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If i eat nothing at all for a week and exercise everyday for that week, will i lose weight?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Bad idea: It will probably make you ill and lead to a slower metabolic rate.

Answered 5/10/2015

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A member asked:

If i eat nothing at all for a week and exercise everyday for that week, will i lose weight?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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