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How to lose weight caused by olanzipine ?

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Healthy lifestyle: Your could benefit from healthy habits like regular physical activity (e.g. walking, jogging, swimming, biking or gym) and diet of mostly whole grains, vegetables, lean protein and adequate water intake. Avoid processed food and sweetened beverages as much as possible.

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Answered 10/31/2014

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