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How much time will it take me to lose 10 pounds with an 800 calorie diet?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

800 calories per day: is very low. You might actually slow your metabolic rate with this type of intake - this could negatively impact weight over the long run.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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