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A 60-year-old male asked:
My weight is 66kg now. i want to reduce it to 60 kgs over a period of one year from now. can i do that even my bmi is average? what is the best method
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Dr. Kenneth Chenganswered
Family Medicine 33 years experience
Best and healthiest: The best and healthiest way to lose weight is to do cardiovascular exercise for at least 30 minutes 4 days a week. In addition, a low saturated fat diet will help as well.
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Dr. Matthew St. Laurentanswered
Bariatrics 31 years experience
Slow and consistent : Losing 6 kg(~13 lb) over a one year period of time is reasonable. That is only a decrease of about 3500 calories a month or a little over a 100 calories a day. Start by reducing or eliminating any high calorie drinks such as soda, juice or alcohol. Start a consistent walking program, minimize fast food, concentrate on whole foods: lean meat, veggies and fruit. Have a cheat meal every now and then.
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Last updated Jul 26, 2013
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