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Any concerns for morbidly obese woman with no health issues to follow 1000 cal diet 5 days a week and fast 2 non consecutive days?

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Dr. Hamsa Jayaraj answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: Make sure 1000 cal diet is well balanced with high protein,low carb & good fats with vitamins & minerals. Drink enough water- half your weight in oz/day. Stay under care of your physician.

Answered 4/28/2016

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