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| Subject | Date Asked |
| change legs | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 21 year old female with a question about changing or minimizing leg muscles. I've been playing ... A: Helena, There is only so much you can do to change the natural shape of your body. If you look at ... | |
| detox and eating healthily | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I'd like to seek your advise. My boyfriend is renting a room alone, and always eat his meals ... A: Jessica, Changing other peoples diet is nearly impossible. If he wants to change, he will, if he ... | |
| cheese | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me,please, how much cheese pr.day is reasonable to eat ???? i,m talking hard cheeses, ... A: Carol, Each one ounce serving of cheese equals about 100 calories, mostly from fat. I would limit ... | |
| muscle definition and nutrition | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I am a 21 year old healthy male. I work out every single day 7 days a week, which includes full body ... A: Joe, Looks to me like you are lacking in 2 areas, diet and rest. Body builders are extremely ... | |
| Light Dinner? | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: Lela Laurie I have been unable to lose any weight for two weeks following a 1500 calorie a day diet. ... A: Laurie, Calories are calories. At 8 AM or 8 PM a snickers bar is 220 calories. It isn't a good ... | |
| Suppliments | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: Is it advisable to take hgh for mess building ? A: Solly, Most HGH being sold IS NOT true HGH....and you don't know what it really is. If you have a ... | |
| Gain & Lose weight | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I have noticed i both lose and gain weight easily. My question is why this can be happening? And my ... A: Dimitris, It either means 1) You have a very specific metabolic rate and so if you go a little over ... | |
| Supplements | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I am 19 years old and weigh about 120 pounds. Before I begin going to the gym to get stronger, not ... A: Nathan, For the kind of transformation you are talking about, a supplement isn't going to make a big ... | |
| Supplements | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I am 19 years old and weigh about 120 pounds. Before I begin going to the gym to get stronger, not ... A: Nathan, I'm very wary of super supplementing- and this product reaches into the 1000's% of RDA for ... | |
| Afternoon Snacking | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: All my life I have been quite the bean-pole. Now that I am over 50, I am developing a "spare tire" ... A: Brett, Usually cravings are trying to tell you something- Carb or Salty food cravings might mean you ... | |
| Hi Lela, I just have a question and I hope that maybe you can help me out. | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: Do weight loss pills/supplements help to loose more weight than just diet and exercise alone? I was ... A: Maria, SOME diet pills have been proven to work, but most have crazy and sometimes permanent side ... | |
| How can I lose weight? | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I am sixteen. I am 5'6 and i weigh almost 150 pounds. I honestly, do not like my weight. I ran cross ... A: Kellie, (As a Mom I have to say...NEVER use your last name online!) Ok, so you you quit cross ... | |
| Loose Skin After Weight Loss!? | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: Over the last year I've gone from 250 to 175 lbs which has left disgusting loose skin which exercise ... A: Amanda, First I want to congratulate you on your success! You have done something amazing and should ... | |
| Metabolic Rate | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I'd like to know whether metabolic rate is related to genetics or not and if it is not related to ... A: Dina, As best we can tell genetics do play a role in metabolism, but it is more important to focus ... | |
| Food | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: How come even if you eat a bunch of carbs and then exercise it all off, you can still gain weight? A: Ava, You don't. Carbohydrates have calories just like proteins and fats and when you exercise you ... | |
| Lost 26kg already - how do I get the rest off? | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm 29 years old, and within the last 9 months I have lost 25kg (before I was 101kg before with ... A: Susanne, Well we can start with the foods that are known to trigger fibro attacks- Namely aspartame, ... | |
| diet plan | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I am Karan, from India, 24 years old, 5'11" tall, 71 Kg (156 lbs). I am into body building and have ... A: Karan, The real expert in this is Jeremy Lapro a fitness model, bodybuilder and vegan. He has ... | |
| diet suggestion | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: Sir, can u advise me food to prefer and food to avoid .i had csection delivery of twins.i am not ... A: I think biking is a good idea, but you need to make sure your bike fits you. Try ... | |
| protein quantity | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know how many grams of protein are required per day. I work out reqularly (4days ... A: Sam, The info is important because there are different recommendations for different age groups and ... | |
| diet suggestion | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: Sir, can u advise me food to prefer and food to avoid .i had csection delivery of twins.i am not ... A: A balanced vegetarian diet is extremely good for losing weight- just make sure you get enough ... | |
| peanut butter | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: i recently bought all natural peanut butter and i noticed that on the label there was no vitam e- ... A: Julie, They will only list Vitamin E as an ingredient if it is added in the production process- ... | |
| help---loose some wt please | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: nothing works i mean i try doing gym ,diet for a while n just cant loose any wt some i do eat a lot ... A: Z, The LAST thing you want to do if you are trying to get pregnant is take a weight loss pill! ... | |
| protein capsules vs protein drinks? | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to gain weight and build muscle through weight lifting. I'm joining a gym to develop my ... A: I am not familiar with the protein capsules, but if your diet is low in protein, the powders can be ... | |
| Snacking while studying | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I am a college student trying to get into nursing school. I find that I like to snack on sweets and ... A: Melanie, For your PCOS you should be limiting carb intake- try snacking on nuts, cheese, or hummus ... | |
| Starvation Mode post anorexia. Leptin? | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I really hope you can help. I am 29 years old and have suffered from anorexia since I was twelve. At ... A: Melissa, Between laxative abuse, and too few calories you have sent your metabolism straight down ... | |
| lean | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: how are you i am 15 years old and weigh 127 pounds (58 kilograms) and am about 170 centimetres ... A: Tyler, You have to be below 10% body fat to have a visible 6 pack- IF you want that you have to be ... | |
| muscle gain diet | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: sorry to bother you. I wanted to know how I could improve my diet to gain muscle mass. I workout 3 ... A: Chris, Certain foods are complete on their own- Things like soy (tofu) and quinoa (type of grain). ... | |
