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I lost weightfew yrs ago eatin 1800-2200 cal day 30-50 gmof fat a day rode bike 30 min a day 5x a week i dont think 3500 cal to lose1 lb true is it?
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Varies : 3500 calories loss to lose a pound is well known. Recent data and clinical experience suggests wide variation on weight loss using this numberi. Steady weight loss requires taking in free calories than you utilize, so frequent and lifetime exercise are essential. So calorie restriction and exercise long term are the key to weight loss.
Answered 11/20/2014
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