Expert: Ask Suz - 2/4/2007

Question
Suz
I am 48.
I have no health issues but for my inability to lose the large spare tire.
This could be a genetic thing,but still...
I eat light,low carb,and get lots of exercise.
I have been tested for thyroid but Rx says I am Ok.
I have tried lots of supplements but nothing works.
I am thinking of trying coconut oil next.
What do you think?

Answer
Hi Barry,
First , please accept my apologies for being so terribly late in answering. We were called out of state for 2 wks.
 If you have a "large" spare tire you can only get rid of it with Liposuction. You probably know what that is but if you don't , please write back. I agree at your young age it's a genetic thing. If you also have a sagging tummy
they can get rid of that And the spare tire with a tummy tuck. A qualified, board certified plastic surgeon would tell you right away what he/she can do for you and I feel the results would be fabulous. But a word of warning:
the post operative pain of a tummy tuck is significant. You cannot even stand up straight for days , at least. Coconut oil will do nothing for a spare tire. It is being recognized as a very healthy oil for low heat cooking but you won't lose weight or inches eating it or cooking with it.
I hope I have answered your question. If not, feel free to respond.