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I want to try fasting but never done it. how many days is safe to try for a slightly overweight sedentary person?
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Weight reducing fact: Start with 12 hour fast- may have water. Do that frequently. Diet- low carbohydrate with fruits & vegetables. Plenty of water Regular exercise- start with walking.
Answered 6/26/2018
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