QUESTION:
Diet Healthy?
I want to do a diet, for 2 weeks, where I will drink 2 to 3 bottles of juice that contain the following:
Calories 130
Calories from fat 0
Total Fat 0.5g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0%
Cholesteral 0%
Sodium 10mg
Potassium 370mg
Total Carbohydrate 30%
Dietary Fiber 0%
Sugars 25%
Protein 1g
Spirulina 1,000 mg
and other vitamins

That will be by far my main diet. Is this an ok idea or not?
If its okay to do it for 2 weeks, how about a month?

• ANSWER:
  its not ok to do for any amount of time.
  you will lose water weight and muscle but NOT fat. also you will slow down your metabolism dramatically and end up having higher body fat percentage.
  find calorie/fitness calculator on the net, enter all your stats and it will tell you how many calories you need a day to maintain, take off 300-400cal off that number and thats how much you need to lose.
  eat 5-6 small meals a day (eat every 2-3 hours)
  5-8 servings of fruit and veggies a day
  8 glasses of water
  have complex carbs for breakfast - they give you energy
  have lean meat (protein) for dinner - repairs muscle
  cardio exercise 4-6 times a week for 30-50min, light weight training
  dont consume foods that are made of white flour (white bread, cakes, past etc.), sugar loaded foods (cookies, icecream, candy etc) and nothing fried, oily.
  ofcourse you can spoil yourself once in a while with a little treat:)

QUESTION:
diet, healthy ??
if it eat healthy, morning breakfast lunch and light dinner and do yoga will ilose weight?? Thnks

• ANSWER:
  Hi,

  You can lose weight if you eat healthy and do regular exercises - could be yoga (in my opinion rsults from yoga are not so quick, but it leads to weight loss), weight training and cardio.

  About eating healthy - eat often and less, 5-6 small meals per day are better than 3 meals. See example of healthy weight loss diet plan here http://www.100abdominalexercises.com/fast_weight_loss_diet_plan.aspx

  Remember that good diet gives all neccesary nutrients to your body. If you eat only good food - weight loss will come naturaly, without any starving or limitation.

  Wish you luck with your workout and diet

  Rumi

QUESTION:
is a diet of apples and water a healthy way to lose wight?
is going on an apple and water diet healthy? a friend and i were talking and she told me her diet plan consisted of just apples and water. she drank as much water as she wanted and ate as much apples as she wanted. i know you need protine and calcium and fiber and all that jazz to keep u healthy but she insisted that taking vitamins it should be fine. im looking to lose wight myself so i was wondering if this would be an effective and healthy way to do so?

• ANSWER:
  You will loose weight like my friend did, then two months later he is back where he started, he also felt sick and weak.

  I wont ramble on with the usual - we both know anything beyond a good diet and exercise will only offer a temporary solution - your body is where it is at due to your eating and exercise habits - the body adapts to the new diet by using fuel reserves (fat) and muscle tissue - you essentially weaken the fat burning furnace and slow your metabolism (it will be starving, and therefore new fuel will be taken and stored as a reserve/fat) - when you resume your normal eating and exercise habits you will adapt again similar to how you are now, perhaps 2lbs lighter, perhaps 2lbs heavier, but almost certainley slightly more body fat due to the stress of the above diet.

  Will you look better with clothes on? sure, for a few weeks... will it do anything beyond that and last? not really...

QUESTION:
Is the Cinnamon and honey diet healthy for a 13 year old girl?
It stats that you can lose up to 3 o 5 pounds easily every week without changing anything in your diet just put a teaspoon of honey and half a teaspoon of cinnamon in water and boil it and split it into two cups drink one 30mins before breakfast and one 30 mins before bed and i would still work out even though it said it works well for belly fat is this healthy for a 13 yr old.

• ANSWER:
  That sounds ridiculous, and doesnt sound healthy at all. You're 13, your metabolism is at its highest, you just need to spend more time outside, hanging with your friends, playing sports, and less time on the computer, or watching tv. Turn on some music and dance! Just have fun doing things and living life! Dont worry so much about losing weight! If you do, do sports! and Eat healthy fruits and veggies like strawberries and pineapples, or veggies and ranch and less unhealthy foods, cut down on snacks etc. I know you want a quick fix, and the best advice I can give you other than the above, especially for belly fat is swimming, running, and dancing! Hope that helps

QUESTION:
Is this diet healthy and will it work?
I am in a bit of a rush to lose a bit of weight, although I dont expect to lose too much right away, I want a good start into what I hope will be a healthy eating plan.

For the next 5 days, my diet will mainly consist of plenty of green tea, eggs, celery and many more fruits and vegetables. I will not stick to this strict diet for more than 5 days, I just want to kick start my weight loss.

Any tips and advice would be great.

• ANSWER:
  I have tried every diet and detox you can think of and whatever weight I lost, I immediately gained!

  I now follow the Zone Diet 6 days of the week with one day off where i allow myself to eat everything I've deprived myself of! (sometimes upto 4,000calories a day)!

  4 days of the week I eat only favourable carbs (lean meat /fish,salad, fruit etc), 2 days of the week I allow myself unfavourable carbs (pasta, bread, even chocolate) and 1 day I eat what I like!

  You can find food allowance for the Zone Diet if you google crossfit journal 21! Download the PDF article on the top right of the page! This will tell you unfavourable & favourable carbs, and how much of each you can eat!

  I have lost on average 2lbs every week!
  I also do interval and resistance training 3/4 times per week!

  This diet was recommended to be by a personal trainer in my gym!!

QUESTION:
What are some healthy foods you should eat when on a diet?
My 2 friends and I are on a diet, and we would like to know what types of foods we can eat on our diet.. healthy foods. Give us a list. Thanks..

• ANSWER:
  Broccoli
  Lean white meats like chicken and turkey
  Carrots
  Whole grain or whole wheat breads
  Salad
  Low calorie yogurt such as dannon light and fit
  apples
  skim or soy milk
  green beans
  green tea boosts your metabolism which is great for weight loss
  low fat cheeses
  lentil soup
  chicken noodle soup
  protein/high fiber bars such as balance bars
  soy chips

  Good luck with your diet:)

QUESTION:
How many calories is the least amount of calories to consume to still be considered on a 'healthy' diet?
im 5 ft one i weigh 128 pounds im a 15 year old girl and i know how to diet healthy. Speed the metabolism by eating 5 small meals a day plenty of water exercise blah blah all that stuff so please don't tell me again i just want to know what is the least amount of calories i can have for it to still considered healthy. 1000? 1100? thanks!

• ANSWER:
  1200 calories

QUESTION:
Is a vegetarian diet healthy for a growing teenager?
My 15 year old son has been on a vegetarian diet for a little over a month now. He still eats dairy and eggs, but he has eliminated all meat including fish. He is on the thin side so he definitely shouldn't lose any weight. Is this a healthy diet for him at his age?

• ANSWER:
  Being a lacto-ovo vegetarian is very healthy as you are still getting plenty of good complete protein from your dairy products and eggs as well as vitamin B12. There is plenty of iron in vegetarian foods such as nuts, broccoli, spinach, beans, peas and lentils.

QUESTION:
Is my daily diet healthy for a teenager?
I have a strange diet or at least thats what my friends say...

I am a vegetarian so meats are a huge NO! I usually only consume 2-3 servings of fruit and 2 cups of yogurt each day with about 15 bottles of water.

I am very slim, and underweight to be honest, but overall i feel healthy...

Is my diet healthy?
I'm not trying to loose weight, I just am wondering if it's a healthy life style choice?

• ANSWER:
  Your diet sounds very healthy to me.

QUESTION:
Is my diet healthy & How fast can i expect results?
I have a bowl of coco pops or cheerios in the morning then just my tea no snacks

I've been doing this for a week now to lose my beer belly lol

Is it healthy should i be eating more?

How quickly can i expect results if i continue this diet

- I've never done a diet before i normally eat a lot lot more
TEA = FOOD (not cuppa tea) I meant dinner at 6pm we call it tea in UK lol

• ANSWER:
  Hi there,

  Im trying to get rid of my belly too!
  .. And what has worked best for me is Soup!

  For me, I usually skip breakfast, I know its the most important meal of the day but i cant eat in the mornings lol. But if you eat breakfast in the morinings try a piece of fruit i.e Bannana or even try wheatabix .

  So, what i have done for the past 3 weeks..

  Lunch : x1 Tin of heinz soup ( Any flavour because there all under 100 calories )

  Dinner : Same as above

  Drink : Water, Apple & Or Orange Juice.

  Along with exercise..
  ( Start of small, for example 50 sit ups in the one night. Do 5 or 10 then break then another 5 or 10 untill you have reached 50. After 3 or 4 days it gets SO much easier!! )

  I have been doing this for 3 weeks now, i already have noticeable results and have lost half a stone. I now easily do 1000 sit ups a day and have had many weight loss compliments, i hope i have helped you in some way, Good Luck !!

QUESTION:
What is the best diet/ healthy food book?
I am looking for the best diet/ healthy food book and maybe a cookbook as well. What has worked for you?

• ANSWER:
  You cannot lose weight using Low Fat Diets. Low fat foods have been popular for more than 15 years, but yet our society is getting more overweight as each year passes. This fact alone should tell you that eating a purely low fat menu is not the answer to losing weight.

QUESTION:
Is this diet healthy or really bad for me?
I want to lose about 20 lbs so I can play in an adult football league, and heard about a diet that contains only lemonade, maple syrup, and water. Thats all you eat for about 1-2 week and thats all. I just couldnt believe that could be healthy for me but was just curious. i didnt think there was many vitaman's/protein etc. Any thoughts?

• ANSWER:
  It's not really a diet. It's a cleanse...so it's not actually designed for you to lose weight on it. You will lose weight, but you'll gain it back when you start eating again.

  You can get enough calories from it, but you will probably feel weaker since it doesn't have enough nutrients.

  Oh, it also has cayenne pepper in it as well.

QUESTION:
Can a healthy diet lower your immunities or immune system?
Around november of last year, i switched over from a disgusting junk food thriving, soda drinking, chain smoking living habit to a cleaner more exercise and healthy eating habit. Before i switched, i got sick maybe once a year. Ever since i changed things, I've caught several colds, and a very mild case of strep. Basically what i'm asking is can a healthier diet put you at risk for sickness or common viruses?

• ANSWER:
  First check out what is your blood group and what diet is good for your health .

  Basically there are 3 types of Diet

  + ----- HIGHLY BENEFICIAL, FOOD ACTS LIKE MEDICINE
  O ----- NEUTRAL FOOD
  X ----- AVOID, FOOD ACTS LIKE A POISON

  Check out what diet helps lose or gain weight and what diet is really good to be healthy based on your blood group .

  Inorder to Lose Weight eat 5 Small meals every 2 hours a day . Inorder to Gain Weight eat 5 Big meal every 2 hours a day.

