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How to lose weight fast for a 16yrs old son that is 250 lbs?

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Serious, how sad: Your child is a heart attack or stroke waiting to happen. See an md/do immediately for help with weight control program. Physician may suggest services of a nutritionist. It's a matter of calories in--calories out. Need to fix this now.

Answered 5/15/2013

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