| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Diet program | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I am a 16 years old girl,and I am really unhappy with my shape and how my outfits look on me. I ...
A: I know of no diet program where you could lose that amount of weight in that little time. The ...
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| Weight Loss - My Daughter 2 | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I was browsing through some of your past answers and this question- ...
A: No Allora, she did not tell me what diet she was on. Most people who start a weight loss program, ...
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| Weight loss - My Daughter | 11/18/2009 |
Q: my daughter has a big problem. She is about 8-10kg overweight and is very unhappy about it. She has ...
A: A new study just came out and the conclusion was that overweight kids are overweight due to the food ...
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| Weight Loss | 11/6/2009 |
Q: How do I know how many calories to eat per day? I weight 135 pounds and I am 5'4. I have already ...
A: Continue to eat what you have been eating, because it works for you. Your weight loss should begin ...
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| I can't lose weight! | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I am a 14-year-old girl with a height of about 5 feet 4 inches and I weigh 140 pounds. I have extra ...
A: You are not doing anything wrong. I would calculate your daily calories to make sure you are eating ...
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| Eating after Exercise | 10/26/2009 |
Q: I would like to ask you: Is it true that eating right after exercising will slow down or halt ...
A: Eating after exercise, in my opinion will not slow down the effect of exercise on the body. Exercise ...
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| weight loss help please | 10/25/2009 |
Q: My name is Michelle and I just turned 18 years old . I would really appreciate it if you can please ...
A: Entire books are written on the subject of diet and exercise, so to give you your meals in detail ...
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| college | 10/20/2009 |
Q: i want to lose 20 pounds by the time i leave i was thinking about joining weight watchers and ...
A: I think Weight Watchers is a great program and since you are an adult, it should work well for you. ...
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| How can I reach my goal? | 10/16/2009 |
Q: Laura. I'm Madison. I'm 16, 5'4, and I weigh around 180. My huge goal right now is to lose about 40 ...
A: You really need a plan to follow so you won't go back to old habits. To lose weight, you must ...
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| weight loss and weight lifting | 10/15/2009 |
Q: I need to lose fat, and to do this i'm willing to run 30 min. every day, and i'm currently also ...
A: The food you eat every three hours should average about 300 calories each meal. If you try to eat ...
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| Weight loss drinks | 10/12/2009 |
Q: Do you know any names of drinks that make you feel full so you don't eat as much? Or maybe drinks ...
A: Slimfast is a meal replacement drink and because it has lower calories than most meals, you will ...
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| Family Nutrition | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I recently changed my diet and lifestyle due to high cholesterol. My wife and I exercise regularly ...
A: Congratulations on your lifestyle change. Basic nutrition facts can be found anywhere. One really ...
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| Whey protein | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I have two questions 1)I go to gym everyday. I take normal protein shake with soya powder added. ...
A: I have not heard about any studies that show whey is a dangerous supplement to take. Perhaps you ...
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| Whey protein | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I have two questions 1)I go to gym everyday. I take normal protein shake with soya powder added. ...
A: What you drink is personal preference, it should not matter that much. Protein is protein and most ...
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| losing weight- Impact on muscles | 9/16/2009 |
Q: I’ve decided to lose weight for basketball in order to improve my speed, quickness, and such, but I ...
A: When you diet to lose weight, there is no guarantee that some of your muscles won't be burned as ...
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| losing weight- Impact on muscles | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I’ve decided to lose weight for basketball in order to improve my speed, quickness, and such, but I ...
A: When you work your muscles with weight lifting and exercise, you break down the muscle. The end ...
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| Vitamin D? | 9/7/2009 |
Q: Laura I spend a lot of time researching obesity. I am a chubby guy in spite of not being a big eater ...
A: First, the study with vitamin D and weight loss is not conclusive and more studies are needed. A lot ...
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| Homecoming | 9/7/2009 |
Q: Basketball homecoming is in December I think. I'm not overweight. I'm about 130 lbs, female, 15. ...
A: Jenn, you might still be growing and maturing, so you may never fit into the dress. You can't shrink ...
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| i am fat!! | 8/29/2009 |
Q: i am 13 years old and i weight 316 pounds well probley more now. i love to eat i eat all the time ...
A: It would be very hard to lose weight on your own. Your weight puts you under the category of ...
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| Should i lose weight? | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I'm a 5'7" 15 y.o. girl, and over the past month ive gained about ten pounds (from 126 to 137). ...
A: You are not overweight, but if those extra pounds are bugging you, then exercise and watch your ...
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| Should i lose weight? | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I'm a 5'7" 15 y.o. girl, and over the past month ive gained about ten pounds (from 126 to 137). ...
A: At age fifteen, it is not unhealthy to gain 10 pounds, your body is still maturing and may possibly ...
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| sturbn wt | 8/18/2009 |
Q: nothing works i mean i try doing gym diet for a while n just cant loose any wt im really in ...
A: You need to figure out why you gained this weight in the first place, then change those habits. I ...
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| Losing Weight in H.S. | 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: I wish I had a magic pep talk to make you lose weight but you said it yourself "I make poor food ...
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| nutrition | 8/6/2009 |
Q: What are the percentages of protein, carbs, and fat that you should have daily?
A: There is no exact answer because all persons throughout life, have a need for the same nutrients, ...
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| Slim down | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I would really like to slim down mt thighs so I can find bottoms easier. My waist and stomach are ...
A: You can't change your genetics. If your thighs are big because of your bone structure and muscle ...
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| I'm 200 pounds | 7/25/2009 |
Q: My name is Peter. I am 13 years old, and weigh 200 lbs. I try to lose weight, but I don't know a ...
A: I cannot give you an entire diet plan by e-mail, but I can give you the basics on how to lose ...
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| Lose fat, build muscle. | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I recently was going to play football for my high school team, and in the process, I wanted to play ...
A: I can't give you an entire diet plan via e-mail, but you can visit slimkids.com and see their free ...
