Does lipo slow down your metabolism?

August 9, 2017
Asked By:12312345123 in Santa Monica, CA

Liposuction of fat would decrease your basal metabolic rate correct? So doesn't that mean lipo will slow down your metabolism? There is less fat in your body so you would need less calories to maintain your weight?

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August 14, 2017

Answer: BMR

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August 10, 2017

Answer: Lipo and metabolism

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August 10, 2017

Answer: Lipo Body

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August 10, 2017

Answer: Lipo Body

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