  -Blood group O is for Old.- Type O.

  http://www.diskovery.co.in/how_to_loose_weight__how_to_gain_weight

  "FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN"
  Sweetcorn
  Kidney beans
  Cabbage
  Brussel sprout
  Cauliflower

  "FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS"
  Liv 52
  Euterpe Oleracea
  Sea food
  Iodized salt
  Liver
  Red meat
  Spinach
  Broccoli

  -Blood group A is for Agrarian.-__ Type A.

  http://www.diskovery.co.in/how_to_loose_weight__how_to_gain_weight

  "FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN"
  Meat
  Dairy foods
  Kidney beans
  Lima beans
  Wheat

  "FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS"
  Liv 52
  Euterpe Oleracea
  Vegetable oils
  Soya foods
  Vegetables
  Pineapple

  -Blood group B is for Balance.-__ Type B.

  http://www.diskovery.co.in/how_to_loose_weight__how_to_gain_weight

  "FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN"
  Lentils
  Sweetcorn
  Peanuts
  Sesame seeds
  Buckwheat
  Wheat

  "FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS"
  Liv 52
  Euterpe Oleracea
  Green vege
  Meat
  Lamb Liver
  Eggs

  __ Blood group Type AB.

  http://www.diskovery.co.in/how_to_loose_weight__how_to_gain_weight

  "FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN"
  Red meat
  Kidney beans
  Seeds
  Sweetcorn
  Buckwheat

  "FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS"
  Liv 52
  Euterpe Oleracea
  Tofu
  Seafood
  Green vege
  Dairy products
  Alkaline fruits
  Pineapples

  Along with diet Burn Calories Learn Dancing and Exercise with NINTENDO WII or SONY PS2 PS3
  Check these games with Dance Mat

  For WII
  http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=wii+dance+mat

  for SONY PS2
  http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=ps2+dance+mat

  For SONY PS3
  http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=ps3+dance+mat

QUESTION:
What are some healthy diet suppliments to boost my weight loss?
Do you know any healthy diet suppliments that are also cheap? I'm an overweight teen and I'm 5'9, big boned and about 50 lbs overweight. I exercise and eat very healthy but I haven't lost as much as I believe I can. Plus my family is short on money.

• ANSWER:
  The MOST important thing is to eat naturally..without medicines, chemicals, "starving" your self etc.

  first, it would be best for you to eat as healthy as possible..this will also help you considerably to lose weight gradually and naturally..

  eat fresh fruits, vegetables, drink plenty of WATER..avoid all cokes, caffeines, smoking, alchohol etc. as these also add weight as well as they contain chemicals which disturb your natural bio rythmns as well as brain chemistry. try not to eat too much meat, and the meat you should eat should be "lean meat" such as steamed chicken and rice, or steamed fish with rice..and vegetables,, this should be your staple diet rice and vegetables with fruits..AVOID "JUNK FOOD" and "Fast Food" as this type of food is very unhealthy, lacking in vitamins really and has plenty of fattening molecules which make one gain weight and is not good .

  if you snack,, try fruits with yogurt or fruit yogurt and nuts.. nuts are very healthy for your body .and contain proteins.

  go for walks every evening or morning or whenever you get time each day for 1 hour or 2 hours..make this somewhere you enjoy walking even if you have to drive a bit to there..and make this a daily routine..you will enjoy it once you get into it ..and it makes you feel great after..just walking for 1 hour or 2 hours.

  if you do this..every day for one month ..you should lose around 10 pounds (.714 stone) per month until you get to your natural healthy weight.. look up on the internet for an idea of what your weight for your height should be ..and when you get to this weight,,your body will look very nice and you will feel very good.

  10 pounds (.714 stone ) each month in 3 months you should lose 30 pounds (2 stones, 2 pounds)..for sure...but no junk food and dont drink alcohol or smoke, dont eat junk..just healthy food with vitamins and walking 1 hour or 2 hours every day..and drink plenty of water..this is guaranteed way to lose weight naturally and for good, if you stick to this, which you should,,as it makes you feel so much more positive due to the vitamins and lack of chemicals making you feel depressed...

  btw, forgot to mention,,just in case you dont know how to really make healthy meals..buy a "food steamer" at your local deparment store..they are very cheap and work very well..as well as buy a "rice cooker" which is also very cheap..eating rice is a great way to get your necessary carbs "healthy carbs" to lose weight and has lots of natural energy inside. you can buy asian rice at most large supermarkets or if you have a local oriental market..they sale quality asian rice.. thai or indian rice is good "jasmine rice".. buy corn or canola oil to sprinkle on vegetables or rice before steaming to add to taste as well as you can buy several nice spices like "cumin" or "Curry powders", etc.just sprinkle on the vegetables before steaming to give nice taste.

  drink "Green Tea" as this is very healthy and helps burn extra fat faster...you can buy quality green tea at most oriental shops or large supermarkets as well

QUESTION:
How important is a healthy diet when exercising to lose weight?
I'm 14 and I have tried to eat healthy but I can't do it. I wouldn't say I eat unhealthy but I don't eat healthy. I eat fruit and vegetables and junk food and I am a little overweight. I can exercise and I do it daily (run an hour everyday work out every other day). How much will a diet effect my weight loss?

• ANSWER:
  As long as you burn off more than you consume you are good.

QUESTION:
What kind of a weightloss or healthy diet plan would work for you?
I'm sure you have all tried some kind of diet. If I could design the perfect wieghtloss diet or healthy diet program for you, what would I need to do? Think of what would make you enthusiastic enough to not quit, but look forward to continuing this program on a daily basis for the rest of your life.

• ANSWER:
  A food plan that is easy to follow without any expensive things to buy.

  A food plan that lets me feel satified with every meal and not still starving.

  A food plan that allows me the freedom to choose what I want to eat - within reason.

  A food plan that doesn't cut out one or more food groups.

  A food plan that gives good results on the scales and in inches.

  A food plan that doesn't make me tired and leaves me with no energy and headaches.

  A food plan that lets you have a little treat every now and again without you putting 2Lbs back on.

  A food plan that feels like a food plan and not a DIET.

  I think that is all I could really ask for.

  Hope this helps.

  Bon

QUESTION:
What are three healthy meals that can be eaten every day to replace a regular diet?
Everyone has specifics on what a healthy diet is. It all depends on age and weight but the fact of the matter is that it is no significant difference at all. What I want from this question posted are three meals that supply everything that one is supposed to have in a day. Also, I would like to add, if this mealdoes in fact supply ones need for a healthy diet, can one eat this everyday and maintain that healthy diet?

• ANSWER:
  Life is a joggling act and so when it comes to eating healthy we can all do with a little help. i have found that meal replacement by way of protein shakes twice a day and one regular meal has greatly enhance my physical well being.And yes these meal replacement can be had every day because they have all the minerals and vitamins that we need for the day.I get mine from this shop. http://www.shopherbalife.com/bestherbalifeonline

QUESTION:
What would make a healthy diet for a 22 year old male?
I am trying to make an effort to eat healthy and maintain a healthy diet and I was just wondering what would consist of a good nutritious and healthy diet for me. What would consist of a good breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If it helps any, I am a 22 year old male. I just basically want to know which foods I should eat and which foods are bad for me that I may not have been aware of. Thanks.

• ANSWER:
  Go for natural, organic foods if you can. Drink plenty of water also, drinking water with lemon is cleansing and healthy for you. Avoid things like soda, diet soda or any drinks, artificial colors and sweeteners, white flour, overly processed foods, fast food, etc

  Breakfast ideas:

  - Oatmeal
  Topping ideas: almond butter or peanut butter, nuts, fresh berries/fruit, raisins, dried fruit like cherries/cranberries/blueberries, cinnamon, skim milk or non-dairy milk, nonfat greek yogurt, jam, honey, agave nectar, maple syrup, etc.
  * Non-dairy milk like - almond, soy or rice milk.

  - Healthy cereal topped with things like skim milk or non-dairy milk or greek yogurt, berries/fruit.

  - Greek yogurt with fresh berries. If you choose plain yogurt and would like some sweetness go for a drizzle of honey, agave nectar or jam. Add nuts or granola/muesli for some crunch.

  - Homemade smoothie: using fruit/berries of your choice with skim milk or non-dairy milk with nonfat yogurt, you can also add 1 or 2 tbsp ground flax seed.

  - Eggs: poached, boiled, scrambled, omelet with things like baby spinach, cheese, mushrooms, peppers, onion, tomato, etc

  - Toast topping ideas:
  - Almond or Peanut butter & jam
  - Cream cheese & jam or cream cheese & smoked salmon
  - Honey & cinnamon
  - Almond butter sprinkled with cinnamon & glazed with honey or agave nectar
  - Slice of cheese
  - Ricotta & honey
  - For a treat - chocolate hazelnut spread with sliced strawberries or banana slices

  For lunch & dinner here are some ideas:

  - Salmon (grilled, salmon burger, salmon steak, etc) + sweet potato or potato or wild/brown rice or quinoa + vegetables or salad.

  - Sandwich on whole grain bread
  Filling ideas -
  - Smoked salmon & cream cheese
  - Pesto, tomato, baby spinach & mozzarella or goat cheese melt
  - Falafel & hummus
  - Tuna or Egg salad
  - Almond or Peanut butter & jam
  - Cheese & tomato melt
  - Spinach/cheese omelet
  - Egg & cheese - you could try egg whites with cheese/spinach
  - Chickpea wrap (with things like grated carrot, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, mixed baby greens, salad dressing, etc.)
  - Black bean wrap with salsa & some cheese
  - Veggie burger
  - Grilled tofu sandwich or wrap
  - Grilled tempeh sandwich or wrap
  - Goat cheese, pesto, grilled vegetables

  - Lentil vegetable soup with whole wheat pita bread and a side of salad or steamed vegetables

  - Whole wheat pita pizza or multigrain pizza: add pesto or tomato sauce, shredded cheese, lots of veggies

  - Omelet with baby spinach & cheese, whole grain toast, salad or veggies

  Here is a list with some healthy food ideas
  ~ Greek yogurt or yogurt (nonfat) - Greek yogurt has more protein than regular yogurt
  ~ Eggs, cheese, cottage cheese (2% is fine), goat cheese, skim milk or goat milk, etc.
  ~ Vegetables
  ~ Fruit & Berries
  ~ Beans (chickpeas, black beans, kidney beans, mixed beans, etc.) - full of fiber and protein
  ~ Veggie burgers (Amy's makes great veggie burgers)
  ~ Multigrain bread, ezekiel bread, rye bread, whole wheat pitas, whole grain tortillas or bagels, etc.
  ~ Whole grain pasta or brown rice pasta, brown/wild rice, quinoa, etc.
  ~ Sweet potatoes or potatoes
  ~ Hummus
  ~ Oatmeal
  ~ Healthy cereals (Kashi, Nature's Path Organic, etc..high in fiber like raisin bran)
  ~ Nuts, seeds, almond butter, peanut butter
  ~ Non-dairy milks like soy, almond or rice milk
  ~ Ground flax seed to add into a smoothie, top yogurt, etc.
  ~ Olive oil
  ~ Salmon & Tuna
  ~ Tofu & Tempeh
  ~ Whole grain crackers
  ~ Whole grain waffles like - berry-flax waffles

  I hope this helps =)

QUESTION:
What is a healthy diet to get lean on that's realistic to follow?
What is a healthy and realistic diet to slim down?

