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Suggest Medication To Lose Weight
Hello this may sound strange but I am an eleven year old girl.
My name is Gabrielle. I am 47 kilos which is very overweight
For my age I can also tell because I have a large belly
I don't want an appointment thanks but I would like
An answer thank you!
My name is Gabrielle. I am 47 kilos which is very overweight
For my age I can also tell because I have a large belly
I don't want an appointment thanks but I would like
An answer thank you!
Thu, 25 Jun 2015
thanks for the opinion.
Gabriella How old you and what is your height in cm.
then we calculate your Body Mass index=BMI.
If your BMI is high in the growth chart,then i will advise the following.
Check few blood test like blood sugar,thyroid functions test,GH.
Count down on your carbohydrates and sugary stuff,reduce Fat intake
you do regular exercise.
use more fruits and vegetables
no medication .
Gabriella How old you and what is your height in cm.
then we calculate your Body Mass index=BMI.
If your BMI is high in the growth chart,then i will advise the following.
Check few blood test like blood sugar,thyroid functions test,GH.
Count down on your carbohydrates and sugary stuff,reduce Fat intake
you do regular exercise.
use more fruits and vegetables
no medication .
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