Successful weight-loss maintenance means achieving a minimum weight loss of ________ percent of initial body weight and maintaining the loss for at least ________.

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Successful weight-loss maintenance means achieving a minimum weight loss of 5-10% of initial body weight and maintaining the loss for at least 1 year. Thus, option C is the best choice. Options A and B are incorrect as maintaining the weight loss for only 3 or 6 months is insufficient. Option D is incorrect as a weight loss of 10-15% is not necessary for successful weight-loss maintenance.

Successful Weight-Loss Maintenance Means Achieving a Minimum Weight Loss of ________