I have tried crazy diets, and they usually last a couple weeks, then I go back to eating crap! What is something more realistic and long term and healthy....something that I can keep up with. I want to loose about 50 pounds in 6 months.

• ANSWER:
  you probably can't lose 50lbs in 6months unless you eat less than 1500cals a day or if you exercise for hrs. a day..
  eating 1500cals is safe to do but you will have to get use to being hungry each and every day of the 6months. i did it for 5months and lost 33lbs.
  if you think you can lose 50lbs in 6months without feeling hungry each day then i don't think that is realistic.

QUESTION:
How can I manage a healthy diet with a family?
Hi everyone. I have four children and have found myself putting on a lot of weight lately. I want to get fit and healthy again (and fit into some of my clothes!!). The youngest is only 1 and it is hard to go for walks or the gym with 4 kids to take care of. My husband does shift work and I am kind of stuck. I love to bake and always make things for the kids and end up eating it too. How can I work a healthier diet and somehow do some exercise with my family and kids in tow? Any suggestions? Has anyone tried exercise DVD's? I think I'd get really bored with that.

• ANSWER:
  My sister does exercise DVDs and really likes them. I have borrowed a few of hers but I would rather play music and dance. You can put the youngest in a stroller/buggy/wagon and all go for a walk.

  Put your WHOLE FAMILY on a healthy eating plan. Good eating habits need to be developed at a very young age. Children can be so active it seems that they never put on weight; but as a teacher every year I see more and more overweight children.

  Did you know that the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables for children and adults is 10 serving a day? A serving is 8 bites... children's bites are smaller.

  Don't give up your baking, however, bake fruit pies instead of cake made with white flour. Try using whole wheat and other whole grains in your baking.
  Use none fat powdered milk for baking... it is healthier and cheaper too. Add a few nuts and also fruit to your baked goods.

  There are many healthy food sites. I'll put my favorite the the source box. There are many good ones... Yahoo's food site is handy to pull up, too.

QUESTION:
What are good healthy diet plans for men?
Does anyone know of any good healthy diet plans for men. A healthy diet plan that is not boring and has many varieties of food.

• ANSWER:
  First thing you need to understand about your diet is too much sugar in your blood will make you fat no matter what diet you are on or how much you work out. Too many ketones in your blood will prevent you from using the sugar in your blood as energy. Too few ketones in your blood will cause you to burn your blood glucose off too fast. So you need to eat small portions of carbs and protein about every 3 hours.
  Another thing to know is that trans fat, hydrogenated oil and polyunsaturated fat causes type 2 diabetes. To raise your metabolism stop eating ANYTHING that has these in them. Polyunsaturated fat is ok in small quantities now and them. Also Cholesterol is a key thing. Bad cholesterol is high in red meats, dark meats, pork and even turkey and chicken breast. These types of cholesterol get inside the cell and clog it up. This prevents the cell from being able to accept sugar and burn it off. Where as the trans fats and hydrogenated oils form plaque on top of the cell wall and prevents insulin from being to stick to the cell therefore preventing sugar from being absorbed by the cell. These are the things that lower your metabolism rate as you get older and lead to heart disease and diabetes. To avoid this simply avoid these fats and cholesterols.
  Any modified food starch, flour, enriched flour, corn starch, potato starch, high fructose syrups etc. all will raise your blood sugar levels higher and faster than pure sugar will. So watch out for things that say "lite" and "sugar free" and "diet". Many of these things use these to elevate your blood sugars and keep you addicted by tricking you into thinking they are better for you than stuff with sugar in it. That is not to say that sugar is good for you but it is better for you than modified food starch for sure.
  You will want to eat 2 green apples a day. The high level of soluble fiber and high level of pectin in them help slow the uptake of sugar into your blood stream. Also lots of green leafy vegetables will provide you with nutrients you need while slowing your sugar uptake. Never eat a carb without eating a protein with it. Never eat any carb that is a simple carb or has a hi glycemic index i.e. corn, potatoes, bread.
  Bread is ok if you get 100% whole grain with no additives or preservatives. In fact, this is a necessity. Real peanut butter with no trans fat and no additives is an awesome complex carb. Pecans are magical on blood sugar levels. Eat a handful and if your blood sugar is too high they will lower it. If it is too low they will raise it. And pecans will sustain your blood sugar levels for hours.
  You want to have a 3:1 ratio of omega 3 fatty acids to omega 6 fatty acids. So fish without lots of mercury and olive oil for cooking is a must. Flax seeds are also good.
  Taking about 10mg of a supplement called MDM, vitamin c, calcium, vitamin D and b12 are all great for making the cell walls more elastic which will raise your metabolism, help rid your body of plaque, and lessen your need for insulin. Another great trick is using about a half table spoon of cinnamon per day. Cinnamon actually has a chemical in it that acts like insulin and reduces the risk of diabetes and speeds up your metabolism.
  You want to eat red meat at least once a week and at most a few times a week. Chicken is something to eat at least a few times a week but not more than once a day. Cod, Tilapia and Salmon are the meats of necessity.
  Oatmeal is good for slowing the digestive process also, but it also burns off fast into sugar and spikes the blood sugar good. So it is important to not eat more than half a serving at a time and eat it with pecans and protein. Preferably egg whites cooked in olive oil with salsa or fresh veggies.
  Greek yogurt is awesome for digestion and low in sugars. SILK is an awesome source of protein and carbs verses high sugar milk (11gm per serving = 1cup, not glass).
  Make sure you watch all your pre mixed cooking spices. Most of them have modified food starch.
  Beans are a great complex carb. If you are going to eat a potato try to limit to half of a red potato tops before working out. Not all fruits are good. green apples, grapefruit are awesome. Oranges are borderline and most other fruits are high in fructose. Avoid granny smith apples though. Those are horrible on the glycemic index. Broccoli is a must.

QUESTION:
What is a safe diet pill to take along with a healthy diet and exercise?
I am 5'1 155 lbs so I need to lose 25 lbs. I already am on a healthy balance diet and exercised regularly but I want an added kick to it. I am scared to take diet pills because of the side effects but does anyone know of any with no side effects which are safe but actually work?

• ANSWER:
  Mimi -
  Alli is the only over the counter weight loss pill approved by the FDA. There are only three prescription weight loss medications approved. Do you think that if any of them REALLY worked we would have a billion a year industry in "weight loss" supplements?
  The big three pharmaceuticals would dominate the market.
  Approved or otherwise, none of these weight loss supplements guarantee anything unless you establish a healthy diet and exercise program.
  So why not just establish a healthy diet and exercise program and keep your money?
  You will be spending somewhere between and per day on a product that is not approved or guaranteed to do anything!
  The only weight loss supplement I recommend is a basic multivitamin.
  Good luck.

QUESTION:
How to fit a healthy diet in my busy day?
I want to loose some weight but I can't fit an healthy diet in my life because I'm woorking in restaurant. I know that you need to eat some smaller amount of healthy food 5 times a day, drink a lots of water dosome workout(I do 1h30 every day : weight lifting&Eleptical) and sleep as well but I do not have the time. Do you know some quick healthy meals to eat at anytime of the day even when you finish around 11pm?

• ANSWER:
  you've summed it up, if it's that important to you nothing is impossible, you can do it, no matter of your surroundings, if you can come up with a game plan, it's achievable. do you have off days? where you can exercise? what about taking walks on your break? and what types of foods are at the place where you work?? i think you can work around it if you truly want it.

QUESTION:
How long does it take for healthy diet to work?
For the past years I've had the typical SAD diet. Too much fried, too much sugar, too much everything and all the wrong things. I'm thinking about starting a vegetarian diet and adding more raw fruits and veggies to my diet.

I was wondering how long would it take for the healthy diet to start working and helping my body. I keep hearing about health benefits from vegetarian diets -- how long before those benefits work for me?

• ANSWER:
  There is no magic pill or program for weight loss, regardless of what others tell you.

  When I first started weight watchers, it took me about 6 - 8 weeks before I saw steady benefits i.e. steady 2 - 3 lb loss per week.

  You need to follow a sensible diet and start exercising. Start eating fruits and vegetables and lean protein.

  There is a great show on the Lifestyle channel, Cook Yourself Thin. They show you how to change your fave recipes to low fat, low calorie. It’s a really neat show.

  Their idea is that you take your goal weight and multiply by 10. This number is your maximum daily calories.

  You need to eat what's called filling foods to not get hungry all the time. Things like apples and bananas are filling. Almost all types of beans, garbanzo, green, kidney, re-fried fat-free, beets, cauliflower are some of the many filling veggies.

  Avoid over-use of salt, you will retain water.

  Drink water, and if you don’t like it plain try a little squeezed lemon or lime in it. Drink at least 8 ozs before each meal.

  You may also want to try switching from 3 meals a day and eating 4 or 5 lighter meals.

  Exercise, ... if you don’t already start walking or anything. Just don’t overdo it at first or you will find reasons to stop.

  Losing weight requires a lifestyle change.

  Good luck!

QUESTION:
What is a healthy diet and exercise regimen for life?
I am bulimic, and I can't take it anymore. I want to change. I

don't no what its like to "be healthy" because of this. What is

a good diet for healthy living? Can you give me meal plans/

ideas of healthy options for all meals. To stay healthy and

maintain a healthy weight, how much exercise is good per

week, and how long each day? How many calories should i

eat each day?

I just turned 15
Im 5ft
I weigh 105lbs.
Please help! and Thanks!

• ANSWER:
  Here is an exercise plan as well as some info about how to eat correctly. There are also side links to sample meal plans and other good information. I have used a very similar system to maintain less than 5% body fat for the past 23 years. It is not because of my genetics because obesity runs in my family.

  http://www.spartafit.com/exercise/exercise%20program%201.php
  http://www.spartafit.com/nutrition/nutrition.php

QUESTION:
How do I make healthy diet and excersice?
I want to loose my love handles and inner thigh fat also a part of my baby fat! How should I start I'm so confused on where to start! I want to make a healthy eating diet. How would I make oatmeal? Or what type of meat? I'm new at this I always say I'm going on a diet but I never do:( help me please!!!

• ANSWER:
  I bought this ebook a while ago and I was able to choose the right diet for me and it worked brilliantly.

  http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=260347931356

  It's also really cheap for the great investment it is.