| Clarification about the "2lbs a week" rule... | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help clarify some things. I myself am 27, 5' 8" and 194 lbs. I've done a lot of ... A: Joanna, The "other" rule is 10 % of your body weight in 3 months. For you that would be 20 lbs in 12 ... | |
| Starvation Mode post anorexia. Leptin? | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: I really hope you can help. I am 29 years old and have suffered from anorexia since I was twelve. At ... A: Melissa, You should be eating between 2300 and 2700 calories per day, and from what I am seeing- ... | |
| Starvation Mode post anorexia. Leptin? | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I really hope you can help. I am 29 years old and have suffered from anorexia since I was twelve. At ... A: Melissa, I wouldn't mess with Leptin supplementation- You never know what you are getting on the ... | |
| Weight lift/Lose Weight | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I am 17 years old and a senior in high school. I have played a lot of sports in high school and am ... A: Shaunee, There are 2 things you need to get to where you want to be- Time and a clean diet. As ... | |
| HIIT? | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I am a 5ft 2 inch woman & my weight is 50 kgs. I know I don’t really have weight problem but I also ... A: I would stick to HIIT for at least 6 weeks, it is effective then give yourself 6 weeks of steady ... | |
| Hello ( : | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I’m glad I’m getting the chance to contact you! My friends have told me lots about your speed and ... A: Fouad, A lot of size has to do with genetics and there isn't much to be done about that- but you can ... | |
| Dieting and boosting metabolism | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: Currently I am having some issues with keeping to a specific diet. I do know that stress is a big ... A: Nichole, I don't particularly buy into the idea that any "superfood" can make any person skinny on ... | |
| loose weight and boost metabolism | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: i am 26 year old indian woman. my weight is 125 pound and height is 5.4. i am working really hard to ... A: I do Nutritional coaching- so I don't set up meal plans, instead I help people determine the best ... | |
| MRP's | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to drop 15-20 lbs for my test next month with the police academy. I need to lose weight ... A: Alright, Tough Love Lela is up to bat. If you don't want my honest answer, just walk away now. ... | |
| loose weight and boost metabolism | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: i am 26 year old indian woman. my weight is 125 pound and height is 5.4. i am working really hard to ... A: Supriya, I don't think you are getting enough protein in your diet, which will make it hard for your ... | |
| Calorie Intake | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: low carb diet. I now have about 10 lbs to go to get to my goal weight. I exercise 6-7 times per ... A: Tanya, Yeah- we could set something up. Email me through my website. You are right, it shouldn't ... | |
| Calorie Intake | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: low carb diet. I now have about 10 lbs to go to get to my goal weight. I exercise 6-7 times per ... A: If I was your trainer I would suggest to you around 2200 till you lose the last 10 pounds then a ... | |
| Kick starting my work out | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I've been working out for about 2 months. I was 5'10 @ 156lbs. At first I wasn't loosing any weight ... A: Rebecca, Alright I'm a health nut so I can't just let this pass- but I hate a lecture so I'm going ... | |
| low imune system | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: and I have been haveing a problem with food and my body for quite a while. Ever since I was about 13 ... A: Deaudre, When you are constipated you are filled with toxins that your body would generally get rid ... | |
| Motivation tips | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I am writing about my mom. She has been overwight since I was born (15 years, approx), and would ... A: The best thing you can do is talk honestly to your Mom about her health and how happy you would be ... | |
| i need help losing weight and dieting | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I am 15 years old, i'm 5'11, and i weigh 168 pounds am i over weight? Also i do lift weights and ... A: Brandon, Right now you are at the top end of what is considered normal- but you are not over weight. ... | |
| Diet Advice | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to diet and have a healthier lifestyle. I cannot afford a gym membership and do not have ... A: Yeah...Stop it! Extreme dieting is DANGEROUS and will ultimately lead to weight gain. Guessing at ... | |
| vitamin deficiency | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: This may not be exactly in your line of expertise, but I'm seeking an answer, and hopefully you'll ... A: Patricia, You are a nurse, so you know how little we actually know about the human brain. We know ... | |
| weight loss | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I have been watching what I eat, exercising 5 days a week for the last 4 months and cant seem to ... A: Rosalind, If you are doing all of these exercises for at least 25 minutes at a time, you should be ... | |
| weight loss | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I have been watching what I eat, exercising 5 days a week for the last 4 months and cant seem to ... A: Rosalind, Exercising and eating right can mean a lot of different things- What kind of exercise are ... | |
| Calories | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I am 27 years old and I'm 5'2 and 1/2 weighing about 116-118 pounds. I'm really into fitness and get ... A: Rachel, I would up your calories to around 1650, you don't have a lot of weight to lose, so don't ... | |
| struggling!! | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I am struggling a bit to stay on track and I am getting frustrated!! I am sure I am like most people ... A: Amy, First things first, recognize how hard you have worked to get this far! You didn't go 3/4 of ... | |
| Supplement Overload | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I have high LDL bad cholesterol. To help lower that figure and my total cholesterol I have been ... A: Mike, The problem is fat soluble vitamins ( A,E,) and minerals (iron) which can make you ill. Also ... | |
| Constipation after working out | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: This is a recent problem of mine. I was working out regularly before and had no problems with it. ... A: Marie, Try drinking a little more water. It may be that your body is used to the amount of water you ... | |
| Hypothyroidism and weight loss? | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: i'm 17 years old, and about..4'10 1/2" and weigh about 100 pounds. I have hypothyroidism, and I have ... A: Alyssa, I would recommend "The Whole Truth" by Andrea Beaman ... | |
| Re: answer to your question Lela | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: here is the answer to your question. I'm 25 y/o female. I don't binge,but I eat big portions usually ... A: Daria, First, give yourself at least 6 weeks to see real results. Second,If you are putting on ... | |