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| teen | 7/15/2009 |
Q: heymy height is 5ft 7 and i weigh 80 kilos?? what should i do..i realy want a good figure because im ...
A: The easiest way to lose weight is to exercise, exercise, exercise. Strive for one hour of walking ...
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| weight | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I'm 17 years old. i am 5'7" and i weigh about 125 to 130. im a little flabby like in the love-handle ...
A: You are at a normal weight for your height, so don't lose weight just exercise. Side crunches and ...
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| i dont know what to do! | 6/25/2009 |
Q: I am 14 years old, going to be 15 in October, and i wanna lose 20 lbs or more. I am 5 feet tall ...
A: Kelly, to lose weight you have to force your body to burn stored fat for energy. To burn stored fat ...
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| overweight teen | 6/14/2009 |
Q: Laura, I am 17 and 312 pounds and i'm 5'6 it is very hard for my to lose weight because I have no ...
A: Let's try to accept the fact that you and only you are responsible for the food you eat and the ...
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| Fat loss | 6/10/2009 |
Q: I'm 15 years old. I recently was going to play football for my high school team. And to put on ...
A: Now that I know your weight and I've charted it on the height and weight growth charts, a weight of ...
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| Fat loss | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I'm 15 years old. I recently was going to play football for my high school team. And to put on ...
A: Don't try to lose weight quickly, lose it slowly. Your football coach should help you with your ...
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| 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: Life changing events like marriage, the birth of a baby, and going away to college can also change ...
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| is my son over weight? | 5/27/2009 |
Q: My nine year old stands 59 1/2 tall and weighs 102lbs is overweight? and if so how do I go about ...
A: Your son is over the 100 percentile for his height and weight. He is a big kid, but his weight ...
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| a little girl's weight | 5/18/2009 |
Q: She told me yesterday she looks pregnant. I took her to the Dr. and he said she doesn't need many ...
A: Many 8 year olds have lost weight with a combination of healthy eating and daily exercise, so it is ...
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| daughter | 5/18/2009 |
Q: HOw many calories should a 7 year old girl get in a day? How many calories are good to keep her at ...
A: Calories for growth vary depending on exercise, metabolism, body type, etc. The average recommended ...
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| 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: Continue the weight watchers, that program will work if you follow it as written. They have people ...
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| Keep Gaining Weight | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I am 14 years old, 190 pounds, 5' and somewhere between 5" and 6" tall. In September of last year, ...
A: You know how to lose weight, you have done it before. Stick with what works. Losing 8 pounds per ...
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| eating habits | 5/11/2009 |
Q: Starting this year, I have noticed that i began to over eat more than usual. I am a sophomore in ...
A: you are in charge of what you eat and the food you choose. You have to make a conscious decision ...
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| weight | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I've been on a diet for a week and i have lost 7 pounds and i was just wondering if there was a way ...
A: you cannot spot reduce weight. Your body loses weight all in the same places. Your breasts have a ...
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| hi | 5/4/2009 |
Q: is there a way i can lose 15 pounds in 6 weeks
A: Losing 15 pounds in 6 weeks might be a hard task to achieve. Instead strive to lose 12 pounds in 6 ...
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| how to lose weight | 5/1/2009 |
Q: How do I lose weight in a healthy way with hurting myself phisically?
A: To lose weight in a healthy way you need to eat a healthy diet that contains foods from all the food ...
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| obesity epidemic | 4/29/2009 |
Q: 1 ) How do you think american culture affects our current problems with obesity?2) Is the fast food ...
A: I think the problem with obesity stems from a lack of activity and a change in food choices over the ...
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| help | 4/14/2009 |
Q: i dont think im eating enough for example today i ate a bowl of oatmeal and 2 slice of turkey bacon ...
A: I think you should try to eat about 1500 calories per day. Read all food labels and keep a total. ...
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| 30 pounds | 4/13/2009 |
Q: ANSWER: Dear Jazmine. Trying to lose 2.5 pounds per week will be nearly impossible unless you have ...
A: If you are not losing weight doing that amount of exercise, then you are either eating too many ...
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| Losing weight for a teen | 4/12/2009 |
Q: i am a 14 year old teen, and i really want to lose fat. Mostly thigh fat. What exersizes can I do ...
A: You can't just reduce fat in your thigh area, but you can tone the muscles in your thigh area with ...
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| Teen Meals | 4/9/2009 |
Q: My 17 year old daughter has hyperinsulin and POCS. She has become at least 50 pounds overweight ...
A: I can give you suggestions, but ultimately it's up to your 17 year old daughter to change her own ...
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| 30 pounds | 4/6/2009 |
Q: hi i was wondering whats a good way i could lose 30 pounds by the end of june
A: Trying to lose 2.5 pounds per week will be nearly impossible unless you have a personal trainer to ...
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| How to lose 10 lbs in one month | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I really don't intend to be muscular, just lean. But if I follow your instructions to the letter, ...
A: I can't really be sure, you have to keep track of your weight and adjust your intake accordingly. ...
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| College nutrition and bad food ruts | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I am 19 and am living on campus at college rite now. I consider myself fairly healthy but I have ...
A: Your diet is essentially a healthy one, with foods from all the food groups. To stop your current ...
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| 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: It sounds like you have a plan. Your diet consists of lot's of fruit and vegetables, but little ...
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| Toning Down | 3/28/2009 |
Q: I'm 17, 5'4'', and weigh about 135 pounds. Up until last year I had been very active and healthy, ...
A: I think by just increasing your exercise like you are doing, the last 10 pounds should be burned ...
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| weight loss for 16 year old | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I'm 16 years old and I'm 5'7" and 220 lbs. I really need to get more fit and healthy. I hate how my ...
A: To lose weight you will have to change your diet and exercise everyday. A daily walk of at least 30 ...
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| female weight loss | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I'm 15 and weigh 53kg. i want to lose weight healthily with a few advice from you
A: Are you sure you have weight to lose? 53 KG is not a very heavy weight for a 15 year old teenager. ...