QUESTION:
What is the least amount of fat you can eat in a healthy diet?
I know your body needs some fats, but a lower fat diet is certainly healthiest. What is a low fat diet? I mean, going completely fat free is unhealthy, but eating 65 grams of fat (recommended for a 2,000 calorie diet) is not necessary. Can I be healthy just getting the fats from healthy foods like breads and oatmeal? Sorry for all of the questions- I could just brainstorm on this topic.

• ANSWER:
  Too often, this question is inaccurately answered. Weight loss guru's tend to tout what they see as problems with fat intake, and many people who think they are cardiologists speak up with false information.

  There is a lot more to proper nutrition than total calories or someone's errorenous ideas about "max fat grams." For example, you have to consume fat with carbohydrates in order to metabolize the carbs. Fat in the diet is necessary for absorption of fat soluable vitamins. There are many facts to consider.
  Here is a question presented to a nutritionist on this topic:

  QUESTION: I eat a balanced diet except I concentrate on the fat content. If it's available in non-fat such as milk or cheese, that's what I buy and eat. My fat intake is typically between 5 and 10% of my calories. I do weight train and do cardio workouts three times a week. Is my fat intake too low?

  ANSWER: Possibly. Consider these facts about your body's need for fat.

  It is recommended that people consume 30% of total daily calories from fat, 55% from carbohydrates and 15% from protein. So, you are not consuming nearly enough fat in your diet according to these guidelines.

  Fats perform many vital roles to aid in the body's functions. Triglycerides, the main form of fat in the body and in foods, constitute most of the stored energy in the body. Triglycerides yield over twice as much energy per gram as carbohydrates and protein (fats provide 9 calories per gram, while carbohydrates and protein provide 4 calories per gram). The free fatty acids, released from triglycerides are the major source for fuel for the body at rest and during light activity.

  Triglycerides and other lipids (fat) in foods also carry fat-soluble vitamin A ,D, E and K to the small intestine. In doing so, lipids aid in absorption of these nutrients. Without fat you are at risk for developing deficiencies of these vitamins.

  Food fat causes the stomach to empty more slowly than either carbohydrates or protein and it imparts satiety - the satisfied feeling you have after eating. If you reduce your fat intake below 20% of total energy intake, you will get hungry quicker.

  The essential fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6, are substances that need to come from the diet. They are necessary building materials for molecules and compounds that perform such vital functions in your body as regulation of blood pressure, blood clotting, immune response and childbirth. Excellent sources of these essential fatty acids are salad dressings containing Canola or soybean oil, salmon, tuna and sardines.

  Another thing to be aware of is when fat is removed from a product, something else must be added, usually carbohydrates in order to maintain a desirable taste and texture. For this reason, many fat-reduced and fat-free products are still very energy dense - containing a high amount of calories. Remember that calories count too, no matter if they come from fat, carbohydrates or protein so be sure to moderate your portions if you consume a lot of fat reduced products. Consider the increase in the number of low fat foods while the American public's average weight has gone up. Low fat and fat free foods are not the magic solution for weight loss.

  Have you tried the Healthy Body Calculator? If you put your physical data and activities in, it will calculate a healthy amount of calories and fat based on your nutrition goals.

  A trained and licensed nutritionist is your friend. There is way too much nutrition quackery in the world today. If you read something about nutrition, check for the author's credentials before you take it as fact. The word "Moderation" is key, and if you eat fresh healthy foods in moderation, you will be eating a healthy diet.

  Hope this helps answer your question.

QUESTION:
What is a good way to stick to a healthy diet?
I work out a lot and im generally healthy. I just have a really hard time eating healthy food. I like them I just don't always choose them. What is a good way to stick to a healthy diet? I would really appreciate some good tips that anyone might have. Thanks.

• ANSWER:
  Sticking with a diet menu ... is the hard part of any diet plan. That's way you should to try to have your diet consist of foods that you are now already eating. Just reduce the amounts you eat and try to broke your meal into 5 or 6 meal of smaller portions throughout the day

QUESTION:
What is a healthy diet for two baby red eared slider turtles?
i just figured out that my two baby turtles have metabolic bone disease and i need to know if what i am feeding them is right. what is a healthy diet for them??
i just got my turtles in july and they are not very old

• ANSWER:
  http://www.flickr.com/photos/29035692@N03/sets/72157607029550534/

  They need calcium from the bones from the fish they eat and they get protein from the fish bones.They need leafyu greens like Romaine lettuce,Kale squash,grapes,strawberries..google vehggioes with vitamin A and see what you have at home. You need to feed them feeder guppies, goldfish or minnows for protein and calcium daily drop 20 or so in the tanks and watch them disappear in a few days! When I got these two 36 yrs ago all we had in back then were goldfish to feed , so after 36 yrs and still going strong. They can eat goldfish!
  This way when they swim for their dinner they get exercise also!
  I also feed dried cubed blood worms or tubiflex worms at least 5 times a week.
  They sleep at the bottom of rivers, streams. lakes or ponds or your tank to avoid predators like coyotes, foxes, owls, hawks, possums, raccoons and even some wide mouth bass.

  ***TOSS in a bird cuttle bone in the water for calcium that will promot better shell growth, it will dissolve real slow and if they eat it that’s fine!!

  They can have garden worms, meal worms, snails, crickets, flies, crayfish small frogs, dragon flies and anything that moves, but only as a treat. These also have protein special garden worms!
  They need leafy greens Romaine, Butter lettuce. (Iceberg and cabbage are bad for them, any other leafy greens will do) for vitamin A that they need at least 3 to 4 times a week.
  You probably already know that they get sick easily, shell rot, respiratory sickness, lopsided swimming, coughing, blowing bubbles from their nose. Fungus white cotton patches on their skin?
  **Swollen cloudy eyes which means lacking in Vitamin A. Which we all need for good eyes. Google ‘vegetables with Vitamin A.

  Contact the “www.anapsid.org/societies, for a turtle vet / RESCUE in your city and state.

  May I suggest The bigger the environment the bigger the healthier the turtle. Remember 10 gallons for every inch of turtle. I have used kiddy pools and plastic pond liners from most nurseries and worked great.
  Did you know that they need to bask under a reptile light UVA/UVB for up to 8 hrs a day for the vitamin D that they need to grow. So that means getting a turtle dock also.
  Leave the heater on 75 to 78 degrees always. These turtles in captivity do not hibernate their eating may slow down some but they will not hibernate. These are not cuddly pets and will bite very very hard. Under 4" they carry a disease called 'salmonella'. So you must wash after every handling.

  Their water needs to be clean otherwise they get sick easily from dirty water cause they poop allot. You need a good filter system!
  Total Body length: 5-8" average for males, up to 12 inches max for females. Life span: 15-25+ years
  Males have the longer front nails and are used in mating. And are considered mature at about 5 yrs old. You can’t start sexing till about 3” across.
  Gravel larger than they can swallow.

  Email me if ya need help,K. You will save them. Just feed them some great foods and watch them grow.

  I wish you luck.

QUESTION:
Is a healthy diet more important when you are young or when you are old?
Are there any reliable studies on this issue? On the one hand, I can see how a healthy diet when you are young might set in motion some long term positvie health benefits. On the other hand, it may be the case that children's bodies are so efficient at squeezing the nutrition out of the foods that they eat that a child's poor diet may not have the detrimental effects that an older person's poor diet would. My 8 year old son's diet is very limited, yet surprisingly, at least to me, he acts and looks very physically healthy.

• ANSWER:
  Both - it's important at every stage of your life. When you're young and your body is still growing, it's very important to have all the right nutrients for building bones, teeth, muscles, organs, etc., as well as providing energy. It's true also that reinforcing healthy food choices for a child will set a pattern which he will probably follow throughout his life, and this is further protection for his health.

  Recent studies are showing more and more how important good nutrition is as we're aging, though. Some conditions thought to be unavoidable or irreversible as a result of aging have responded well to a healthy diet. Conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes have shown greatly reduced symptoms in studies of adults with these health problems after they were put on diets with specific foods in them. We know now, too, that a number of fruits & vegetables have strong anti-oxidant properties, preventing a number of cancers and slowing or stopping the spread of cancer in people who have the disease.

  A healthy diet strengthens our immune systems and cleanses toxins from our bodies, helping us fight off disease and helping our whole bodies function better. This is true from infancy to old age. I had heard from a pediatrician that if a child goes through a period of being picky or eating very few foods, it's not cause for concern. I've watched my 6 and 8 year-old sons go through phases of not eating certain foods, and I've seen them slowly come around to eating those foods they used to refuse. The best thing to do is to keep offering your son a healthy variety, and show by your example to do the same; these will have an influence on what he eats.

  As far as sources for studies on diet and health, I've seen numerous articles in the last few years in medical, health, and nutrition magazines reporting studies about nutrients in foods and their individual properties. You could go to the library and go back through a year of issues from a particular publication and easily find several articles on the subject. A good one with reliable sources and reports on these studies is Prevention magazine; I read this one myself.

QUESTION:
What are the essential ingredients of a healthy diet for a mammal?
What are the essential ingredients of a healthy diet for a mammal?

10 points to the best answer.

Thanks

• ANSWER:
  Proteins, Carbohydrates, Lipids, Vitamins, Minerals, Fibre and Water, but all in moderation depending on the eating habits (whether its a herbivore, carnivore, ...) and the size of the animal.

QUESTION:
What is a healthy diet for a first time mom?
I'm 19 and I'm a big girl 230 pounds and I'm 5'2 and I'm pregnant with my first a couple weeks possibly. I don't have health insurance yet but I was just wondering what a healthy diet would be while pregnant cause clearly my diet wasn't healthy before I NEVER have motivation to exercise before pregnancy either. So you know big girls like to eat but what should I be eating? Please and thanks for the answers and no rude comments.

• ANSWER:
  Go to your local WIC office and they will help you. Generally just follow the food pyramid, stay away from fats and sugars, drink water and ask your doctor about exercise before you start any new stuff

QUESTION:
What is the best healthy diet program and sport for fitness ?
My length is 163cm and my weight is 55Kg , i want to slim down with a healthy diet program and great sport , please help me

• ANSWER:
  The best advice I can give is not to eat any convenience food. If you can't prepare it into something proper then it's probably not good for you. (except for obvious things like vegetables)

  For exercise, cycle everywhere

QUESTION:
Have you got a healthy diet schedule for me?
Ok, so if you have read my last 2 questions you will know i am trying to make it into a Professional wrestling career so have you got a diet that's healthy. Its mainly focused on building muscle, energy, good health and losing fat. So any schedules or advice would be greatly appreciated.