| firming up | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: i just finished a detox program (dr celltox)21 days. organic fresh veg juice 3 times a day.fruit.raw ... A: If you are doing that just about every day- THAT'S TOO MUCH! You are experiencing overtraining ... | |
| just a little | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: hey :) this summer i'd like to lose a lot of fat, and gain muscle this summer, as wells as start ... A: Lynne, Goodness Girl that's a lot to ask in one question! My Best advice to you is, when you get ... | |
| Bodybuilding w/ high cholesterol | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I am 40 years old with high cholesterol and borderline high blood pressure. I lift weights and ... A: Richard, Certain Fish can be very good for people with high cholesterol. I'm thinking Salmon, ... | |
| Not getting thinner | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Female, 5'6: I've been watching my food intake (more vegetables, less pop, no seconds, etc# and ... A: You should be- that is why I suggested that bloat might be an issue. You should be eating between ... | |
| Not getting thinner | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Female, 5'6: I've been watching my food intake (more vegetables, less pop, no seconds, etc# and ... A: Bren, If you're doing mostly resistance, you're going to gain muscle. You need to be doing cardio to ... | |
| not losing weight | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: my name is katie,im 29 years old and about 130 lbs. about almost two months ago i started an ... A: That's way too few calories! That is why I told you not to aim so high with your weight loss with so ... | |
| not losing weight | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: my name is katie,im 29 years old and about 130 lbs. about almost two months ago i started an ... A: Katie, When you only have 10 pounds to lose and you are within a healthy weight, trying to lose 2 ... | |
| Motivation | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: My name is Chanel and I'm 14 years old. I am about to go to 9th grade thos year and looking to lose ... A: Chanel, Nothing I can do can give you motivation- How you feel is completely in your hands. I can ... | |
| Body Fat Percentage & Diet | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I am a 5ft 2 inch woman & my weight is 50 kgs. I know I don’t really have weight problem but I also ... A: Prerna, It sounds like you are doing pretty well. I have 2 suggestions for you- 1) Be patient with ... | |
| foods | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: what foods are the best to loose weight with, like what meats, fruits, any kind. any meathods i ... A: Krystine, If you know you have terrible eating habits- then you know that you can make them ... | |
| Binge Eating | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: I lost 25 lbs since January and I have been doing great with the diet and exercise programs from ... A: Khaled, What you are describing sounds like binge eating disorder. I would suggest that you find a ... | |
| exercise/nutrition | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I am a 35 year old mother of two. In the past, I have always maintained a healthy weight (5'5" and ... A: Michelle, Take a piece of fruit with you to the gym and eat it between your cardio and strength ... | |
| Nutrician and diet | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I really need your help. I'm a 61 year old male, 5-11", who's ballooned to 260 pounds, mainly from ... A: Nick, 1) Did you go see your doctor before making this big change? If not GO NOW. Things happen in ... | |
| boost metabolism and weight loose | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I am 25 year old women , 122 pound with 5.4 height.. i want to boost my metabolism so i can loose my ... A: Supriya, At 5'4" and 122pounds, you don't have a weight problem! You could lose 10 lbs and still be ... | |
| Will I gain weight? | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I have lost 15 pounds, been doing pretty good with my calories, but for a whole week I got awful ... A: Kim, a pound of weight is equivalent to 3500 calories- so you probably ate enough to have gained a ... | |
| How to get rid of fat | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I'm 22 years old, 147cm tall (4 foot 10) and weigh 45kg (99 pounds). My arms are really skinny and ... A: Gabrielle, The bloating issue might be a food intolerance, the most common ones being dairy and ... | |
| Weight loss has stopped | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I have hit a plateau in my weight loss, I am currently 5'7 and weight 145 pounds I am medium to ... A: Amanda This is going to sound crazy- but you need a vacation. Over the next 3 days I want you to eat ... | |
| Trying to Loose weight | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I am an 18year old female im 5'6" and 289lbs. I have been trying for a month to loose weight but i ... A: Brittanie, First you want to write down everything you eat. This will help you take honest account ... | |
| Toneing | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I am a 17 year old girl, 5'6, about 145 pounds. I have quite a gut on me, and wanted to tone it as ... A: Rose, I'm sorry but the answer is no. One, there is no such thing as spot toning. Doing crunches ... | |
| Losing weight | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I am Ankon and am 16 years of age. First of all, I don't eat as much as I used to, still due to my ... A: Ankon, When you jog, try doing what is called speed play. Find a few landmarks in your path and set ... | |
| Thin to fat and need thin again | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: Hey Melissa I'm Cassie and I'm 15, weigh 10 and a half stone, and I am about five foot 2 (and I'm a ... A: Cassie, First you have to be patient with yourself. If you are injured you are going to have to give ... | |
| thin but frustrated | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: I have always been thin and a very athletic but recently I have been gaining weight only on my hips. ... A: Mary, First the bad news, there is no such thing as spot reduction. Your body decides where it will ... | |
| Weight loss | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I have recently started exercising and eating less, and after two days of this, I do not eat as much ... A: Christina, You might just be paying more attention to actual hunger. Many times we eat out of ... | |
| Want to lose 15 pounds in a month | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: It's me again, sorry I keep writing you, I just find you to be the best one in this subject on here ... A: First off Louise 20 pounds in 6 weeks is VERY unlikely. And any Health teacher that told you that it ... | |
| problem of intense workout and weight gain | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: Hey Lela, I hope you can help me with my problem. I quit my job 2 yrs ago and as I always enjoyed ... A: Naela, When you work out you build muscle, and when you build muscle you gain weight. My suggestion ... | |
| How I loss weight? | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I'm so worried about my increasing weight and want to lose it as quickly as possible. I'm 17 years ... A: Maria, You might want to try talking to your doctor first about possible problems with your thyroid. ... | |
| muscles | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: hey there , just wanted to let you know i went to see the nurse practitioner yesterday after reading ... A: I think your going to have to talk to your doc on this one- But make sure you press her- ask ... | |
