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I'm trying to lose another 25 lbs. would you recommend taking prescription medication to help or lose it through regular diet and exercise?

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1200 calorie diet: with lots of vegetables,fruit and salads and regular exercise(at least 3x/week). If this fails, then prescription medication.

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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