• ANSWER:
  The first thing my son did when he got into wrestling was to get tons of grapefruit and every morning he drank a couple of cups of coffee and ate 1/2 grapefruit(eat a whole if they are small)with it. The caffeine is actually a fat burner and some acid in the grapefruit allows that caffeeine to burn more fat longer. In addition, my son ate a lot of salad and a lot of protein--for snacks it was fruits instead of cookies and goodies, and I have to say that it worked so well for him that I recently started a grapefruit regimen myself and it really works. This is what I do:
  1 24oz cup of fat free or low fat yogurt
  1-2 cups of coffee and 1/2 to 1 grapefruit in the morning--plenty of water in between.
  lunch:
  I only eat European Rye bread from Russia or Germany because it is not made with yeast and doesn't keep you hungry---I put butter and lunnchmeat on it or butter and preserves--whatever I like--2 of those slices and I am full. For snacks I usually have fresh fruit, whatever I got in the house.
  For supper I eat a lot of veggies and a lot of lean meat(chicken, turkey)--my son ate steaks as well. I try to avoid all starchy carbs in the evening. Sometimes I do eat fruit, but I have to say to my amazement that I do not even get so hungry that I want to snack a lot. I think it's the yogurt--it is shockful of protein, but also loaded with carbs which provide energy to the body. I hope this helps

QUESTION:
How do you eat a healthy vegan diet on a really busy schedule?
I know this doesn't only apply to vegans. Omnivores also have a difficult time eating a healthy diet on a busy tooschedule hence the fast food industry. But my question is to vegans who probably eat most of their meals at home. How do you keep it healthy with a crazy schedule? What are some examples? Thanks.
schedule too*

• ANSWER:
  I keep Vegan Snacks packed, to carry along, just in case.

QUESTION:
How to have a healthy diet for overweight kids?
My friend and I would like to stay and start a diet! We would both really appreaciate if you would also include recipes that are healthy! We also would like some tips and advices! Also please do not leave nasty comments we also would not like having posts saying starve yourselfs because we are smart and know not to do that so you would be wasting your time! Thanks if you looked at this question and left a post without saying nasty things!!

• ANSWER:
  thank you for being smart about it! instead of listing a bunch of information here i thin kyou would be better off purchasing the book: "the eat clean diet" by tosca reno. its not a diet at all don't worry. she teaches you how to eat healthy without feeling like you are depriving your body of food. she also talks about exercise and includes easy recipes inside her book. she also has a cook book out too. goodluck!

QUESTION:
How do you put a cat on a healthy diet; to help them lose wieght?
My cat isn't all that fat, but she's getting there. She's to scared to go outside, so she doesn't get much exercise. Any suggestions for a healthy diet?

• ANSWER:
  Get her on Overweight Management (OM) cat food by Purina, and only feed her a set amount per day. You need to feed your cat in "meals" to control their weight and eating. Maybe once in the morning give her, say, 35 grams of OM cat food, and maybe 45 grams at night.

QUESTION:
How can a meat eater maintain a healthy and balanced diet?
I just don't get it, it seems ridiculous to me, I can absolutely say with 100% conviction I've never met a meat eater in my life who was able to maintain a healthy diet and receive the fair majority of required nutrients day to day.
Did you manage before you went vegetarian/vegan?
If you're a meat eater how do you manage?

THANKS!
I met everyday people, not people who had intelligence and knew what they were doing.

• ANSWER:
  I think they take pills, and consume chemically fortified food products like breakfast cereals, milk based "health drinks," and yogurt.

QUESTION:
What is an effective but healthy diet for a busy teenager?
I'm 17 years old, 5 foot 4 inches tall, and 175 pounds. I'm really busy with school and extracurricular activities, but I think that it's time to make my health a priority. I understand that fitness/healthy living is a life style, and I'm not asking for a quick fix either. I just want to know: what is a good diet for me?

• ANSWER:
  I think the best weight solution (especially for someone as busy as you!) is this; substitution. Before you reach for a bag of chips or hamburger try a Yoplait Yogurt instead. they are portable and delicious. Try granola, water or natural juice instead of soda, sandwiches instead of pizza. Excersice is great also if ytou have the time. Just whenever you eat something ask yourslef could I be eating something better? Also eat breakfast, it speeds the metabolism! Good luck and be patient!

QUESTION:
Is the Raw Food Diet really the most healthy diet in the world?
Is it the most healthy diet due to the fact that you are basing your diet on fresh fruit and vegetables, sprouts, seeds, nuts, grains, beans, nuts, dried fruit, and seaweed? I consume these things already but I have some non-fat yogurt, milk, and free-range meats (beef, poultry, lamb, etc) in my diet also. Is this best, or would it actually be more beneficial to go raw?

• ANSWER:
  Best to not just listen to anyone else and follow your body. If something effects you a bit adversly, then totally cut it out of your diet.
  Then your body vibration will improve and the next item, that didn't effect you before will start to effect you a bit. So cut that out also.
  Follow this path along deleting as you get sensitive and you will end up on the ideal diet for yourself, if you do it diligently
  I did and ended up on raw food for three years ,and have been a vegan sportsman for 36 more years now [57 years young now]
  I love and feel great on green smoothies [green veg from garden, mango and apple fresh juice, spiralina, a few walnuts, and dates if you like .definitely gives you a positive lift. l am going to start a green smoothie club here.
  Enjoy the process.

QUESTION:
What is a good and healthy diet for a ballet dancer?
Say you have a 105 lb ballet dancer. 5 foot 3

She exercises 8 hours a week in ballet classes and then 4 hours or so in aerobics classes.

How many calories approximately should she be taking in daily?

What is a good diet for her in order to keep at a healthy weight?

• ANSWER:
  depending on age, i would not worry too much about calorie intake.
  if there is a low calorie option, you can have it, but quantity is really the issue. don't think drinking a diet soda will help. if you want a soda, just drink the real thing because there isn't much of a difference (unless you're diabetic).

  you shouldn't really have more than one soda a day (about 6-7 teaspoons of sugar in a 12 oz can).

  drink a lot of water instead. most normal people don't drink enough water each day, and most dancers i know don't either (and they need far more than normal people).

  you should eat a fairly balanced diet (eat from all your food groups, lots of veggies, fruit, and dairy). women naturally have issues with retaining calcium and with bone density. women that are extremely active (especially dancers) have weaker bones than most and require more calcium than normal women to keep their bones healthy. so lots of milk (which has also been proven to help with weight loss) and a calcium supplement could help.

  if you have to have a big meal, make the biggest breakfast.

  eat lots of small healthy meals throughout the day. this helps to keep your stomach small, increase your metabolism, and burn calories faster.

  when eating protein, like meats, don't eat servings larger than the thickness and width of the palm of your hand. people don't actually need more than 3 of those servings of protein a day.

  if you need snacks between meals, eat something healthy like grapes or apple slices. if you visit fast food chains a lot, like burger king or mcdonalds, they both have very large salad options on their menus, as well as packaged apple slices. salads with cheese, a little dressing (thats where the calories are in salads), with some grilled chicken can make for a delicious meal, also very good for you if dark greens like spinach are used.

  if you read on the back of most foods, it says "based on a 2000 calorie diet" i'm not the healthiest person around (certainly not the healthiest eating dancer), and i don't even intake 2000 calories a day.
  i'm 5' 9" and weigh 127lbs. the last time i counted i took in about 1200 cal. and i'm actually under the recommended weight for my height.

  most people have a general idea about what is healthy, but just don't eat those things. if you are truly eating non greasy/fatty foods and are not eating loads of sugars, and eating the proper serving size of each food, everything should be fine.

QUESTION:
Can anyone recommend me a healthy diet or a website or a website relating to it?
I want a healthy diet, to look good and keep all stomach upsets at bay.I want detailed things to eat and I drink carrot juice everyday as its good for health.

• ANSWER:
  You had better not eat those with much fat,such as pork,beef.Then you can have more fruit and vegetable,actually,the best way to keep fit is to do more sports.

QUESTION:
What would be a good healthy diet for someone with crohn's?
I have crohn's disease and it is hard for me to eat anything that has a lot of fiber in it, like steamed vegetables, raw vegetables, cereals, etc. So my diet mainly consists of carbs and meat. Along with this not so varitable diet and my treatments I am gaining a lot of weight. Does anyone have any ideas of how I can maintain a healthy diet and lose some weight without causing a flare up?

• ANSWER:
  Most folks with crohn's find that a gluten free diet eliminates many symptoms. I know you feel like you don't want to cut out MORE foods, but I highly suggest you give a high saturated fat (especially from virgin coconut oil) diet a good trial. You might also want to try chia seeds, they are high fiber but the fiber is encased in a gel sack that makes it easier on the digestive system.

  Nearly 6 years ago, I started Atkins low carb way of eating to just quit gaining weight. I had to get my out of control appetite under control. I never imagined I could LOSE weight without hunger or exercise, since I've become disabled. I never bothered weighing or measuring til I'd noticed that my clothes got huge quick. When my health improved dramatically also, I knew this was my new way of life and since it's eat all you want (of low carb foods) I know I can do this for life.

  My personal carb level is low. I am older & disabled & don't move much (or cook much) but I eat all I want of meats, eggs, cheeses, yogurt, fats, green vegetables, almonds, berries, flax seeds, chia seeds, shirataki noodles and other foods. Someone active would have a MUCH higher carb level & can usually include all fruits, beans, whole grain products but not sugar & highly refined carbs in unlimited amounts. As long as you have <9grams carbs per hour, you will maintain insulin control & shouldn't gain weight, no matter the calories.

  Most overweight & obese people have blood sugar & insulin dysfunctions and can NEVER eat carbs as someone with a functioning body can. They make the mistake of going back to the way of eating that made them fat and that is not possible and yes they will gain all weight back if they eat what they ate that made them obese originally. Insanity is defined as doing the exact same thing, in the exact same way and expecting different results. Many people can return to moderate carb levels but very few can really eat all they want of sugar & maintain weight or health.

  You can lose more body fat eating protein & fat (don't eat protein alone) than not eating AT ALL. To lose weight fast, eat all you want, but nothing but meat, eggs, healthy oils, mayo, butter & half an avocado a day (for added potassium). Keep the calories high & the fat percentage high, at least 65% of calories. Green vegetables & some cheese will continue weight loss but at a slower pace.

  The first 2 weeks eat several cups a day of (mostly) lettuce & celery, cucumbers, radishes, mushrooms, peppers & more vegetables thereafter - add 5 grams per day additional every week (20 grams day first 2 weeks, 25grams 3rd week, 30grams 4th week etc) til you gain weight, then subtract 10grams. That will be your personal carb level (everyone is different & depends on how active you are.)

  Start with meat, fats & salads for 2 weeks and then slowly add in more green veg, wk4 fresh cheeses, wk5 nuts & seeds, wk6 berries, wk7 legumes, wk8 other fruits, wk9 starchy veg, wk10 whole grains. You will learn how your body reacts to different foods.

  The body won't release fat stores if you lower calories below what it needs. It will slow metabolism to compensate & store every spare ounce as fat. If you continue lowering calories, it will continue lowering the set point, til it can survive off nothing & store fat on anything. The body will only release it's fat stores if it knows there is plenty of nutritious food.