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| My genes and weightloss | 3/17/2009 |
Q: i want to tone my tummy, and have tried EVERYTHING (Excluding ridiculous pills and accelerators, I ...
A: You are doing everything you possible can to stay slim, keep it up! The obesity gene found in about ...
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| Am I eating enough? | 3/16/2009 |
Q: I am 15, 5'3" and weigh 130 pounds I eat about 1300 calories a day. I have lost weight( about 25 ...
A: It's very hard to get your recommended amount of nutrients eating only 1300 calories per day, plus ...
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| 35 in 3 months | 3/16/2009 |
Q: i;ve been trying to lose 35 pounds by june 25 my family reunion but nothing really seems to be ...
A: If you can afford Weight Watchers, then go for it. They have a point system that actually calculates ...
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| 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: I don't think your sleeping habit will limit your weight loss. To lose 30 pounds in three months or ...
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| 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: Your exercise routine is fine, your calories at only 900 per day seem too low. You need to eat food ...
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| my daughters weight | 3/15/2009 |
Q: ... my question is i have a 12 year old daughter who has lost about 15 lbs though better eating and ...
A: My suggestion would be to figure out on average what amount of calories are being consumed on a ...
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| 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: Calories do count and the type of food you eat is important. Strive for 1500 calories per day and ...
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| help! | 3/12/2009 |
Q: Ok so im 19 yrs old 5'7 241lbs I was planning on entering the Army this summer but I have to be at ...
A: Losing 61 pounds by summer time is in my opinion, impossible. It is extremely hard to lose just 8 ...
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| calorie intake | 3/11/2009 |
Q: okay my sister is obese and is very serious about losing weight! so im doin some research for her to ...
A: Hopefully your sister has been seen by her doctor and tested for thyroid disease. If she is healthy, ...
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| weight | 3/3/2009 |
Q: hi my name is zach im 15 im very tall 6'1 i weigh 267poundes ive started working out but i need some ...
A: Keep working out and try to follow a 1800 calorie per day diet. Dairy free is OK, but you need ...
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| Why am I not losing weight? | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I am a 17 year old girl, 5"6, about 170 pounds, not super big boned, but a somewhat bigger frame. ...
A: I think you are eating too many carbohydrate foods to lose weight. Some overweight people are very ...
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| cereal | 2/28/2009 |
Q: My grandson likes to eat nothing but cereal. I think if you would let him get by with it he actually ...
A: Cereal tastes great, gives a great sugar and carbohydrate high, and there is an endless supply. Why ...
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| 40 pounds in 4 months | 2/23/2009 |
Q: ANSWER: Dear Melissa, To lose 10 pounds per month, or 2.5 pounds per week, can be an achievable ...
A: When you eat a food, you look up how many calories are in it and you write that down. Example an ...
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| 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: To lose 10 pounds per month, or 2.5 pounds per week, can be an achievable goal. You will have to eat ...
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| dont like fruit or veg | 2/22/2009 |
Q: I am 22 years old and I work in fast food 5 days a week which comes with a free meal. I recently ...
A: I can't really offer you solutions to how you can change your taste for foods, as you are in charge ...
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| normal weight? | 2/21/2009 |
Q: Hey im 16 and weigh 60 kilos and im a size 10 (uk) is 60 kg normal, i seem to have big thighs, ...
A: What your normal weight should be depends on how tall you are and your body type. At 132 pounds and ...
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| weight | 2/20/2009 |
Q: should i lower calorie intake even more. and for example today i burned 735 calorie today out of ...
A: You should lose weight eating 1500 calories per day especially if you are exercising. No, you ...
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| I'm Fat | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I'm 12 years old. weigh at 125 pounds. I'm starting to diet because I am fat. No way to tell me I'm ...
A: You are within 1O pounds of what you should weigh, so just try to increase your exercise to lose ...
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| Hey, I have several questions about what my diet as a gymnast shoud be. | 2/14/2009 |
Q: First let me say I am 15 years old. I just started gymnastics for the first time ever in November. ...
A: Everybody eats different food and has different likes, so there is no diet to give you. You will ...
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| Hey, I have several questions about what my diet as a gymnast shoud be. | 2/14/2009 |
Q: First let me say I am 15 years old. I just started gymnastics for the first time ever in November. ...
A: What you should weigh depends on how tall you are. Let your doctor decide on a healthy weight for ...
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| Coffee | 2/11/2009 |
Q: Laura In researching the causes of my own current obesity which I have suffered from since late ...
A: Interesting theory. I think the key is sugar drinks mixed with caffeine, not just caffeine drinks. ...
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| 40 by june | 2/10/2009 |
Q: 20 weeks
A: Losing 40 pounds in 20 weeks, is a reachable goal if you plan ahead and start now. You will have to ...
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| Carbs At Night | 2/10/2009 |
Q: Ok, i'm about to ask a question i'm sure i'm not the only one who wants a answer for...What do you ...
A: Carbohydrates are one of the three essential nutrients and not all foods have carbohydrates in them. ...
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| Weight loss | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I am a 17 year old male, about 6'2 210 lbs. I want to lose weight and gain a little bit of muscle. ...
A: Whey protein is a good protein supplement as it is low in carbohydrates and high in protein. To grow ...
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| childrens health | 2/6/2009 |
Q: my 10yr old son is 4ft 4inchs he weighs 8 stones and is very big for his age, he cannot stop eating, ...
A: Your son has learned some bad eating habits, one of them is eating when he is bored or not hungry. ...
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| teenage weight | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 13 year old daughter, who is 5 ft. 8 in. tall. She weighs 210 at the moment. She is ...
A: Your daughter is over the 100 percentile for her height, so she is tall for her age. According to ...
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| calories | 1/24/2009 |
Q: Kraemer, I am a 17 year old boy who is 5'6" and weighs 130 pounds. I have been going to the ...
A: To gain muscle mass, you have to eat foods that muscles are made of like tuna, chicken, egg whites, ...
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| teenager on weight watchers | 1/21/2009 |
Q: My daughter is a student and started weight watchers on-line 3 weeks ago. She has had intermitent ...
