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A 46-year-old member asked:

What to do if i play sports but still don't lose the weight i wanna lose.?

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Dr. David Krulak
Family Medicine 25 years experience
Energy: Congratulations on being physically active. This provides many healthful benefits, as well as burning calories for weight control. If you are not losing the weight you desire, then you likely need to reduce your caloric intake so that it is less than your energy expenditure. Doing so while maintaining a well rounded and nutritiious diet will assist you on achieving your goals.
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Last updated Sep 5, 2017

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