| muscles | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: hey there , just wanted to let you know i went to see the nurse practitioner yesterday after reading ... A: There are 2 major forms of D- vitamin D2 (or ergocalciferol) and vitamin D3 (or cholecalciferol). ... | |
| muscles | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: my muscles have been twitching alot and spasming ....and if i walk 10min or so for excercise the ... A: Sometimes the body doesn't absorb pill form vitamins as well as it should- That is why I suggested ... | |
| muscles | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: my muscles have been twitching alot and spasming ....and if i walk 10min or so for excercise the ... A: Mel, This could be a case of B vitamin deficiency. It would explain the loose bowels, the tingling ... | |
| Metabolism/fat burning | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have sent you questions before, I don't know if you remember or not. But, my question today is, ... A: Louise, When you radically cut back on your calorie intake your metabolism slows down- Which means ... | |
| Can protein deficiency damage kidneys? | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I've heard that during severe protein deficiency, body protein is broken down to provide protein for ... A: I couldn't find any cases of protein deficiency causing kidney failure- I know that rapid breakdown ... | |
| Question | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: how are you going? :-) I have been skinny all my life, but over the last year, I have put on 4 ... A: If you want to get back to where you were- you had better make it 30 minutes (or do some more ... | |
| Question | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: how are you going? :-) I have been skinny all my life, but over the last year, I have put on 4 ... A: Christina, The Honey is adding about 602 calories to your weekly intake- which, if it isn't burned ... | |
| trail mix | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: I want to make my own trail mix. What ingredients do you recommend? ANSWER: Well that very much ... A: Well Nuts are a good place to start. Almonds and Walnuts are high in good fats and will give you a ... | |
| 20 in 6 | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: i been on weight watchers and workout a hour a day 5 times a week for 3 months and haven't lost a ... A: Sandrise, 20 pounds is a lot of weight to lose in 6 weeks. I think that if you want to not make ... | |
| Can't Lose Weight. | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I'm 26, in 2006 gained 55lbs during my Pregnancy, have been 145 since. Would like to get back down ... A: Your cardio training sounds right on. I want you to up your weight and lower the amount of times you ... | |
| Hi | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 15 year old teen i'm a kickboxer ive been told by my coach that i am strong and have a future ... A: Fouad, If you have a fast metabolism it can be very hard to gain weight. There are a few things you ... | |
| Can't Lose Weight. | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm 26, in 2006 gained 55lbs during my Pregnancy, have been 145 since. Would like to get back down ... A: Kristen, The Depo is going to make the weight loss harder. I completely understand how much easier ... | |
| Healthy Diet | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: i am a 24 year old guy.i am 6 feet 2 inches tall. but my weight is only 60 kgs. i am a very thin ... A: Satya, For your age and height you should be eating between 2000 calories(if you don't get much ... | |
| Cant tolerate a lot of foods | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: Lela My husband has seen his doctor about this, and he has rulled out ant medical conditions. That ... A: Barb, Sorry it has taken so long to get back to you, I have had some issues with my internet ... | |
| drinking water | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: Does drinking a lot of water help you lose weight? And is it safe to do stomach crunches and ... A: Debra, First I want to apologize for the delay in answering your question. My internet provider shut ... | |
| Sugar cravings | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I CRAVE sugar (donuts, cookies, candies, etc.) I know it's bad & especially since I'm just finishing ... A: Rosemarie, In my experience sugar cravings like this are your your body crying out for minerals. ... | |
| Water | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: Why is water so important to us as humans? A: Water is important because your body is about 70% water. What do blood, spinal fluid, digestive ... | |
| Weight loss while training for 1/2 marathon? | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: I'm 21 years old, 5'2" and have gained weight over the past year, from 112 to 118. I know it isn't ... A: Shannon, The weight that you are gaining is muscle, and you will never be able to accomplish your ... | |
| weight loss | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: I am a 56 year old women. Two years ago,with the onset of menopause, I began to rapidly gain the ... A: Cut your weight training down to 3 sets of 5-6 that way you can challenge yourself more with heavier ... | |
| weight loss | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I am a 56 year old women. Two years ago,with the onset of menopause, I began to rapidly gain the ... A: Lynn, First you should go talk to your doc about your thyroid meds, it is very rare that the dosage ... | |
| Losing Weight | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm wondering why I can't lose weight no matter what I do. I've changed the way I eat and I ... A: Kim, First off I want to commend you for all your hard work. I know it is hard when you aren't ... | |
| Weekly calorie counting | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I very recently sent you a question, and now I have another one heh. Well, one time I read on some ... A: Actually I told you to aim for 1600 a day:) Yes, there will be some fluctuation in you daily diet- I ... | |
| Brewers Yeast | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: Can we take active brewers yeast internally for nutritional and medicinal uses? What about the ... A: Amany, Brewers Yeast is an excellent source of B12, which is generally only present in meat, so it ... | |
| Weight loss | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 17 year old girl, 5'6, about 160-165 pounds, and want to lose weight. First of all, how much ... A: Louise, There is a lot here, so so I don't miss anything, I'm cutting and pasting a bit. With the ... | |
| Speeding up the process to get proper body ph balance | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I am following the acid/alkaline diet, and i was wondering are there any tips for speeding the ... A: Your best bet for that particular goal is to do a week of nothing but raw veggies and juices. This ... | |
| twin eating | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: I have nine year old boy/girl twins who have been different from Day One. The boy, born at 3 lbs. 5 ... A: Mary, I would suggest giving them BOTH choices. Say, "Alright, Billy, would you rather have ... | |
| Fat stored the face | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: How do you get rid of fat in the face? I have excess fat right under the chin and I was wondering ... A: Ava, There is no way to spot reduce ( take fat away from a specific area). The only way to lose the ... | |
