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I'm already eating right, and exercising. what can i do to lose weight quicker, in a safe way? only lost eight pounds last month.

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8 lbs !: Congratulations. That is a very aggressive weight loss program. I do not know that I would try to lose weight any faster than that. 2 lbs of wt loss per week equates to a deficit of 7000 calories per week or 1000 calories per day. That's about 50% of your daily total caloric intake.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Great weight loss: For a healthy weight loss it is recommended to loose 1-2 lbs a week. You are doing great, Don;t rush it.

Answered 7/10/2014

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