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I have asthma and i'm wondering if i could take slim quick fat burner or will it affect my asthma? i am taking it to lose some weight a.s.a.p answer.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

No problem: However the best way to lose weight consists of regular exercise (including weight training) and a healthy diet. Any other gimmick would provide only temporary weight loss often followed by even a higher weight gain later since a drastic program cannot be sustained.

Answered 10/31/2013

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