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I need your expertise, is bulimia a good way to lose weight?
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No: Bulimia is life threatening and can cause a potassium deficiency that could make your heart to go into ventricular fibrillation leading to an early death. Think of better ways to lose weight or your might lose more than just the weight! talk to your primary care doctor or a nutritionist about some easy ways to shed some pounds! stay safe!
Answered 9/28/2016
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