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Can you explain if it's possible to lose weight without watching calories?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

A highly tuned: athlete who is burning very high levels of calories might have that luxury. Even if you don't specifically count calories - you still need to make healthy food and portion choices if you wish to lose weight.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/19/2014

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