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I've reduced food intake by about 50% due to stress, followed by flu. i also cut all soda /salt. lost 11lb in 2 wk. is this "unexplained" weight loss?

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Dr. David Fertel answered

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No: unexplained, would be if you did not do those things

Answered 2/23/2018

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