A: Dietary migraines and headaches can be the result of food allergies or intolerance, also the ...
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| Battling obesity 4 years | 1/20/2009 |
Q: Hi I was never an obessed child. It started after graduation of High school and I have a thyroid ...
A: Accept the fact that you will have to increase your activity level to lose weight. A treadmill can ...
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| What can I do about my body? | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I'm 17 years old and I'm not exactly living a healthy lifestyle. I'm 5'1/2" and I weigh around 120. ...
A: Genetics play a huge role in how you are shaped; unfortunately you can't change your height or your ...
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| Loose skin | 1/9/2009 |
Q: i am 16 years old and have a problem with loose skin. The story goes, in 2006 i weighed 110kg's, it ...
A: Skin is made to stretch, so give it time, you are young. You can firm and grow your muscles under ...
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| Too Big? | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I'm 15, 5'9'' and weigh 196 pounds. Is this obese? Or am i just overweight? My BMI Is around 30, so ...
A: Technically a BMI of thirty is considered obese, but it's really up to your doctor to make that ...
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| Teen weight loss | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I'm 15, 5 ft 7 in, and I weigh about 177 pounds. People tell me I'm proportional because of my ...
A: Foods to eat are the foods from the healthy food triangle. Fruits, vegetables, lean meats, fish, ...
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| 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: If you are slim then perhaps your belly is not fat, but just soft. If your abdominal muscles and ...
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| weight loss / muscle mass | 12/10/2008 |
Q: i'm 13 years old 5foot 3 and i way 125 pounds!! i am also a dancer and my legs are all muscle ...
A: Muscle does weigh more than fat, but pound for pound, it takes up less space. It's very hard to spot ...
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| Loosing weight | 12/8/2008 |
Q: i am a girl (16), 5'6" and over weight. thats what the doctors say anyway. I last was 260 lbs. ...
A: Regarding your parathyroid gland, you really need to ask your doctor about that. To lose weight, get ...
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| diet and exercise tips for 16 year old | 11/19/2008 |
Q: heyyyy! i am sixteen, i'm really short for my age ( 4'11) and i weigh about 130lb's. i'm ...
A: Whatever you are doing, keep it up, you are doing a great job! To burn more calories, you could ...
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| healthy weight loss | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I've recently come to the realization that I am an emotional and sometimes binge eater. I'm working ...
A: If you carry all your weight in your midsection, then even a 10 pound weight loss will be ...
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| 40 | 11/12/2008 |
Q: i tried everything and nothing work I've tried weight watchers, best life, and slim fast. lately i ...
A: To lose weight you should combine diet and exercise. If your diet remains steady and you do 10,000 ...
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| weight loss for a 12 year old | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I am wanting to lose some weight and i want to know how! what foods should i eat and everything and ...
A: Let's start with the basics of weight loss; healthy diet and daily exercise. To lose weight you ...
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| Muscle weight gain? | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I am 15 year old, 5'3" , 110 pounds. I tried High intensity interval training (HIIT) last week, ...
A: Working your muscles like you are doing will cause the muscles to retain some fluid and rebuild ...
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| Weight gain | 10/15/2008 |
Q: Is Ensure plus a good source to gain weight? I need to gain weight and I know excerise and eating ...
A: You don't say why you need to gain weight. If you have an eating disorder, then you should be under ...
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| Protein bars and children | 10/9/2008 |
Q: My 10 year-old son just finished with youth tackle football and wants to weight lift with myself to ...
A: I would say if the protein bar doesn't contain herbal metabolic enhancers or weight loss ...
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| calorie | 8/21/2008 |
Q: I currently use this as an ingredient in my baking. The nutrition facts on the product are listed ...
A: This Oat Fiber is insoluble, meaning the body allows it to pass through without digesting it. The ...
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| Weight Loss Trouble | 8/21/2008 |
Q: .. I'd like a few questions answered about my health and how to go about losing weight. I'm 5 ft, 4 ...
A: Slim Quik is a supplement targeted for women and is not recommended for growing and still maturing ...
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| Broccoli, weight & cholesterol | 8/19/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me if the head of the broccoli or the stalk is more healthy? Also, can you tell me ...
A: The flower part of the broccoli is supposed to have more beta carotene. I'm sure the stalks probably ...
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| weight loss | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I excercise for atleast two hours daily, and eat less than 1000 calories a day but I'm still a ...
A: You are following a very low calorie diet and you should be under the supervision of a doctor when ...
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| help | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I am 13 year old girl and I am not fat but I guess I am kinda out of shape. I love to play ...
A: Go out and do what you like to do, like playing basketball. Try to do some activity or at least walk ...
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| weightloss | 8/7/2008 |
Q: over the past 6 months my eating habits has taken a turn for the worst. i begin eating alot of junk ...
A: I would suggest eating about 1500 calories per day instead of only 1200. If you try to eat only 1200 ...
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| how to deal with my belly | 7/28/2008 |
Q: im 27,180 cm,75 kgs.im quite thin. but i see my growing belly within last year which made me ...
A: There are artificial sweeteners on the market as a replacement for sugar. Nutra-Sweet is one, as is ...
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| Overwait | 7/28/2008 |
Q: How much food can i eat on the diet?
A: How much food you can eat to lose weight, really depends on you, your size, your age, and the amount ...
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| how to deal with my belly | 7/27/2008 |
Q: im 27,180 cm,75 kgs.im quite thin. but i see my growing belly within last year which made me ...
A: If your belly size is due to fat, then changing your diet should help. If your belly size is due to ...
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| LOOSE WEIGHT | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I AM 32 YEAR OLD FEMALE WITH A WIGHT OF 155LBS A WORK OUT OF AND ON ABOUT 3 TIMES A WEEK I AM ...
A: Losing 2 pounds per week is healthy. You should continue your work-outs three times a week and add a ...
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| question | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I need to inquire about 2 different issues; I hope you can help me: My first question is about ...