  Eating carbs while trying to lose body fat is terribly inefficient. When in glycolysis (burning glucose as fuel) you have to lower your calories (which slows your metabolism) & exercise heavily to deplete your glycogen stores before burning body fat.

  The core of Atkins program is converting the body from glycolysis (burning glucose as fuel) to ketosis (burning fat as fuel). Dietary fat levels need to be at >65% of total calories, if not, the body will still remain in glycolysis by converting 58% of excess protein into glucose (via gluconeogenesis).

  It takes minimum of 3 days to convert a body to ketosis, (but only one bite to convert back to glycolysis). People feel sluggish the first week but most feel better than ever thereafter.

  Simple carbohydrates (sugar, flour, bread, cereal, pasta, potatoes, rice) trigger insulin, the only fat storage hormone. Protein releases the fat burning hormone glucagon.

  High insulin levels promote inflammation, weight gain, hunger & unbalance other hormones. Controlling insulin levels will balance out other hormones & allow human growth hormone (HGH) to be produced naturally so lean muscle will be gained even without exercise.

QUESTION:
How do I start a healthy diet?
Ok, I would like to start a healthy diet so I feel better about myself. I am not fat, I am 8 stone and 5ft 5in. I eat crap food all the time and I thought it's about time that changed. I have no idea where to start and what a healthy balanced diet is. Can you give me a few examples of meals/food I should be eating? Thank you.

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  well, you probably know that you should stop eating crap food, right ?

  if you have no idea what a balanced diet is....fruits, vegetables, chicken, wheat bread, oatmeal, yogurt, fish....you should probably consult a dietician in your area

QUESTION:
What should i eat to maintain a healthy diet and lose weight?
Hi i was just wondering if you could give me advice as to what a HEALTHY diet would be. I am looking to lose a couple pounds, and i will do a 30 min run per day and weight training every other day? can you give me some healthy ideas as meals and post-workout snacks.
thanks

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  A healthy diet doesnt nessecerly mean eating less so you could just eat normally everyday without eating too much or too little and exercising everyday.
  For example for breakfast instead of eating eggs and bacon stick with cereal.
  Instead of a cookie for a snack try a banana
  For lunch maybe try low fat food
  Dinner take it seriulsy. Dont eat past 9pm. Eat a light, healthy dinner
  Drink a lot of water throughout the day.

  Hope i Helped!

QUESTION:
How can you benifet from a healthy diet?
Hi,
Why do you need a healthy diet and what benifets come with one?

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  A healthy diet is important for so many reasons. First of all, it can help delay the aging process. It can help keep us physically and mentally active well into our senior years. It can prevent cancer and diabetes and cardiovascular disease. It can help our eliminatory efficiency. It can give us more energy and help prevent fatigue. It can help grow healthy nails and skin and hair. It can help the healing process. It can improve our immune response and on and on it goes.

QUESTION:
What healthy diet plan (not pills) have you had the most success with?
What diet plan have you had the most success with? Weight Watchers, The Biggest Loser diet, etc, plain old healthy eating in moderation, etc?

What worked the best for you, and why?

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  Diets don't work they are to hard to stick to. IF you truly want to lose weight and keep it off for good there are a few things you have to do. Portion control, eat what a TRUE serving is!!!! Eat about six small meals instead of three large ones, Eat more fruits and vegetables and whole grains. Cut down on your protein we as Americans eat more than our bodies truly need any way. And exercise even if you just add 15 minutes a day walking into your day you will start to lose weight, if you do all of the other things also. You don't have to stop eating what you like, You just have to eat it in the correct portions rather than what we've gotten used to. IF you do this you will lose weight, maybe not as fast as you would like but you will lose weight and you will keep it off. The faster that you lose weight usually the faster that you gain it back again. We need to eat more like our parents did and less like the media would want us to.

QUESTION:
What will happen after I have done the Atkins Diet and go back to a normal, healthy diet?
I am going to do the induction phase of the atkins diet (2 weeks) to kick start my weight loss - however, can anyone tell me what will happen when I return to a healthy, low fat diet afterwards? I don't want to put any weight loss back on again.

I KNOW the best way is to exercise and eat a healthy diet from the outset, but the above is an option I am considering, I'd appreciate it if anyone who has done similar can tell me of their experiences.

Thanks!

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  I have done this exact thing, and as long as you do not over eat you will not put weight back on like they say. I went on atkins to take off a few pounds fast. I lost 7lbs in 2 weeks, and then I went on a 1,300 calorie/day diet. I did not gain weight, I continued to lose weight. However, I used this http://ifinallydidit.wordpress.com/ to help suppress my appetite so that I wouldn't over eat, because I had a bad habit of doing that. Good luck!

QUESTION:
What is a good balance for carbs and protein in a healthy diet?
I'm trying to establish a healthy diet to follow. I don't want to follow any fancy plan but I want to make sure it's balanced. What is a good ratio for carbs and protein in a diet? Right now for every protein I eat I seem to eat 2 carbs.

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  This is a complex topic. Please read "Eat More, Weigh Less" by Dr. Dean Ornish. Go to the library and borrow the book.

  My personal choice is to avoid junk food and eat raw whole foods as much as possible. That means leafy green vegetables, other vegetables, fruits, sprouted beans, brown rice, and whole grains. Eat some vegetarian sources of oil (these are required), but don't over do it. You do not need to eat dairy or meat for a healthy diet if you eat a balanced vegetarian diet. If you do eat them, do it in limited quantities.

  Most degenerative diseases are from over consumption of protein and fat rich foods. Avoid convenience and packaged foods because they contain excitotoxins, colorings, preservatives, and other additives that may or may not have been tested. MSG and aspartame should be avoided.

  Instead of commercial drinks, make your own green smoothies with lemon, kale, mint, spinach, bananas, and other fruits and vegetables in a good blender.

QUESTION:
What is a healthy diet for a me if I play basketball?
I'm 13 years old and am trying out for my middle school basketball team. What should I eat as a healthy diet if tryouts are in two months? I'm almost 5' 5" and weigh 107 lbs.

• ANSWER:
  eat your veggies that's what Paul Pierce eats everyday heal from injuries.

QUESTION:
Any suggestions for a diet to gain lean muscle NOT to lose weight?
My husband does a lot of exercise and weight training but doesn't get very big he wants to try a diet that will help BUT does not want to lose weight as he is at a healthy weight and BMI. I thought a high protein diet would help but not sure, any advice is welcome.

Thanks

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QUESTION:
Should I take a protein diet or a high carbohydrate diet or a mixed one in breakfast ?
I am trying to lose weight but most resources say "dont skip your breakfast " and some even say take 25 % of your whole days calories in your breakfast and some suggest that eating high protein breakfast like eggs is good.But I have always thought that eating high carbohydrate diet in the breakfast will fuel your whole day with energy which is good.

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QUESTION:
Can I purchase Diet Pills if I am 18, and have a Permit?
So, I AM 18 years of age, but I currently don't have a driver's license.
However, I do have a permit as a form of Identification.
Of course, it has my photo and date of birth on it.

I have talked to my doctor about the possibility of going on a diet, and I will only purchase the pills after I have discussed it with him.

Can I buy diet pills with a permit, if I am in fact 18?

Thanks so much

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QUESTION:
Why does any increase in weight due to a temporary abandonment of my diet not show on the scales for 2 days?
I am currently losing weight. I have set myself a target of 100gm per day, which, averaged out, I am achieving. However, once a week I temporarily abandon my diet and go out for a few drinks. Naturally this leads to a slight increase in my weight but this doesn't show up on the scales the next morning but the morning after.

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QUESTION:
Can someone help me with a good diet and plan to help me drop 50 pounds and maintain the loss?
I weight about 256 pounds, and I've been taking Taekwondo for the past few months, and that has helped me drop about 15 pounds, but I wanna get down two about 205 or so. I also should mention that I work the graveyard shift Walmart as a Overnight Stocker.

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QUESTION:
A fictional book about struggling with being overweight and trying to diet?
Can you recommend any fictional stories about weight loss, dieting, or obesity from a girls or woman's point of view?
Thanks.

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QUESTION:
im 15 and want to put on 3kg Asap.. can anyone recommend a strict diet plan?
already goin gym, just need a strict diet plan?

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QUESTION:
im supposed to be on a diet - shall i sneak a kebab or fish n chips?
shall i have a kebab or fish n chips and pretend i never ate it ?

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QUESTION:
If a Mediterranean diet replaced Mcdonalds and KFC would that put an end to obesity?
Mediterranean fast food or meals scaled down to quick take aways

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QUESTION:
Usually eat around 1500 calories daily, as a diet, is around 800 okay?
In general i have about 1,500 a day. I'm dieting so yesterday I had around 800 and today just over 1,000. Is this healthy? I'm living off sultana bran, veg, fruit and one weight watchers meal. I'm female, 5'5, and 125 lbs.
Also, how quickly do you think I'll lose weight? I want to lose a stone (14 lbs)

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QUESTION:
Is saying "I'm on a diet" a good way to turn down sexual advances from fat people?
Seriously, Doc told me to lay off the pork.

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  Or say sorry I'm not down with bestiality.

QUESTION:
What is a good Diet? Im trying to loose 25lbs.?
I know this question has alot of answers, but I just want to know what you all think. Im trying to loose 25lbs..by Christmas, what is a good diet. What foods should I eat and what foods should I avoid?? I lost 15lbs..but I just need to speed up the process.

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QUESTION:
going out to sushi, on a diet?
i am on a diet trying to lose weight, and im going out to get sushi with my family. what are the least fattening sushi options to choose?

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QUESTION:
How much carbs dose a biscutt have with apple filling in it?
If your on a diet is it ok to eat this once in a while?

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QUESTION:
What is a healthy way to lose lots of weight, and fast?
im looking for a diet of exercise routine that will get me into shape fast. Im willing to change my eating habits but i wont starve myself.

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QUESTION:
Poll: Are you currently on a diet?
Or are you a lucky, scrawny thing like me?

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QUESTION:
Is it ok to only drink orange juice for a week?
I'm on a diet, and i love orange juice. The last time i was sick the only think i could take in was orange juice. Is it ok if i ONLY drink that for a week and nothing else? or a couple days?

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QUESTION:
Healthy savory snacks to incorporate in diet?
Hi - I am trying to find a healthy savory snack to use in my new diet - like a healthy alternative to crisps which I am always eating.

I don't like munching on dry fruit since it easily gets stuck in ur teeth, maybe baked crisps, IDK any ideas guys?
And preferably vegetarian - but most snacks usually r anyway

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QUESTION:
Any ideas for a high protein lunch that I can take to school?
I am trying to go on a high protein diet , so I need something that is high in protein(at least 25g).
BTW: The food will be in my backpack for like 4-5 hours, so i need something besides chicken breast or eggs.
And besides protein shakes

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QUESTION:
What are "clean" meals I can prepare with only a microwave?
I have recently made the switch to the eat clean diet. I now live in a sorority where all of my meals are prepared for me and none of them are healthy. I am wondering if anyone has any recipes or ideas for what I can make if I only have access to a microwave and no refrigerator.
Ex. Oatmeal, steamed veggies.

