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How to lose weight with an eating disorder history?

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Under supervision: If you have an eating disorders history you need to get help from someone who can objectively monitor your eating and weight, such as a clinical nutritionist.

Dr Pappas and 11 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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