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I have 5yr old daughter and 2yr old son. i am 72 kgs.. i want to loose weight and get back to my pre pregnancy figure. wat do i do ?

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Losing weight: To lose weight, get ur resting metabolism rate done(weight loss centers do this). This determines the total number of calories you need to lose 1-2lbs/week. Decreasing 500cal/day will give you a 1lb wt loss in 1wk; drink water (1/2 your body weight), eat small meals about 150-200cal 2-4x/(depending on your metabolism rate) and 500cal/meal at night: lean protein/veggies; avoid carbs, .

Answered 12/23/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Weight loss: To lose weight insure that calories burned > calories consumed. Drink at least 8 - 8 oz glasses of water /day. Try for 8 hrs of sleep/night. Aim for at least 5 servings of vegetables & 4 of fruit per day. Use whole grains. Avoid sodas, alcohol & junk carbohydrates. Get in a good mix of aerobic & weight lifting exercises.

Answered 12/26/2018

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Agree with Drs. F&P: You need to reduce your intake and increase your physical activity. Aim to reduce about one pound a week. It may help to join a support group like weight watchers. Visit this site for information on nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.

Answered 12/22/2018

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