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Is it safe to lose 20 pounds in a month?
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Not really: 3-5 lbs/ month is a reasonable goal.Too rapid wt loss can be associated with risk of muscle wasting and other metabolic problems.
Answered 5/8/2013
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Okay: It is not unusual, but a gradual weight loss would be preferred.
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