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Can you tell me what occurs if you don't eat a lot?

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Your metabolic rate: Could slow. Which could make it easier to gain weight.

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Eat less: A lot, not enough and the right amount are relative to your age, activities and genetics. Are you steadily loosing rate. Why are eating less, are you fat? See a health profession such as a registered dietician to be more specific.

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