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What is the best way to overcome a plateau when you are trying to lose weight?

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Dr. Kenneth Foreman answered

Specializes in Bariatrics

Change it up: When you hit a plateau, you can often get through it by changing the type of exercise you are doing. Make sure you continue to eat a healthy, low-glycemic diet as well.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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