A: I know nothing about acupuncture, so I can't help you with that. In regards to protein powders, I ...
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| thenewme | 7/12/2008 |
Q: also weight the healthy weight for me.
A: I urge you to stick with the program you have joined. Most people don't give it enough time and go ...
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| HELP! | 7/5/2008 |
Q: i am going to new york in 2 weeks and i want to look nice with my bikini on the beach. for the past ...
A: Two weeks is not a lot of time but start today by eating healthy foods like fruit, vegetables, lean ...
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| nutrition | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I a sophomore in college and i workout 6 days a weeks run/cardio 2-3 days and abs 3 days. Also walk ...
A: Over all your diet looks OK, you might want to add more protein and cut out the fried beans. Try to ...
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| Weight loss and weight lifting | 6/30/2008 |
Q: i'm 19, 6'0 and currently weigh 245 lbs. I am really unhappy with the way my body is right now so i ...
A: If your goal is to build muscle and look muscular, then eat your protein at every meal, lift weights ...
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| breakfast | 6/20/2008 |
Q: “They” say to eat breakfast to be /stay healthy. However “they” never say what is considered ...
A: Any food can be breakfast and the time you eat should be about when when you wake up. The theory is ...
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| weight loss power VS protine powder | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I am slightly over weight(20-30 pounds) and am wondering should I drink weight loss shakes or ...
A: I like protein shakes better. Get the highest quality you can afford and replace one meal with the ...
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| Weight loss and exercising | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I'm a 16 year old girl and I'm 220 lbs. I play soccer and I also throw for my track team. I was ...
A: To lose weight you will have to count calories. Write down everything you eat in a day and check ...
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| dairy products | 6/13/2008 |
Q: i am 40 y.o. married with 2 kids ,and i would like 2 ask about dairy products, is it true ,that ...
A: Dairy products are considered healthy when eaten. Dairy products are a good source of protein and ...
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| Passing on my obsession | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I am a 33 yr old mother of 2, I have always been obsessed with my weight as I am the only one in my ...
A: Your son has the genes to become obese, so if he watches what he eats and exercises daily now, he ...
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| I feel sick! | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I know you specialize in kids and teens, neither of which I am. But I was hoping you could help me ...
A: If it was your thyroid, I don't think you would have lost the weight. Having three small children is ...
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| I feel sick! | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I know you specialize in kids and teens, neither of which I am. But I was hoping you could help me ...
A: Were the blood tests normal? I personally think you are losing weight too quickly especially after ...
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| 30 lb. weight loss | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I am 14 years old and I want to loose about 30 pounds, hopefully before this september. It isn't ...
A: Zoe, Try walking every day for 30 minutes and try to follow a healthy eating program that contains ...
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| hahahaha94 | 5/27/2008 |
Q: Kraemer, thanks for your time. Over the summer (approx. 3 months), I would like to lose this extra ...
A: You are at a normal weight for your 5.4 height so why would you want to lose 20 pounds? Being a ...
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| Metabolism | 5/25/2008 |
Q: I've been experiencing strange eating habits. I am nearing 19, I'm 5'4" and weigh 110 lbs (BMI is ...
A: I think if you are worried you should see your doctor and get some blood work. Eating a high protein ...
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| Shifting calories diet | 5/19/2008 |
Q: Would you recommend this diet? http://SampleDiets.CalorieShiftingDiet.info Thank you very much :)
A: That diet appears to be a high protein, high fat, lower carb and lower calorie diet. There is no way ...
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| weight loss for a teen | 5/16/2008 |
Q: Hey! How are you? I'm wondering if you can give me some advice how to lose around 30 pounds? I'm 15 ...
A: You should already be losing weight at 1000 calories per day. If not and if you have been eating ...
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| Weight loss & muscle gain | 5/8/2008 |
Q: Hey, I am 16 and very active. I play both lacrosse and football and have been lifitng and doing ...
A: Creatine is an amino acid supplement and whey protein of course, is a great protein source that can ...
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| potatoes | 5/6/2008 |
Q: Are plain boiled potatoes ok for a healthy diet (2 potatoes daily)? I'm trying to phase of white ...
A: You don't say why you are trying to phase out bread and pasta, but potatoes are very similar in carb ...
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| Don't Know How to Deit | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I'm 12 years old and I'm a gymnast. I've been doing gymnastics for quite a long time now and a lot ...
A: First off at your age, it's up to your doctor to decide what you should weigh and if you need to ...
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| stuck | 5/4/2008 |
Q: for the past month or so i have stopped drinking all soda, eating most bread, or eating any kind of ...
A: You are at a normal weight now, and yes you may have been lighter when you were 13 or 14 years old, ...
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| need to lose weight!!! | 5/3/2008 |
Q: okay well im 16 years old, 6'1 and about 210lbs. im mostly concerened about my chest and core. i ...
A: There are many parts to your arm, doing curls will increase the size of your biceps, but it will not ...
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| healthy meals? | 4/27/2008 |
Q: Im a 15 years old teen girl, at 115 pounds and 5'4 height. Let me just start off by saying, I DO NOT ...
A: You seem to have a lot of issues with eating, but if they are not really issues as you say, then ...
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| I have a few questions | 4/21/2008 |
Q: my name's Khayla. I'm 14 years old, weigh 210 lbs, and I have a few questions about nutrition and ...
A: If you suffer from JRA, you should be asking your doctor about vitamin supplements, don't try to ...
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| weight gain | 4/21/2008 |
Q: i'm Abhishek.I'm 21 years of age.I am 5'10 and weigh 150 pounds.Around 5 years back i was very ...
A: To gain weight in the form of muscle, you will have to lift weights and really work out so your body ...
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| carbs | 4/19/2008 |
Q: what do you have to do on the low carbs diet
A: Low carb or no carb diet limits bread, rice, fruit juice, sugar, cookies, crackers, pasta, noodles. ...
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| daughter and maintaining her weight | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me some advice about helping my 10 year old maintain her weight. ...
