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How effective is weight watchers for someone college-aged? i was underweight until a year or two ago and am now 5'8" and 215lbs, 33% body fat
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Very effective: if you follow the program. You can have tremendous success and you do not have to buy any special foods or products. You can eat regular ordinary nutritious and delicious food. They teach good eating habits, better food choices, portion control. Many find the group support at meetings essential. Good luck.
Answered 3/18/2015
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