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I'm exercising for 1 hour everyday with the same intensity for the past one month. should i change the intensity once in a while to lose weight?

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Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

Not necessarily: Diet is the only way of losing weight and sugar is the big enemy in all its forms, including sweeteners.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I'm exercising for 1 hour everyday with the same intensity for the past one month. should i change the intensity once in a while to lose weight?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

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