A: Exercises that target the stomach area will not work to reduce fat in that area, they will only tone ...
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| daughter and maintaining her weight | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me some advice about helping my 10 year old maintain her weight. ...
A: Try to figure out what has changed in the last two years. Is she exercising less, spending more time ...
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| I'm just curious | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I was just wondering, I used to have a big enough butt that looked good to me and for my body size. ...
A: Everybody is different, so there is no exact right answer. If your butt was muscular and you lost it ...
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| 40 | 3/29/2008 |
Q: ANSWER: Tiffany, You can lose on average 20 pounds by the first of July or maybe 26 pounds by the ...
A: If you eat only 800 calories per day, you will risk lowering your resting metabolism making it ...
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| 40 | 3/26/2008 |
Q: hi i was wondering whats a good way i ca lose 40=50 pounds by july 1? if 40 is too much whats a ...
A: Tiffany, You can lose on average 20 pounds by the first of July or maybe 26 pounds by the end of ...
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| lose weight. | 3/25/2008 |
Q: I'm 15 and I weigh 90kg and I'm only 5'3! I am going to Japan next march and I would like to get ...
A: To lose weight, you will have to change some habits. To change some habits you will have to be ...
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| teen/male weight loss | 3/25/2008 |
Q: i am 16 years old. male. and i am about 5 foot 11, and weight around 225. i have my senior class ...
A: Any apple or orange is a good choice, also just get bread that says "whole grain", if you can afford ...
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| Weight Loss Question | 3/24/2008 |
Q: How are you doing? I'm wondering what I can do to lose weight successfully long-term, naturally for ...
A: First, there are no vitamins or minerals that will change your body composition. Relacore is ...
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| teen/male weight loss | 3/23/2008 |
Q: i am 16 years old. male. and i am about 5 foot 11, and weight around 225. i have my senior class ...
A: You have only given yourself about 6-7 weeks to lose weight. You can probably get down to about 205 ...
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| too skinny | 3/20/2008 |
Q: My 17 yr. old son is about5'10'' and weighs about 120lbs. He is a healthy eater. I don't suspect ...
A: You should do a calorie count for a week. Have him write down everything he eats and drinks and ...
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| weight loss | 3/18/2008 |
Q: hey, im 15 yrs old, weigh around 78kg and am about 5'4. I live in Australia and i was wondering if ...
A: You might want to go to the Optifast website and ask them directly, but I don't think any meal ...
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| Partially hydrogenated oils | 3/16/2008 |
Q: I just wanted to know if foods containing partially hydrogenated oils, mono-diglicerides and wheat ...
A: Trans fats and mono-diglycerides can be unhealthy because they are produced in a factory by the ...
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| Legs and Thighs | 3/15/2008 |
Q: How do you loose fat in the legs and thigh areas?
A: You cannot just lose fat in your hips and thighs. On a weight reduction diet, your body will slowly ...
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| 18 yr old male wt loss | 3/15/2008 |
Q: Please help me with my son. He use to play Lacrosse for the first three years of high school and ...
A: Your son should do a total calorie count to see on average what total amount of calories he is ...
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| raising a child without processed foods | 3/7/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are expecting our first child in August.We have both been trying very hard to ...
A: You have over 1 1/2 years before your unborn child will even start solid foods. This gives you ...
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| loseing weight over the march break | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I am 15 years old, i weigh 157 lbs and my daily in-take is around 2500 calories. I was wondering how ...
A: Melyssa, To start with, try eating about 1700 calories per day. You have to exercise everyday to ...
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| march break weight loss | 3/6/2008 |
Q: Im 15, im 5'10", 156lbs, and approximately 30% body fat. March break begins tomorro for me and i ...
A: To lose about two pounds per week, try to eat around 1700-1800 calories per day and walk the ...
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| 13-Year-Old Won't Eat Breakfast | 3/5/2008 |
Q: My 13-year-old daughter is very athletic (field hockey, track) and she is starting a conditioning ...
A: First ask her doctor what her normal weight should be. On average a 5 ft person should weigh about ...
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| What is happening to me? | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I changed my lifestyle around Christmas, deciding that I really wanted to be healthy. So I began ...
A: The average recommended calorie intake for a maturing 15 year old teenage girl of normal weight is ...
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| Healthy Food | 2/28/2008 |
Q: If you're trying to lose weight, what do you eat? Am I supposed to eat what the food guide pyramid ...
A: You are confusing a healthy food diet with a weight control diet. A healthy food diet contains foods ...
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| The best body fat monitor for home use | 2/27/2008 |
Q: What is the most accurate device in your experience that I can buy to use during a diet?
A: According to the National Institutes of Health website, no trial data exist to indicate that one ...
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| Gymnast-Diet | 2/20/2008 |
Q: Hey Laura, my name's Samie, im an 18 year old gymnast. Im 5'3" and 118ish pounds. I have several ...
A: All in all your diet looks healthy and depending on your soup, you are probably eating at least ...
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| wedding | 2/16/2008 |
Q: also i work at target and i where a pedometer to work and it said i did 9,543 step and my short 5 ...
A: You might be able to lose 30 pounds by June 26th, but not 40-50 pounds. To lose weight, you will ...
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| calories | 2/14/2008 |
Q: I read that each pound requires 12 calories to maintain its weight. therefore at 190lbs x 12 = 2280 ...
A: Salt or sodium chloride is needed by the body to help maintain fluid status. The human body only ...
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| calories | 2/14/2008 |
Q: I read that each pound requires 12 calories to maintain its weight. therefore at 190lbs x 12 = 2280 ...
A: What you read is an average equation for an average person who is at rest. The body as a whole goes ...
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| Schedule fit for dieting | 2/13/2008 |
Q: I want to try either one of these diet plans (Special K diet/Slimfast Optima diet). The problem I ...
A: It's the total calories per day that count, not exactly when you eat them. It's not a great idea to ...
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| Weight | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I am 54 years old, 5'3" and weigh 117. My partner wants me to lose weight; and this has become a ...
