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Gained five pounds from one binge. two weeks later can not lose it! eventhough went back to eating normally. so frustrated!!

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Dr. Jose Prieto-hernandez answered

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Try avoiding Carbs: An Atkins or South Beach type of diet, avoiding Carbohydrates and eating more protein and fats for a month may help to shed away the extra pounds! Even better with exercise like walking or jogging!

Answered 3/21/2017

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A member asked:

Gained five pounds from one binge. two weeks later can not lose it! eventhough went back to eating normally. so frustrated!!

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Dr. Jose Prieto-hernandez answered

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