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How can i beat weight that is related to pcos? i have been following a 5 day meal diet, i drink 1.5l waters a day. i exercise when i can but still i am only gaining.

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Metformin : You should start yourself on metformin and also get your Hba1c and insulin checked to make sure you are becoming prediabetic

Answered 10/9/2018

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