard enough.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That mindset keeps women stuck in shame, self-blame, and diet cycling \u2014 instead of addressing the real drivers: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hormones<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Metabolism<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleep<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nutrient needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Actually Works (and Why)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"933\" height=\"1012\" src=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-5.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-5.avif 933w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-5-277x300.avif 277w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-5-768x833.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where the shift happens \u2014 from fighting your body to <strong>working with it<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2714 Focus on Metabolic Health (Not Just Weight)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Weight is a <em>lagging indicator<\/em>. Metabolic health is the foundation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supporting metabolism means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stabilizing blood sugar<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing chronic stress<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preserving muscle<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting thyroid and hormone function<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When metabolism improves, weight often follows \u2014 without extreme restriction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2714 Eat Enough \u2014 Especially Protein<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1015\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-6.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-6.avif 1015w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-6-300x276.avif 300w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-6-768x706.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1015px) 100vw, 1015px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Protein is critical in midlife because it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preserves lean muscle<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improves satiety<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports blood sugar balance<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increases the thermic effect of food<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most midlife women need <strong>more protein<\/strong>, not less food \u2014 especially earlier in the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2714 Strength Training Is Non-Negotiable<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Muscle is not about aesthetics \u2014 it\u2019s about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Higher resting metabolic rate<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better insulin sensitivity<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stronger bones<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long-term independence<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strength training sends a powerful signal to your body:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cWe need this tissue \u2014 don\u2019t slow metabolism.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2714 Cardio With Intention, Not Punishment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walking, zone-2 cardio, and movement you enjoy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improve insulin sensitivity<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce stress<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support cardiovascular health<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More isn\u2019t always better \u2014 <strong>better is better<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2714 Stress &amp; Sleep Are Metabolic Tools<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Poor sleep and chronic stress:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increase hunger hormones<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce insulin sensitivity<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote fat storage<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sleep and stress management aren\u2019t \u201cextras.\u201d<br>They are <strong>core metabolic interventions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2714 Personalized, Hormone-Aware Care<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Midlife bodies aren\u2019t broken \u2014 they\u2019re changing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Different calorie needs<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Different recovery needs<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Different hormone considerations<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Different timelines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cookie-cutter advice doesn\u2019t work here. <strong>Individualized care does.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2728 Bottom Line<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If \u201ceat less, move more\u201d worked for midlife women, you wouldn\u2019t be here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The problem isn\u2019t you \u2014 it\u2019s advice that ignores female physiology, hormonal transitions, and metabolic adaptation. Sustainable results come from <strong>fueling your body, protecting muscle, supporting hormones, and reducing stress<\/strong> \u2014 not from constant restriction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1012\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-7.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-7.avif 1012w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-7-300x277.avif 300w, https:\/\/innoxtech.co.in\/steadystatehealth\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pic-7-768x708.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1012px) 100vw, 1012px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re tired of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Doing \u201call the right things\u201d with no results<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling blamed by outdated advice<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fighting a body that feels unfamiliar<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t need more discipline \u2014 <strong>you need a plan that actually matches your biology<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Steady State Health<\/strong>, we help midlife women:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand what their labs <em>really<\/em> mean<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support hormones and metabolism together<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build sustainable nutrition and movement strategies<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stop dieting \u2014 and start feeling strong again<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/api.leadconnectorhq.com\/widget\/booking\/15f0eKLZqHqUR24XO2VI\" class=\"ek-link\"><strong>???? Book a consult and let\u2019s create a plan that works <em>with<\/em> your body \u2014 not against it.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\"><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>GET IN TOUCH<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/api.leadconnectorhq.com\/widget\/booking\/15f0eKLZqHqUR24XO2VI\" style=\"color:#d2f232\"><strong>Book a Discovery Call<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thorne.com\/u\/steadystatehealth\" style=\"color:#d2f232\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><strong>Steady State Health PLLC &#8211; Dispensary | Thorne<\/strong><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reference (APA 7th Edition)<br><\/strong>Mitri, M. S., R.D., &amp; Young, L. R., Ph.D., R.D. (2024, December 26). <em>Why \u201cEat Less, Move More\u201d doesn\u2019t actually work for weight loss, according to dietitians<\/em>. <strong>EatingWell<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3 wp-block-paragraph\"><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/why-eat-less-move-more-doesnt-work-for-weight-loss-8763100?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"ek-link\">https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/why-eat-less-move-more-doesnt-work-for-weight-loss-8763100<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Steady State Health | 4 Min Read If you\u2019ve been doing all the \u201cright\u201d things \u2014 eating less, exercising more, tracking calories \u2014 and your weight still won\u2019t budge (or your energy, mood, and sleep are worse), let\u2019s get one thing straight: This is not a willpower problem.It\u2019s a biology problem \u2014 and outdated advice. 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