How to lose fat safely without risking growth?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am 19 years old, 5.81 feet tall, and weigh 195.41 pounds, which puts me in the overweight body mass index (BMI) (basal metabolic rate) range. I actively lift weights and do cardio, but I want to reduce my body fat. However, I am concerned that reducing my calorie intake could negatively affect my growth, as I am still in my growth phase. Please tell me;
- Could you advise on how I can safely lose fat?
- Would you recommend safe approaches I can take now?
Please help.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I can understand your concern.
I am very sorry about your medical condition, and I am glad that you are paying attention to changes in your body system. But do not worry, I am here to take care of you. Based on your request, I will advise you to take the following medication that will work independently on your overweight and not affect your body development:
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One tablet of Orlistat (an anti-obesity agent) 75 mg daily for one month.
I hope this helps.
Kindly follow up if you have more concerns.
Thank you.
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