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Can you give me an idea on a workout plan to help lose weight that includes when i should take the protein meal replacements i just got?

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Dr. Timothy Silver answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Balanced program: Protein increase and monitor carbs, ideally you could use a nutritionist to assist. Some personal trainers are particulary good with targetted diet. It is always helpful to rememberthat diet overall must be balanced.

Dr Sung agreed

Answered 11/20/2013

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