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I am 20 years old an i weigh 182 should i consider looseing weight? an if so how many pounds

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Height?: To really know if your weight is healthy, your height is needed.

Answered 9/9/2015

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Dr. Michael Rothman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Depends: How much you needto weigh is determined by your height, frame, and muscle mass.

Answered 1/22/2013

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