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Im 17 years old,169cm and 90 kgs,how do i lose weight to 75 kg( according to the bmi),i have a 2-3 months school holidays coming soon, any idea?thanks

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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

Weight loss: Weight loss occurs when dietary intake is less than caloric expenditure. Exercise also factors in with weight loss. Safe weight loss goals is 2-3 kilos per week. Here is a reference about safe weight loss: http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/lose-weight-fast-how-to-do-it-safely#1

Answered 3/26/2017

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A member asked:

Im 17 years old,169cm and 90 kgs,how do i lose weight to 75 kg( according to the bmi),i have a 2-3 months school holidays coming soon, any idea?thanks

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