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Are There Any Safe Medications To Lose Weight?

Hi I am trying to lose weight. I lose a few pounds and it takes a long time. I have a treat or a meal in a restaurant and gain pounds quickly . It is discouraging. I am 65 and have been at this for a few months and not getting anywhere. Are there safe medications that could help?
Thu, 6 Mar 2014
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The food in restaurants is usually high in fat and sugars.so that is one of the reasons if you are too much into eating food out you gain weight quicker.Eat small frequent meals throughout the day.Let your three main meals (breakfast ,lunch and dinner be comprised of whole cereals,low fat curds and salads.munch fruits in salads for hunger cravings in between.Drink around 3 litres of water daily.go brisk walks 1/2 hr /day.Please also get yourself checked if there are any underlying medical conditions that are causing weight loss(PCOS in case of females,Hypothroidism).Do not take medications on your own your doctor will prescribe you depending on your need. Good Luck take care
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Are There Any Safe Medications To Lose Weight?

The food in restaurants is usually high in fat and sugars.so that is one of the reasons if you are too much into eating food out you gain weight quicker.Eat small frequent meals throughout the day.Let your three main meals (breakfast ,lunch and dinner be comprised of whole cereals,low fat curds and salads.munch fruits in salads for hunger cravings in between.Drink around 3 litres of water daily.go brisk walks 1/2 hr /day.Please also get yourself checked if there are any underlying medical conditions that are causing weight loss(PCOS in case of females,Hypothroidism).Do not take medications on your own your doctor will prescribe you depending on your need. Good Luck take care