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Is there a cure for obesity?

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Obesity can be cured, but it is a long process that requires personal commitment and a change in lifestyle. Methods that might help you lose weight and fight obesity include a healthy diet and exercise, keeping a journal, networking with other individuals struggling with obesity, and making goals for yourself. For cases of severe or morbid obesity, doctors may recommend weight loss medication and bariatric surgery.

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