A: You are at a normal weight for your height so tell him to pick on someone else. Stick up for ...
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| Track&Field Diet | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I am 16 years old, a junior in high school and i run sprinting events in track&field. Ive been a ...
A: If you do any kind of cleansing diet, or fasting, you will lose your hard earned muscle. Muscle is ...
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| gluten free diet | 2/9/2008 |
Q: My 12 yr old daughter was diagnosed with Celiac a few years ago. We have had a very difficult time ...
A: I don't really see a question for me to answer. If it what can you do to make it easier, then I ...
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| New diet | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I am trying a diet as follows Breakfast - Bagel / Baguette / Pita bread - Turkey breast (lots) ...
A: Sounds like a healthy diet hitting all the food groups. Give it a try for a few months and see if it ...
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| weight | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I am 14-years-old I am 5'3 and weigh 110. I feel really fat. All my friends tell me I am not but I ...
A: You are not fat, you are at a normal weight for your height and you should not weigh 100 pounds, so ...
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| Counting Calories? | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I'm a 20 year old college girl. I attend the local community college and work about 30 hours a week ...
A: The average recommended calorie intake for your age group is anywhere from 1800 to 2200 calories per ...
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| Confused | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I'm 15 and I weigh 115 pounds and that's fine and all I think...But recently I've noticed I'm not as ...
A: If you are exercising a lot and do not eat the proper food to rebuild your muscles after exercise, ...
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| weight | 2/1/2008 |
Q: hey laura. i am a 25 year old college student studying to get my RN degree. as you an RN know during ...
A: Calories count! Keep track and try to eat 1800-2000 calories per day. Higher protein foods like ...
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| calories per day | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I'm 19, 5'9, and about 165 pounds. I've always been active, but have become less active since I ...
A: You have to stimulate your metabolism by eating more and exercising more. Give your body some time ...
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| calories per day | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I'm 19, 5'9, and about 165 pounds. I've always been active, but have become less active since I ...
A: You can't change your genetic makeup, so you will always be heavier on the bottom. Muscle is heavy, ...
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| How many calories? | 1/29/2008 |
Q: i am almost 19 and i need to lose some weight. I am about 6'0 but i way are 255lbs. I plan on ...
A: I would have you start at 1800 calories per day (all healthy foods of course). If you are working ...
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| wight gain and vitamins | 1/29/2008 |
Q: I would like information with regards to vitamins along with my food which could help me put on ...
A: Unfortunately their are no vitamins that will help you gain weight. Vitamins are essential nutrients ...
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| Calorie Intake | 1/29/2008 |
Q: I'm 42 years old, my height is 5 ft. 2 in., I weigh 130, and I exercise (cardio & strength train) ...
A: Average caloric needs, are just that; average numbers assigned to a person depending on their height ...
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| Need to loose about 10 pounds | 1/27/2008 |
Q: She wants to loose about 10 pounds to make gymnastics a little easier for her, so how can i help her ...
A: If your daughter is indeed overweight (you don't mention a height and weight) then she should ...
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| weight | 1/24/2008 |
Q: are there things that i can cut back on (like small things) through the day that people might ...
A: Jakii, You don't give me your age, sex, or current weight, just your height, so I'm going to give ...
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| strugling weight losser | 1/23/2008 |
Q: Laura i am a 17 year old male who plays football and also active in weight lifting. I was never a ...
A: Now that football is over, try to find a sport you can participate in like track or wrestling. You ...
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| Women and Protein Drinks | 1/21/2008 |
Q: My mother has always been a health and fitness nut and she advised me to replace one or two meals a ...
A: If you are lifting weights, you need good quality protein to rebuild those muscles. If you drink ...
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| thinning hair, stress, binge eating, etc. help? | 1/21/2008 |
Q: kraemer, i'm a fourteen year old girl, but my previously thick and wavy hair is thinning, and it ...
A: It sounds like an allergic reaction to your shampoo, but I'm not a doctor, so make an appointment ...
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| 17 y/o male | 1/20/2008 |
Q: first off I want to thank you for taking the time to help me out! I am a 17 year old guy, 5'7", 165 ...
A: If you plan on gaining muscle, then don't worry about your total weight. Muscle tissue is heavier ...
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| wight | 1/20/2008 |
Q: im 17 and male i work but doesnt envolve alot of excersise and i wieght about 9 stone and i am ...
A: To gain weight, you have to eat more calories then you are used to eating. Try doubling your ...
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| how can i loose weight | 1/19/2008 |
Q: hi how can i loose weight because i weigh 183 pounds
A: The easiest way to lose weight is to walk at least 30 minutes per day, everyday. Just walking can ...
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| Losing 5 pounds in 3 weeks | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I am a 15 year old guy and I weigh 130 pounds. And I am around 5'7 Most of my weight is muscle. I ...
A: Brandon, You are already under or at a normal weight for your height, so I don't think you should ...
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| weight | 1/13/2008 |
Q: my son is 5" 12 ht and 77 kgs. does this mean he is overweight.
A: The height you provided: 5"12 ht. is not a valid number that I know of, so I can't answer your ...
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| CARBS | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I'M 32YRS 5'8 AND MY WEIGHT IS 180 POUNDS. CAN YOU TELL ME WHAT IS MY CARBOHYDRATE INTAKE?
A: There is no Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for carbohydrates, but a general guideline is that ...
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| Weight loss | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I really want to lose weight. for my look. I was really close to being anerexic because of this ...
A: In my opinion, you are already at a normal weight for your height and should not lose any weight. If ...
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| Not Eating Enough?!? | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I am a 19 year old college male. I'm 5'9", 135 lbs. Pretty slender for a guy my age. Almost all ...
A: I guess you can train your body to do anything you want it to do, just find a trainer who ...
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| 70 | 1/8/2008 |
Q: P.S i don't have a way to the gym so how else can i work out and will i have saggy skin.
A: Losing 70 pounds in 6 months is not a realistic goal, especially if you have no gym to go to. Forty ...
