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I'm very overweight but losing now, just wondering.. if being overweight shortens lifespan, will get/staying slim erase that, or am i already doomed?

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Don't have answer: Hi. Unfortunately, that hasn't been studied. It's a good question, but we don't know the answer. If I had to speculate based on best evidence available, I believe that if you acquire and maintain ideal BMI, you'll erase that shortening. So live healthily, and don't assume you're "doomed". Good luck!

Answered 12/24/2014

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