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How do you gain weight when you re a type 2 diabetic?
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Most people: With t2 diabetes need to lose weight. If you're one of the few, you need to eat more of a healthy well-balanced diet and exercise regularly. It's 3500 calories to gain a pound. Check w/ a good registered dietitian.
Answered 9/29/2016
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