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I am dieting but have no time to exercise but im still gaining weight. does orlistat intake help? or does it worsen the situation?
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Orlistat helps : Exercise 60minutes a day for 6 days of each week 10cals per lb of weight for men 8cals per lb of weight for women 1gram of protein per kg of weight If you lower your set calories by diet and exercise by 500cals a day you will lose 1lb a week Orlistat may help but it will cause diarrhea
Answered 10/23/2016
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