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A member asked:

What's the "skinny pill"? is it safe and does it work? i'm 17 n i need to lose 20 pounds i'm 164lbs now and i want to reach 142lbs.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Ineffective: Nope. This product will not in any way lead you to real or lasting weight loss.

Answered 6/28/2014

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