A dietitian explains why eating dessert can help you lose more weight and keep it off

A little ice cream may aid weight loss by making it easier to stick to your diet and avoid intense cravings over time.

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• A dietitian said enjoying your favorite foods can help you eat healthier and lose weight.
• Too much restriction can backfire, causing you to cycle between cutting out foods and overeating them.
• Indulging in foods like dessert helps to manage cravings for more weight loss long-term.

A little treat could be your secret weapon to successful weight loss...