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A 28-year-old male asked:
What is the definition or description of: weight loss?
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Dr. John Michalskianswered
Orthopedic Surgery 37 years experience
Weight loss: The measurable decrease in body mass that is intentional or unintentional.
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A 28-year-old male asked:
What is the definition or description of: weight loss program?
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Dr. Seema Patelanswered
Holistic Medicine 28 years experience
Losing weight: Weight loss programs supervised by physicians includes regular measurements of weight, fat, resting metabolism rate, blood pressure as well as labs and possible appetite suppressants. They may offer meal plans, meal replacements and dietary as well as exercise information. The goal is to help patients lose weight in a monitored setting and keep it off.
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Last updated Mar 26, 2013
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