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Is it ok for a 10 yr. old to lose 1-2 lbs. per week? are there any medical risks?she is eating 1,100-1,200 cal.daily and burning 1,000-1,500 cal.daily
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Too fast: The goal of 1-2 pounds loss per MONTH would be a safer pattern .
Answered 6/23/2014
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