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I want to try boxing. i weigh 300 pounds and i'm diabetic, does my diabetes have an effect on my body?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes, you need: To be medically cleared by your physician. Exercise is great for your weight, health ; diabetes.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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