| ??? | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering at what point should I see a doctor about a possible medical condition when I've ... A: Katie, First in good conscience I have to point out that you are already at a healthy weight for ... | |
| Please Help | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: Typical Exercise: Tuesday through Friday I get anywhere from an hour and half to two and a half ... A: Sarah, What you are describing is classic over-training syndrome, which happens when a person ... | |
| breakfast | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: just wanted to ask something. they said breakfast is the most important meal of the day. but in my ... A: Aejae, The important thing is to eat shortly after you wake up- no matter what time that is! ... | |
| Raising my Metabolism | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I have been thin all my life and when I hit approx. 30, bang!...I developed a 'spare tyre' around my ... A: Gary, Yes, I would suggest that you probably should eat a least a little something in the evening- ... | |
| Would like to change my eating habits | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I am 21 years of age, 5'11, and 330lbs. I have always been chubby but have recently gained alot of ... A: Megan, It is good to see that you are looking for a healthy way to change your life, and getting ... | |
| Soccer Speed and nutrition | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: My name is james and i am a soccer player.I play as a wide midefielder so i need alot of speed.At ... A: James, Calories are energy for running your body, without them you can't go- like a car without gas. ... | |
| Achieving an accurate calorie intake | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: Lela, Hello! I wanted to reach out as I feel that you can accurately answer my question. ... A: Rebecca, Honestly I am not a big fan of "volume" training (doing lots of repetitions for the sake of ... | |
| acid and alkaline diets | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I hear when eating foods in right combination is a healthier way of eating and helps to maintain ... A: The basics of an alkaline diet are eating less acid forming foods - Meat, grains, dairy, nuts, ... | |
| Achieving an accurate calorie intake | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: Lela, Hello! I wanted to reach out as I feel that you can accurately answer my question. ... A: Rebecca, I am going to suggest that we meet in the middle- Try eating 1500 total calories everyday- ... | |
| Homemade Recovery Drink | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: Ms. Simon, i'm in my mid 30's (5'-9" @ 192 lbs) & wanting to get back in shape again. My ultimate ... A: JB, Congrats on the new lifestyle! It is great that you have taken a measured, even approach to ... | |
| Really need help-stuck in a major food rut! | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I had a nutrition question that has been bothering me for quite some time now. Basically I have ... A: Julia, This isn't really a food problem- and it isn't that uncommon. Boredom causes the night ... | |
| How to lose 10 lbs in one month | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: My name is David and I've been eating healthy and keeping in shape for several years. I don't eat ... A: David, There are two small issues with your diet plan as it is- Lack of protein and the amount of ... | |
| Termogenics | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I would like to boost my metabolism, can you tell me what are the best ways? And can you tell me if ... A: Okay so there are two questions here- Is ephedra safe? and Should I take Fat Attack? Ephedra (also ... | |
| Termogenics | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I would like to boost my metabolism, can you tell me what are the best ways? And can you tell me if ... A: Bruno, Given the massive marketing machine behind weight loss, I try to only site studies that are ... | |
| Termogenics | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I would like to boost my metabolism, can you tell me what are the best ways? And can you tell me if ... A: Some thermogenics are proven for short term weight loss, but you have to take a lot to see a ... | |
| need to gain wieght | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a sister inlaw who is extremely underwieght.She has just been to a dietition and they told ... A: Marie, I had the same problem and what worked for me was weight lifting- Challenging, relatively ... | |
| Reshaping your body | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: Hey Lela! I am a 23 year old female and am a professional dancer in a contemporary jazz company. So ... A: The good news is, if you keep up doing what you are doing- assuming you aren't eating junk every ... | |
| night time eating | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: I tend to eat A LOT at nighttime. It is when I am most active, so when I get most hungy. I heard ... A: Karen, Generally speaking calories are calories and it doesn't actually matter what time you eat ... | |
| weight loss | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I am a 31 year old female who is trying to lose weight in a healthy way and I am trying to make sure ... A: I'm not sure this question was meant for me, but I'll answer it anyway. :) Heather, I would up ... | |
| help please | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I'm 15,I'm really overweight,and I have to dreams. I want to become an Athletic Trainer and a Pro ... A: Charity, The first thing you need to do is talk to your parents- get them on your side. Tell them ... | |
| working out but not losing weight | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: after my second child I was a bit overweight and with a lot of time at the gym and restricting my ... A: Aimmee, Basically, you have taken it too far, and your body is rebelling. To keep your metabolism ... | |
| help me plz | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: also i go to sleep around 5am and wake up around 3pm is that stopping me from losing weight ANSWER: ... A: Of the people who lost drastic weight in short periods- How many actually KEPT it off? Losing a lot ... | |
| help me plz | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: also i go to sleep around 5am and wake up around 3pm is that stopping me from losing weight A: Erica, 30 lbs in 3 months is too high a goal- you are setting yourself up for failure- yes if you ... | |
| 35 in 3 months | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: i;ve been trying to lose 35 pounds by june 25 my family reunion but nothing really seems to be ... A: Sade, It isn't what else you can do, but how you can improve on what you are already doing! Write ... | |
| weight gain | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: Im really having a hard time gaining weight. I am so disappointed everytime i look at the mirror and ... A: My advice is going to sound really strange, but since you have probably tried all the "logical" ... | |
| Messed Up Metabolism | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I just recently turned 18. I'm 5'4'' and 152 lbs. In the summer I gained a ton of weight, and when ... A: I not going to lie, you will probably gain a little a first- but if you add real weigh bearing ... | |
| Messed Up Metabolism | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I just recently turned 18. I'm 5'4'' and 152 lbs. In the summer I gained a ton of weight, and when ... A: Your experience with experimenting with anorexia is not uncommon- The breakouts are caused by toxins ... | |
