doi:10.1038/nature11071
As Claudia Guepet, FNP-C at Rejuvime Medical, explains: Some patients may lose over 30 pounds in 3 months, but we worry about the caloric deficit, muscle loss, nutrient deficiencies, and health risks that come with rapid weight loss
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