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I am losing 3-5 lbs 38f. 285 lbs. i have changed my diet and walk about 3-4 miles a wk. does changing your diet warrant losing weight like that a week?

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Dr. Robert Greer answered

38f?: With exercise and calorie restriction, 3-5 # is very a very doable goal.We are proud of you!

Answered 7/26/2012

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Dr. Yash Khanna answered

Diet change/walking: You seem to be on right track, you should continue what you are doing but check with your doctor/nutritionist if what you are doing is ok.

Dr Nguyen and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/24/2013

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A member asked:

I am losing 3-5 lbs 38f. 285 lbs. i have changed my diet and walk about 3-4 miles a wk. does changing your diet warrant losing weight like that a week?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Robert Greer answered

Dr. Yash Khanna answered

Dr Nguyen and another doctor agreed

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