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How could a preteen lose about 20 pounds in 3 months?
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First Question -: Does the preteen actually need to lose weight for health reasons. If the answer is yes - Eat healthfully. Try to eat at least 5 servings of vegetables & 4 of fruit per day. Increase nutritional fiber. Avoid refined sugar & junk carbohydrates. Avoid sweetened juices, soda & caffeinated beverages. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs of sleep / night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Calories >
Answered 2/24/2016
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