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18, female, 5'4, 110lb. unusual hunger eating more full meals and hungry hour or two later. what could this be? depression, pregnancy, other?

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Not Clear: I wonder if you're eating healthy meals with protein. Why not go to a nutritionist and check. Many people do well with frequent small meals. Good luck.

Answered 3/26/2013

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