| honey | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: i'm lean by nature...........(55 kg - age 25) i'm using honey nowadays....... if i continue taking ... A: Any time you add a food to your daily diet you run the risk of going over your ideal calorie level ... | |
| Overwhelmed with information. | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I have read some of your recent posts and seen the "Tough Love Lela" and I think I am in need of ... A: Kate, I have found that every body is different and that it takes a bit of controlled ... | |
| Overwhelmed with information. | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I have read some of your recent posts and seen the "Tough Love Lela" and I think I am in need of ... A: Cravings are usually a sign that your body isn't getting something it needs- So it may be that you ... | |
| Carb addict | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a degree in nutrition, but I have warped taste buds! I crave and eat an excess of carbs ... A: Jenny, I'm sorry if I offended, but you are in a very bad health situation and while I could sit ... | |
| healthh / weight loss | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: i'd like to lose from 10-15 pounds in 1-2 months ... right now i am 14 years old, 125 pounds, and ... A: Jessica, There is a lot going on here, so I will do my best to cover everything. The safest goal ... | |
| Why am I not losing weight? | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I am a 17 year old girl, about 165-170 pounds, 5"6. For a year now, I have been "dieting" I started ... A: Kaye, It is time for tough love Lela to come out. In your question i see a lot of excuses and a lot ... | |
| Meat Cravings | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I am writing to you because something really strange is going on. I was a pescatarian for over 4 ... A: Michelle, Your body may be trying to tell you something. You might be low on B vitamins, or iron- ... | |
| Loosing fat with a fast metabolism | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a very fast metabolism. I was tested at Jenny Craig with the breath analyzer, and my ... A: Well knowing what your Basal Metabolic Rate is is great, do you know how many calories you eat in a ... | |
| healthy weight loss | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I have lost 90 lbs over the last 4 years by eating healthy (South Beach diet) and making healthy ... A: This is common when people start to exercise, don't panic! You are probably just building a little ... | |
| not loosing weight | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I had a baby 4 months ago and a month and a half ago I began my weight loss routine. It includes, a ... A: Too much, too soon, too hard. 1000 calories a day is less than your natural Basal Metabolic Rate- ... | |
| A new diet plan | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I would like to eat healthy because I've recently discovered that the body and mind work together. ... A: Julian, You could probably use more grounding foods in your life. Meat is very grounding, so if you ... | |
| eating to maintain or increase metabolism | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I am 36 years old and weigh 16 stone 2 pounds. I have been heavier. My weight has yo yo'd since my ... A: With PCOS and Hypothyroidism, you should probably be on a low carb diet- Now I don't say this ... | |
| nutrition advice | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I am 19 years old and would like to know if you can please give me advice on my eating habits. I ... A: It looks okay except for a few things- One- working out 2 hours everyday probably isn't in your best ... | |
| Nutrition | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: Your question was I am 21 years old guy. I basically feel tired and exhausted very fast. Very ... A: Vinay, From what you have said I think that increasing the amount of iron in your diet would be ... | |
| Weight Loss & Getting Psyched Up To Eat Healthy | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I'm getting myself geared up to attempt, yet again, to drop some weight. I'm 5'6" and weigh around ... A: My best advice is to find a program, and stick with it. I have my program on my website, but there ... | |
| supplement | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: i was advised by a friend to take cla30000 omega 3 500 omega 6 1000 ala 500 a l cartine 500 as ... A: First, no supplement will make you lose weight on its own- It requires a balanced, healthy diet and ... | |
| Weight Loss & Exercise | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: If I'm on a 1200 calorie per day diet which is what I need in order to loose 2 pound per week & I ... A: You should be able to, assuming that there isn't a metabolic issue at play. But don't trust your ... | |
| Cereal | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: I am 5'6" tall and weigh around 140 pounds. I have tried many strict diet plans, and none please me. ... A: Jenny, I would worry about you not getting enough protein with a cereal based diet- but if you did 2 ... | |
| 40 pounds in 4 months | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: hi im a 21 year old female and i was wondering how can i lose 40 pounds by my sister's wedding which ... A: Generally speaking you can lose about 2 lbs per week which, from today, would put you at losing 34 ... | |
| exercise time | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to lose 10 - 15 lbs (I've lost 10 so far) and have been working out on the elliptical ... A: Wendy, Yes, but I would suggest that if you are doing 10 minute bursts, that you do intervals!Warm ... | |
| sweet tooth is out of control | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: I understand that refined sugar can increase my chances of getting cancer. I have had a sweet tooth ... A: Your best bet is to try to slowly wean yourself off the "hard stuff". I personally had a chocolate ... | |
| weight | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: should i lower calorie intake even more. and for example today i burned 735 calorie today out of ... A: Not necessarily. See your body has a certain number of calories that it needs just to function- this ... | |
| self sabotage symptoms | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm 32, 5'3 and 190 lbs. My BMI is 33 and I'm overweight. Recently I started a lifestyle change ... A: You might be having a blood sugar issue. Your best bet is to go to the doctor and have it checked ... | |
| weight | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: i weigh 267 pounds my resources are work out tapes i need food advice i would like to weight 195 ... A: You need to be doing at least 1 hour of activity per day. I suggest that you get out a walk as much ... | |
| weight lose problem | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: . i am 25 year old married indian woman.. i have pcos.. i am on birthcontrol pills and ... A: PCOS tends to respond well to a low carb diet, so though you have what would generally be considered ... | |
| weight issues | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: Good morning! Background: I'm 5'2 and about 118 pounds give or take 2 either way. I'm 21 and busy ... A: First- Say it with me- You are not(even a little) overweight. TO maintain your weight you should be ... | |
| Vegan Protein Complements? | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: I am not bodybuilding and not trying to lose weight. I just have a simple question about getting ... A: This seems like a simple question, but it is actually pretty complex. See, unlike people, not all ... | |
