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I am 16 and over weight, i have tried so much to lose it, but i feel like the more i do the more the scales go up. please help me.

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Dr. Boris Ripa answered

1st see your Doctor.: After evaluation he can tel you the causes of your overweight and help you with your diet and exercises.

Dr Khairullah agreed

Answered 7/9/2015

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A member asked:

I am 16 and over weight, i have tried so much to lose it, but i feel like the more i do the more the scales go up. please help me.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Boris Ripa answered

Dr Khairullah agreed

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