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I'm 5'10 and 168 pounds and i'm 17. am i at a risky weight? i am very active but can't seem to lose weight.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Don't consider that: risky. Up to 165 pounds is in the upper range for a female of your height.

Answered 6/22/2014

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A member asked:

I'm 5'10 and 168 pounds and i'm 17. am i at a risky weight? i am very active but can't seem to lose weight.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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