| soy protein or whey?? | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: Im an 18 year old male who is starting BACK at the gym.. Basically, ive been told by my ... A: Theo, There are benefits to the complete dairy that you may not want to give up, like calcium and ... | |
| tuna and salmon | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: Simon, I am a 17 year old boy is 5'6" and weighs 133 pounds. I lift weights for about half an ... A: The issue with tuna and salmon is mercury,a toxic heavy metal found in polluted water, which can ... | |
| soy protein or whey?? | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: Im an 18 year old male who is starting BACK at the gym.. Basically, ive been told by my ... A: Theo, If you have a sensitivity to dairy (which I am assuming, since your doc told you to cut back) ... | |
| diet | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: I'm 34 yrs female. height 162 cms and weight 71kgs. I need to reduce my weight upto 11 kgs. Since ... A: Uma, You should be taking in around 1300 calories per day to help you lose weight. To find out the ... | |
| Sports Nutrition | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I need help. Is there any website or book that state based on people weight and height and sport ... A: As far as finding a sport that suits you, trial and error are the best ways, or just looking at your ... | |
| food/endurance combo | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I always hear that eating breakfast helps to keep you in shape. True or false? I sometimes eat ... A: Eating breakfast is an absolute MUST for a healthy diet! You can prepack some fruit and nuts to take ... | |
| metabolism | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I have heard that the following foods can increase metabolism and aide in weight loss. I was hoping ... A: Coffee- Contains caffeine which temporarily stimulates the metabolism (about .5% or about 10 ... | |
| wieght loss | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: i work third shift, and my job is very hard on my body. my meal times are all backwards. i eat a ... A: The best answer for you is to become like a squirrel. Have small pre-portioned snacks available at ... | |
| *-* Diet Plan *-* | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I need to lose a large percentage of my body fat. Last time I got it checked it was at 21%, this ... A: If you aren't exercising Protein shakes are worthless to you. That extra 200 calories (calories ... | |
| *-* Diet Plan *-* | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I need to lose a large percentage of my body fat. Last time I got it checked it was at 21%, this ... A: I don't know you well enough to know what would be good for you and what would not, but- Protein ... | |
| fat loss | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I am 21 yrs old, 6ft tall, about 185. Id say im fit and i lift pretty heavy 3-4 times a week w/ ... A: Getting drunk would slow you down considerably. Alcohol in large amounts can change the way your ... | |
| fat loss | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I am 21 yrs old, 6ft tall, about 185. Id say im fit and i lift pretty heavy 3-4 times a week w/ ... A: If you go with chicken and toast you will be lacking essential fats and the glycogen you need to ... | |
| fat loss | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I am 21 yrs old, 6ft tall, about 185. Id say im fit and i lift pretty heavy 3-4 times a week w/ ... A: What you are looking to do is to go on a body-builders diet, the basics of which are... Skinless ... | |
| hypothyroidism | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: I am a breast cancer survivor of 4 years. Three years ago, I was diagnosed with severe ... A: Thyroid issues can be very tricky. I suggest that you read the book "The Whole Truth" by Andrea ... | |
| Cravings - eating right | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm 29, and all of my life I have been able to eat all that my eyes desired. For the past 4 years I ... A: I know exactly where you are at, for a long time I COULD NOT feel full unless I ate something sweet. ... | |
| Great diet/exercise but ZERO results | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: Wondering if you could please help me, thanks in advance for your time. I'm 25, 5'6'' 142lbs and eat ... A: Well first things first- Make an appointment to go see your doctor. There are many medical issues ... | |
| not fat but got the belly forever | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a great wuestion. I a 19 year old male my height is 5'11 and I weight 174 pounds. I used to ... A: Who ever told you to lift was 100% correct. You need to build some muscle to help boost your ... | |
| Last 10 lbs | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I have been working out and eating right for the past 2 yrs and have lost about 30 lbs. This last ... A: I think that the extra help you should look for is from your doctor. Losing your period is a sign, ... | |
| weight loss | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I am 5'3" and 170 lb female. I have been going to the gym since September of last year. I go 3 to 5 ... A: If the carbs and fats were higher than recommended, you may not be getting enough protein to feed ... | |
| Natural hickory smoke flavor | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: Do you know if 'Natural Hickory Smoke Flavor' has any animal products in it? I am a Vegan. Thank ... A: Matt, I don't think that there is any animal products in Natural Hickory Smoke Flavor-The one brand ... | |
| nutrition and exercise | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I workout for 60-120 minutes around 9am. My workout consists of cardio with a bit of toning. I am ... A: There could be any number of reasons, and if you adjust and it continues, you should see a doctor. ... | |
| nutrition and exercise | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I workout for 60-120 minutes around 9am. My workout consists of cardio with a bit of toning. I am ... A: Before you workout eat something light and easy to digest- like a smoothie or eggs. Nothing with a ... | |
| weight | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: i am only 20 years old and i am obese. i weigh 185 pounds and am only 5'5". i would say 50% of my ... A: Your best bet is to get active. Going out and doing something physical will not only burn calories, ... | |
| Losing these last 28 pounds | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I have been on a very personal weight loss journey for almost exactly one year. When I began, I was ... A: You are absolutely right about not cutting back on your food intake any more than you have- it would ... | |
| Muscle Gain/Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I'm pretty upset about this. I'm 5'5 and 175 lbs. (If you check the bmi thing, that's pretty ... A: We are all built differently and to stuff every person into the very narrow box of "average" is ... | |
| Muscle Gain/Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I'm pretty upset about this. I'm 5'5 and 175 lbs. (If you check the bmi thing, that's pretty ... A: Tegan, are you happy with your rippedness? If you are (without this doctors influence) Then my ... | |
| Opinion about USN diet fuel? | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: What is your honest opinion about stuff like USN diet fuel? I'm perfectly aware that there is no ... A: The only issue with any of the MANY "meal replacement" diets is that it is a band-aid for a broken ... | |
