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What should i do to shed weight in legs and stomach?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No selective loss.: Develop a healthy lifestyle with calories burned exceeding those consummed. Stay physically active and hydrate well. This will help with overall weight loss but you can not selectively target particular areas to lose weight.

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Answered 12/19/2019

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