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How do i lose weight but not just at the top? so far i lost twenty lbs but mostly in my feet and shoulders and neck. i want to lose it in my gut.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

We loose weight: over our entire body. Spot reducing is not effective. The amount of running or other exercise that helps depends on your present weight and metabolism. If your doc clears you for exercise go for it, same w/lower carb food plan. Overall health is the best goal. Peace and good health.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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