| nutrition | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: Im a junior in high school and I play football and wrestling. I am a bit of a heavy weight but I am ... A: As far as I can tell, getting randomly hungry is part of being a teenager! You are growing and your ... | |
| Waxy Maize question | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: Have you heard of Waxy Maize Starch? I have been lifting weights for almost 3 years and wonder if ... A: Roberto, To be honest, I am not a big supplement taker- I think that most people can get what they ... | |
| grr legs | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: well im 5'6" weighing about 130 lbs i wouldnt say that im fat i actually love my body i have except ... A: Eating a lot of processed carbs isn't good for you, but bread doesn't have a special "straight to ... | |
| grr legs | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: well im 5'6" weighing about 130 lbs i wouldnt say that im fat i actually love my body i have except ... A: Well I've got good news and I've got bad news- You love half of your body- which means you are ... | |
| The Right Amount of Calories? | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a question about how many calories I should have in a day. I'm currently in college, ... A: I would say that during the week your caloric needs are probably higher than 3500- I would lean more ... | |
| will an excessive intake of fruits lead to weight gain? | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: i've been eating alot of fruits lately, almost as if i'm on a fruit binge. i've realized that i ... A: Well, the USDA asks for 5 a day, but recommends 9 servings of fruits and veggies a day, so I ... | |
| Lose weight | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I don't have a big problem-I weight 61 kgs, or 135 pounds, and I am 5 4', and 28 years of age. I ... A: Well I can give you some general advice, but when I take on a client and make a plan for them, I sit ... | |
| increasing calorie intake & metabolism | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: some background info: i'm 17, 1.56m tall and currently 45kg. that puts my BMI at 18.4. i've been ... A: If you are aware of your BMI, you know that you are at the very edge of what is considered healthy ... | |
| water vs. flavored water | 12/26/2008 |
| Q: I was just wondering if no calorie flavored water did the same thing for weight-loss as regular tap ... A: There is significant evidence that shows that no calorie sweeteners can actually cause weight gain. ... | |
| caffene effects on fat cells | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: I was told by a friend of mine that his doctor told him that the caffeine in diet drinks (Diet ... A: The theory here is that caffeine creates an insulin response and that your body does not burn fat ... | |
| gaining weight | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I have been trying to gain weight for a while.I have been eating as much healthy high caloree food ... A: John, You aren't eating enough! Also, 8-10 is standard reps in my opinion- Low reps would be 4-6 and ... | |
| gaining weight | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I have been trying to gain weight for a while.I have been eating as much healthy high caloree food ... A: Actually, I know exactly where you're coming from- 5 years ago I weighed 125 lbs ( I'm 5'10") Now I ... | |
| Drinking water | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I am a female of 18 years old. I drink about half a liter of water a day. when I drink the ... A: The extreme urge to urinate will pass, if you let it. See, your body needs a certain amount of water ... | |
| nutrients right for aerobic exercise | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know which nutrients would help me to do more aerobic exercise with less fatigue. A: Well, this is a bit vague because I don't know what you are eating right now, so I cannot judge what ... | |
| Weight loss | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a question about losing weight. I am a 16 year old girl, soon to be 17, I'm about 170 ... A: First I will start by saying to be kind to yourself- there is a lot going on in your body right now ... | |
| calories | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: if you eat too many calories in one day can you burn the excess ones the next day before going into ... A: Yes and No. You can burn calories from the past- that is how people lose weight that they have been ... | |
| belly fat | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: I'm a female of 18 years old. I suffer from belly fat inspite of the fact that I am slim. Even when ... A: Sounds like you and your body are under a lot of stress. Stressful situations in life and ... | |
| starvation mode | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: If i gradually reduce my calorie intake, wont i reach a point where I will be at starvation mode? ... A: Eating considerably less (more than 250 calories less) than your current basal metabolic rate will ... | |
| calories | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: if you eat too many calories in one day can you burn the excess ones the next day before going into ... A: Mandy, The real danger to your metabolism is constantly yo-yoing between eating too many calories ... | |
| complete nutrition | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I'm 25 almost 26 and about 4 months ago I started preparing my own food and completely stopped the ... A: My suggestion with figuring out whether you have a balanced diet or not is for you to go to ... | |
| Blood Sugar | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I am wheat intolerant but follow what I consider to be a very balanced diet. This is usually ... A: This does sound like a sugar issue. Hypoglycemia- a strong insulin reaction- could cause a quick ... | |
| Losing weight everywhere but belly | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I would like a bit of advice regarding my weight loss problems. I am 24 years old, 5"3 and weigh ... A: First off I would suggest a food journal. Try writing down everything that goes into your mouth for ... | |
| diet | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: ive been on a diet for a few weeks now,after i was told i have fatty liver.and high lipid levels. ... A: Have some patience with yourself. I'll bet that for most of your 26 years it wasn't all Tae-Bo and ... | |
| dieting/ metabolism | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: I am a 36 year old female weighting 233 pounds (too much I know) I have history of yo yo dieting. I ... A: Both low thyroid production and PCOS tend to depress the metabolism and make weight loss more ... | |
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Lela Simon
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I can answer questions about eating to boost the metabolism and how to work with cravings. As a Health Counselor and a Personal Trainer I can help you line up your eating habits with your exercise for the perfect storm of wellness. I look at nutrition from the view point of Positive Eating as opposed to Dieting. I can help people with eating to fuel workouts as well.
Experience
I have been working to help people lose weight and be more healthy since 2003. I started as a Group Fitness Instructor and have added Personal Training and Health Counseling to my practice. I also work with people online at http://www.LelaSImonWellness.com
Education/Credentials
ACE Personal Trainer certified
IIN Health Counselor certified
Columbia University Health Counselor Certified
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