Please only answer this question if you are familiar of the eat clean principles.

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QUESTION:
If I exercise a lot yet keep my diet the same, will I lose weight/tone up?

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QUESTION:
Help i drank a can of diet pepsi on my diet?
Even though it says DIET pepsi im scared one can will still make me fat and just to make it abit clearer here are the nutritional values per can <330ml>: (this is the first time i've actually had it on my diet btw)
calories:1.3
proteins,carbs,of which sugars,of which saturates,fibre all nil but sodium/salt trace 1%
i wont have it again just this once but will it effect my weight-loss in any way? Thanks <3
I dont want to pick a best answer i think they're all great thanks so much it helps alot! xx

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QUESTION:
what diet should be given to a patient?

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QUESTION:
What can a doctor do with this.. can he give me them or not?
I am wondering if I go see a doctor, will he or she give me diet pills? I am needing a good appetite suppressant. I'm not wanting to stay on them long just enough to where I can lose weight with exercise and get my appetite down a little.
What are you saying that I have to be like 200 pounds or so to get them?

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QUESTION:
Searching for a Weight Watcher's expert for guidance and advise. I am new to the diet. Are you out there?

• ANSWER:
  That is wonderful that you joined Weight Watcher's, it is such a livable program! Your Getting Started book is a great resource, as well as attending meetings. Make sure to track everything that you eat and drink. Follow that Good Health Guidelines, and choose Power Foods whenever possible. Activity is important too. If you have etools, use it to find all kinds of tips, ideas, and recipes. Watch your portions, use all of your daily points, and don't be afraid to use the extra 49 PointsPlus Allowance that you have. Take your program one step at a time, by setting small achievable goals. Most of all trust the science of the program and stay positive. All the best to you, you can do it!

QUESTION:
A Healthy Diet for a 13 Year old Girl?
I am obviously 13 years old, and a girl. Anyways, I weigh about, 142 pounds. I know I'm still in the middle of Puberty, but I still would like to, let's say, help my body go through this change. Lol. Anyways, I love eating so it will be hard. I just want some good exercising tips and eating tips. Thanks

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QUESTION:
I am a cookie in a cookie jar, wanna eat me out?
my owner is on a diet.

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QUESTION:
Im 12 stone and a half stone 13 and 5 foot 8 is that obese?
tell me a balanced diet please i do rugby for 2 hours every tuesday and thursday and play football every day for a hour so could you tell me how to lose it

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QUESTION:
I eat 4 morning star sausages a day. Is this bad for me?
I purchase these at costco in bulk. I am a vegetarian. I also eat lots of fruit/vegetables and drink lots of water. My diet also consists of whole wheat pasta/bread, beans, eggs, cheese, and other yummy things. I am not vegan, I eat dairy products.

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QUESTION:
How can I boost my chances of a healthy pregnancy?
I'm 14,I might have endrometriosis,and I have high chances if miscarriage.Once I get married (over 18) I want to have the ability to get pregnant right away.......No diet or exercise changes needed.I want to do things that boost maternal health and fertility now not later.Thank-you!

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QUESTION:
What are quick diets to jump start a sensible diet plan?
I want a quick 1-7 day quick diet to jump start my regular diet. Just to flush out toxins and to get my body ready for diet and workout. Please help

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  changing your diet to only healthy foods is the best thing you can do and will ensure you will lose weight if combine with walking everyday especially.

  you can eat how much you like if you stay within these 3 guidelines and still lose fat naturally and gradually. You should lose 10lbs each month on average.

  1.eat only steamed lean meats, eggs, healthy fruits ,vegetables, nuts, grains (Asian basmati or jasmine rice gives lots of energy and can be found at your local oriental/asian market or some super markets), & yogurt..2. drink only water, juice, & milk..3. walk or do some physical exercise 1-3 hour every day.

  (btw, recommend you also to buy an electronic food steamer and a rice cooker ((Both Very cheap)) .which, used together make it very easy to prepare very nutritional, healthy meals ,,add a bit of olive oil , diced garlic, pepper, sliced lemon and spices on top of steamed vegeatables, fish or chicken to add more taste if wish as these are healthy too.)

QUESTION:
What diet pills work the best without having to do much or a diet?
I just had a baby and trying to lose some weight before my husband gets back from Iraq I dont have much time to diet or work out but I try at time and do try and watch what I eat if I even have the time to. Please help me out as much as you can...thanks so much!

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  I would suggest just proper acai diet and exersize, i suggest doing what this mom did and combining the Acai diet with a cleansing program for the best result. Congratulations on your husband coming home, God Bless him for serving his country. My husband just came back in May and though he was injured, it was the happiest day of my life to see him alive!
  http://saradietexp.blogspot.com/

QUESTION:
What diet tips have really worked for you?
I have tried every diet book out there. So far, the only thing that's worked for me is a raw diet but I never can stick to it for long!

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  Not much... Atkins is good if you can commit to sticking with it. Also I had some success with Weight Watchers.

QUESTION:
What diet pills are safest to take that wont mess with trying to become pregnant in the future?
What are the safest diet pills? What diet pills are safest to take that wont mess with trying to become pregnant later?

Ive heard some can make you have at least 3 miscarriage's before being able to carrying a healthy baby to full term.

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  diet pills are not healthy or effective long-term
  they reap havoc on the endocrine system; the function in our body which regulates everything from body temperature to hair growth to hormones & skin condition. & will most certainly not create an ideal environment in which a baby may survive. eat healthy & get moderate exercise. you can start by walking 30 min/day & you will be doing a world of good for yourself & your baby.

QUESTION:
What diet pills actually work and are safe?
I understand there is no magic diet pill to make you thin, but I was just looking for a good pill to jump start weight loss that works with exercise and diet. I gained about 30lbs a year ago and have just kind of been okay with it since then, until I saw pictures from my vacation then I realized I wasn't happy. So I started working out again and eating healthy and it just is not enough right now. I am looking for something safe, productive, and something I can get without a prescription. Any help would be wonderful!

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  Alli is the first FDA approved diet pill. It's a fat blocker so it won't make you too energetic or jittery. I suggest you look online for reviews of it and how it works. Good luck.

QUESTION:
What diet should i take to regain the lost nutrients after semen ejaculation ?
I am 28 years Old . I 've been having sex regularly(2-3 times a week) since last 12 years ...
After ejaculation my body (espically legs) start feeling weak . Please tell me what diet should i take to regain the lost energy quickly so that i can have sex 2-3 times in a day without any sign of weakness. In other words kindly tell me how to regain the nutrients quickly that were lost after semen ejaculation by eating good (vegetarian) diet ?

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  Your legs being shaky after sex is from muscle fatigue. The muscles aren't used to working as long and as much as you forced them to do during sex -or- your body is still recovering from the general exertion of having sex.

  It has nothing to do with nutrients or the fact that you ejaculated.

  To reduce the chance of this occurring, you need to get more exercise and build up your stamina for physical exertion.

  Note that this is not going to let you have sex more often, that's completely different than having muscle fatigue. How often you can have sex in a day is related to how fast your body recovers from having sex and how aroused you can become after having had sex.

  You may want to switch off of a vegetarian diet and see if that helps. Vegetarian diets do not provide all the things that a person needs, though it can come close.

QUESTION:
How important is the diet when it comes to a workout plan?
I read these magazines that have these excellent workout plans. I do the workouts, but I don't do the crazy diet that they show with it. I don't eat a lot of egg whites and things like that, but I do make sure I eat healthy and drink protein shakes like "Muscle Milk". Is it important to follow the diet plan that they have in these magazines? I mean, prisoners don't follow a series diet plan and they come out pretty ripped.

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  Well me being a competitive bodybuilder, me and my friends at the gym always acknowledge diet as the most important aspect to bodybuilding. If you don't eat properly then you wont get the results you want; for example if you are wanting to get ripped than you need to cut back on the calories and increase your protein intake. If you want to add mass then you need to increase your caloric intake and eat plenty of carbs. Remember weather your a bodybuilder or not, you are what you eat, and if you don't diet properly then you wont get the results that you are looking for in the gym.

QUESTION:
Can Diet pills risk your chances of ever becoming pregnant?
I Am about to start taking diet pills after trying to diet for the last 2 years and being unsuccessful. Would taking diet pills decrease my chances of ever becoming a mam? If so I will NOT take the pills.

Also I am on antibiotics: Flucloxacillin and If I do take these diet pills, will the antibiots stop the diet pills working?

Thank you.

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  Diet pills are associated with heart or organ damage. Not associated with infertility. Antibiotics generally have no effect on diet pills.

  My suggestion is to get a medical workup as well as a COMPLETE log of what you eat over two weeks (that includes measuring your portions). Determine if you have a medical problem or not. I had a terrible time trying to lose weight, so I get it.

  Also, try following something closer to a low carb diet. Eliminating or severely reducing starchy foods (such as potatoes, rice and pasta) and flour products really does make a difference over time. Most lower calorie foods simply replace the fat with sugar, which doesn't help.

QUESTION:
Does a low carb diet lower the amount of good bacteria in your gut?
If I go on a low carb diet, will it lower the amount of good bacteria in my gut?

Also, if I take probiotics, will they be able to be sustained in my gut on a low carb diet or will the probiotics be ineffective in providing benefits if I am on a low carb diet?

Thanks.

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  No, a "low carb" diet will not ruin the good bacteria in your gut unless you're eating way too much cheese. The probiotics would be a good idea too. Also, "low carb" diets are not a good idea. Better to eat plenty of unrefined carbs like fruits and veggies for fiber. If you're eating just protein or fat it's not good for the kidneys, esp. long term. Dr. Atkins, who popularized the low carb diets died of a heart attack after all.

  If you are really looking the best way to diet,
  I suggest doing what this mom did and combining the Acai diet with a cleansing program for the best result
  http://saradietexp.blogspot.com/

QUESTION:
What is the best diet pill or diet shake that has worked for you?
I would like to use a diet pill or diet shake in conjunction with exercise and healthy eating. What has worked best for you? How much did you lose? Any side effects?

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  Go to any GNC or vitamin shoppe and get oxyelite pro. Combined with excerise & eating right you'll lose 20lbs easy.

QUESTION:
What is a good diet for someone without a gall bladder who is trying to lose weight?
I eat healthy, exercise but it seems that no matter what I try I don't seem to be losing weight. People keep telling me to eat a low fat diet but the doctor told me that eating low fat is what killed my gall bladder. He said that everything in moderation. However it seems that if I eat too much protein I get sick, if I eat low fat I get sick. I am so confused until I am on the verge of just giving up. I try to balance it out but I don't seem to lose a pound. Can someone help? I need realistic help. I have a very understanding family but I don't want to make them suffer with special diet. I can prepare two meals for dinner if need be but it would be easier to just prepare one. Any suggestions? I am also looking for something long term. More like a life change as apposed to a diet.

