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My weight fluctuates between 127-133 pounds everyday. is this normal are does it mean i'm retaining fluid?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

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Norma.l: Dont weigh yourself daily. Once a week, same time of day, wearing same clothes is best and use an accurate and precise scale.

Answered 9/28/2016

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