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  Build your diet around these trim-body-friendly foods:

  -- Nuts, any kind (almonds are best)
  -- Beans/Legumes
  -- Fresh vegetables (green is GREAT!!!)
  -- Dairy products (as long as they’re low-fat or non-fat)
  -- Eggs
  -- Lean meats (fish and poultry top the list)
  -- Olive oil
  -- Whole grain breads/cereals/pasta
  -- Fresh fruits (anything that ends in “berry” is a winner)
  -- Tea (green tea or black pekoe tea

QUESTION:
Does the cabbage soup diet actually work? How much weight have people lost on this diet?
I've tried this diet before, only I ended up giving in after only a few days! But was wondering what people's experiences of doing this diet are? Is it worth me trying again? I have about 7 pounds to lose in a week!

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  Baby.. Crash diets are the surest way of not doing Weight Reduction procedures. Skipping meals and living on Cabbage Soup deprives your body of a whole lot of vital macro and micro nutrients.. It is not beneficial in the long run to indulge in such unscientific methods (pl don't mind the pun..)

  You have not given any statistics on your height / weight.. Going by your measure of 7 pounds to lose per week..

  It has been calculated that 1 pound of body fat is equal to 3500 calories. This means that in order to lose 1 pound we have to walk for about 12.5 hours. So don't expect fast weight loss and remember to eat sensibly.

  Just like you don't eat once a week and stock up for the whole week's body requirements, exercising once a week is also a non-starter (no benefit). To get tangible benefits out of your exercise regimen, you must sweat it out vigorously at least 5 times a week for 30-45 minutes sessions each.

  Eating vegetables (more importantly, shunning non-veg - as they have more calories per unit weight) is only one step in the weight reduction process.

  Diet, Supplementation, Exercise, Positive Mental Attitude - all these are required for a decent weight loss program. Patience and persistence are also very critical virtues in your endeavour.

  You must try Amway's Positrim Healthy Living Weight Management Program to reduce weight systematically without starving your body of essential nutrients. you may get in touch with me for your requirements and i can guide you on how to buy them..

QUESTION:
What is a safe diet pill to take along with a healthy diet and exercise?
I am 5'1 155 lbs so I need to lose 25 lbs. I already am on a healthy balance diet and exercised regularly but I want an added kick to it. I am scared to take diet pills because of the side effects but does anyone know of any with no side effects which are safe but actually work?

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  Mimi -
  Alli is the only over the counter weight loss pill approved by the FDA. There are only three prescription weight loss medications approved. Do you think that if any of them REALLY worked we would have a billion a year industry in "weight loss" supplements?
  The big three pharmaceuticals would dominate the market.
  Approved or otherwise, none of these weight loss supplements guarantee anything unless you establish a healthy diet and exercise program.
  So why not just establish a healthy diet and exercise program and keep your money?
  You will be spending somewhere between and per day on a product that is not approved or guaranteed to do anything!
  The only weight loss supplement I recommend is a basic multivitamin.
  Good luck.

QUESTION:
What is the best diet plan to follow for weight loss?
I need to lose 20 pounds by summer and I need a easy diet plan to follow. I work 2 jobs and don't have a lot of time to prep food. I'd like a diet plan that uses minimal processed foods and doesn't take a long time to prepare. Has anyone found a diet plan that works for them? I will be incorporating some exercise as well, but I have a knee injury that prevents me from doing anything with much impact.

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  Look like your are very busy, but why not just Power walk 45 mins daily, but you have to walk faster, like jogging to burn FAT. And you can buy some apple, orange , can of tuna (in water), instant oatmeal (120 cal per bag), 2 boxes of eggs (hard boil), zero yogurt etc. they dont need too much time to prepare, you can hard boil 12 eggs for 2 -3 days, oatmeal, you just need add hot water for it. try to keep your cal within 1200-1400 cals, and power walk for 45 mins daily, you will lose 1 lb weekly or more. but you have to walk faster not shopping speed. 45 mins is about 5-6KM. Take care !

QUESTION:
For good health balanced diet is essential. What should be done if a day slips from the diet program?
For good health balanced diet is essential. What should be done if a day slips from the diet program?

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  You need not worry; you can balance the food intake the next day. But, if this continues there is no use in following a balanced diet. Find tips for healthy living and more on balanced diet in http://www.supersizeyourhealth.com

QUESTION:
What is the best diet for a cockatoo who will not each fresh fruit or veggies?
When I rescued my bird, the previous owner said that he would eat only peanuts, coffee and toast!!! Fortunately, a vet check-up deemed him in great shape despite the poor diet and smokey environment where he lived. My vet demands that the cockatoo be switched to a 100% pellet diet using HARRISON'S commercial pellets. Everything I read prescribes a varied diet to include mixed seeds and fresh food along with pellets. He delights in eating nuts from the shell including walnuts, hazel nuts, pecans and Brazil nuts. I am offering 2/3 pellets and 1/3 seed mixture and most of it is eaten (or on the floor of the cage) each day. My bird delights in drinking cranberry juice and apple juice from a cup while I have my coffee which I know is a poison for birds. He throws all fresh food out of his cup but will take cooked meat and whipped cream if I feed it by hand. I would love to hear from other cockatoo owners about their success with food for their bird.

• ANSWER:
  i have a cockatoo....with a similar problem. i brought her home as a foster care for a bird rehabilitation center (that's where i got so into birds).the center took her and her family from a abusive and lazy owner.she would beat her dogs and cats and birds, let the cats out free with the birds, and so on and so on.they tried to keep up with her mother and her sister but her mother died form cancer and lack of nutrition. her sister was in a foster care too, but she died two weeks after the foster care took her in. the center had so many birds and did not have the time to take care of a 2 week old cockatoo. so i took her in. i hand fed her, and spoiled her and took her to the pet store with me for her to pick out her own toys (when she was strong and old enough of course). and so i adopted her and when she was weened off her formula and hooked on a pellet/seed mix i started her with veggies. she just wouldn't eat them, id chop em up real small but she still found them. so what i did(i know its cheating) is i took her old baby syringe and blended up her veggies and fruits and gave it too her like i did her formula. soon it was regular, and i decided to ween her from the veggie smoothie, so i mixed in her veggies with the smoothie and i started to add more whole fruit and less smoothie and now she eats veggies regularly!

  i hope this can help.... and i hope this wasn't too long!

QUESTION:
How long do diet shakes take with replacing 1 meal a day to start losing and noticing changes?
If i was to replace 1 meal a day, say lunch, for a shake, how long would it take for me to lose weight? And also i want to go on a diet, im really good with exercise, i exercise everyday but im a very fussy eater therefor i don't like much. How am i supposed to eat healthy then if i don't like the diet foods advertisers tell you to eat?

• ANSWER:
  Some diet shakes are real garbage drinks. They often contain cheap ingredients such as casein (milk protein) or aspartame (a neurotoxin). Counting and reducing calorie intake has been proven to be ineffective over a two year period of time in one scientific study after another. The most popular diets fail time after a period of two years without fail. Most participants end up putting on more weight than they lose.

  The only effective way to lose weight in the long run is to change your lifestyle. If you can maintain a low-fat vegan diet you have a chance at permanent weight loss. It also helps to maintain an aerobic exercise program and a free weight exercise training program.

  You see, it takes 7 times as many calories to add a pound of muscle than it does a pound of fat. Would you rather gain 7 pounds of fat or 1 pound of sculpting muscle? The muscles cells also burn calories, even when you are resting.

QUESTION:
What effect does diet have on lower belly fat and love handles?
Hi, I know that spot reduction is near impossible and the way to make lower belly fat go away is to diet and exercise to lower your bodies overall body fat. Does diet factor into losing lower belly fat? Seem to me that it shouldn't. How can some foods biochemically affect only the belly fat. I have a degree in biology so please try to explain in a way that follows scientific logic, thanks

• ANSWER:
  When losing belly fat and love handles, 20% comes from exercise, and 80% comes from diet. You basically need to get your body into a form of ketosis which comes entirely from diet. You prevent glucose consumption, and your brain requires glucose to survive, so your body enters a state of ketosis which takes your fat (in this case your belly fat and love handles), and turns them into ketone bodies and a glucose substitute for your brain. Your body uses these ketone bodies which came from your fat for energy. 20% is from exercise because you need to remind your body that it needs the energy from your fat, plus when you exercise you use up any few calories of glucose you ingested making sure that your body uses your fat stores. When your belly fat and love handles are gone (basically you have like 7% body fat) you must incorporate glucose foods into your diet (but gradually and in small portions otherwise you damage your health). If the fat is still there keep going until its all gone. It's that simple.

QUESTION:
What are the benefits of a gluten free diet?
This question is for people who have ever tried the gluten free diet or considering a gluten-free diet. Have you felt different ever since you started the gluten free diet? What does it prevent tell me all the benefits. Also if i do a gluten free diet what can and cannot eat. Please give me gluten free diet cons and pros, Thank you for answering my question.

• ANSWER:
  I started a low-gluten/gluten free diet when I got serious about my fitness.

  I feel lighter after meals and more able to exercise. Plus my muscle/fat ratio is continually improving. Many people are intolerant to some extent without realising it and many digestive issues can be solved by butting gluten out of the diet.

  Plus, while a gluten-restrictive diet is not necessarily calorie restricted, the fact that more of your calories come from protein and the fact many snacks are off-limits often translates to a lower-calorie diet, which has obvious benefits for weight loss.

  I wouldn't personally recommend Atkins as a diet plan. I understand using it to lose weight in the short term but I think the macro-nutrient profile of the diet is less than beneficial in the long term. As an alternative I would recommend looking at the Paleo or Primal diet. It's based around fruits, lean meats, root vegetables and so forth. I've been doing that but including dairy products and have seen great results.

  Stuff that contains gluten includes bread, pasta, rice and most empty/bulk carbs. After a while, you'll get used to checking food labels to see if stuff is gluten free.

  Good luck!

QUESTION:
What's the best diet you tried that yielded you the greatest results and didn't make you crazy?
I need to lose some weight-- about 40-50 pounds. I am intelligent and know that decreasing caloric intake and increasing my activity level will do that, but its so hard to stick to a diet when everyone else in the family isn't dieting.

Any tricks or tips that I'm not aware of? Or do I have to just commit to Weight Watchers or another plan and also put my family on a diet as well?

• ANSWER:
  the best one i can recommend is not actually a diet as you dont restricts your self from foods

  just dont eat as much carbs drink lots and lots of water eat five small healthy meals a day eat plenty of fruit and veg and try not to snack on crisps and ice cream

  do a 1 hr jog a day if you can and also try to fit in some muscle building exercise

  and try to get the whole family to do it so your not alone

  good luck x

  also for dinner always have something steamed cooked