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| Help for fast weight loss? | 1/6/2008 |
Q: My brother is getting married in March and I need to lose 25 pounds till then. I know it`s not that ...
A: Twenty five pounds in two and 1/2 months is a lot of weight to lose in that amount of time. If your ...
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| overweight child | 1/4/2008 |
Q: How do you determine how many calories an overweight child needs on a daily basis? I see many ...
A: There are no exact numbers only guidelines. The caloric requirements for a normal weight 4-6 year ...
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| weight loss | 1/3/2008 |
Q: i want to lose weight am a 16 years old teen my bmi level was 35.6 am 5'11 255. I play football and ...
A: Lifting weights and a muscular frame will increase your BMI, so it is not always an accurate tool. ...
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| 2 year old eats only bread and hot dogs | 12/31/2007 |
Q: my 2 yr old son went from eating chicken, lamb chops, veal, etc. to eating only hot dogs and carbs. ...
A: The developmental stage your toddler is going through right now is characterized by independence and ...
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| Which is Right? | 12/19/2007 |
Q: You might remember me. I wanted to lose 5-15lbs., at 100lbs, 5"1'. I do have issues with builmia, ...
A: You should weigh, on average, 105 pounds to 115 pounds. Muscle mass and bone structure are different ...
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| need to gain weight!! | 12/17/2007 |
Q: i'm 17, just under 7 stone and about 5ft 1in. i think i am underweight, and i find it really hard to ...
A: You are underweight, you should weigh about 105 pounds to 107 pounds at 5ft 1 inch. To gain weight ...
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| face thinning | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I'm 12 and i want to make my face thinner cos i have a round face with chubby cheeks, my weight is ...
A: At age 12, you can't really change the look of your face. Genetics play a big role in how you look, ...
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| Would This Kill Me? | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I'm 17 years old, 5"1', a little more than 100 lbs. I want to lose 5-15 lbs. Actually, I want to ...
A: You are already at a below normal weight for your height, so I have to encourage you not to lose any ...
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| nursing | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I am a nursing student right now. I also love nutrition. How would you recommend combining the two ...
A: If you want to work specifically with meal planning, nutrition, health and disease, I suggest a ...
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| I want to loose the rest of my weight | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I am a 15 yr. old girl and I weigh roughly 160lbs. I would really like to loose 40lbs and be able ...
A: You are very active, so losing weight should be a breeze provided you exercise daily and eat ...
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| Please help. | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I'll start off with some basics, and you can ask anything else that you may need to know to help ...
A: You can't really spot reduce fat in anyone area. Your body reduces fat slowly all over. So, if you ...
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| 16 at 5'5" 240lbs Help me! | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I am 16 yrs old 5'5" and 240lbs. Why can't I lose any weight? I have been on a diet lately and I ...
A: Let's get down to basics of how to lose weight. The basics are diet and exercise. You are doing the ...
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| 65 | 12/7/2007 |
Q: 65 pounds by then i weigh 204 and i am 5'4 how can i do it. also i don't understand why i gain so ...
A: If you are eating only 1000 calories per day, you have a slow metabolism. Reasons your metabolism ...
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| white rice-reg | 11/29/2007 |
Q: Why isn't white rice considered healthy by nutritionists? In my part of the world, most people eat ...
A: White rice is a filler/carbohydrate food that when eaten in excess can cause fat to be stored. Rice ...
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| Picky picky | 11/21/2007 |
Q: My name is Raeanne and I'm 19. Since I was a kid I've always been a picky eater and well I'm ...
A: I'm not against store bought foods, so if you find a frozen meal that contains all the food groups, ...
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| What weight should I be and, what can i do to lose about 30-40 lbs | 11/15/2007 |
Q: my name is Ashley, i am 5'6", 15 years old, and i weigh 176 pounds i think....actually i know I'm ...
A: An average weight for a girl your height would be about 150 pounds. Weight depends on muscle mass ...
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| creatine | 11/8/2007 |
Q: i was wondering what your opinion is on creatine monohydrate. i take a spoonful after my workout ...
A: You do not mention your age. If you are over 18, then creatine can help you achieve bigger muscles ...
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| weight loss contest rules ? | 10/28/2007 |
Q: My wife and I are in a weight loss contest, not unlike the TV show, the Biggest Looser. She wants ...
A: I think the weight loss percentage measure is the fair way to measure weight loss. You and your wife ...
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| Weight Management and calorie intake | 10/27/2007 |
Q: I just recently was diagnosed with an eating disorder. Over the past year, I had restricted my ...
A: You need to listen to the dietician who has calculated your caloric needs instead of decreasing your ...
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| Will eating this smoothie twice a day add weight? | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I make a smoothie that contains the following and am concerned about the sugar: 1 banana less than ...
A: The smoothie probably has about 200-250 calories per shake. Your body will have to burn off those ...
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| wheat allergy | 10/20/2007 |
Q: IM RISHABH, AGE 15 FROM INDIA.................... I HAVE WHEAT ALLERGY............WHEN I EAT MUCH ...
A: I am assuming your doctor has tested you for a wheat allergy and it came up positive. Your doctor ...
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| is this for real? | 10/16/2007 |
Q: I stumbled across these two products: Shirataki noodles ...
A: I looked at the first website and those noodles are described as: "shirataki are translucent and ...
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| Body Fat | 10/15/2007 |
Q: At the moment, my waistline is about 33 inches. I'm 13 and am 5 foot 4. I'm not actually overweight ...
A: You are within a healthy weight for your 5.4 frame. If you can pinch a lot of skin around your belly ...
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| Body Fat | 10/14/2007 |
Q: At the moment, my waistline is about 33 inches. I'm 13 and am 5 foot 4. I'm not actually overweight ...
A: You can't change your body type, but you can build muscle to fill out those areas. Lifting weights ...
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| no veggie dieting | 10/14/2007 |
Q: i don't like raw veggies. i like cucumbers and pickles. other than that i only eat SOME cooked ...
A: Eat as many vegetables as you can stomach. Eat three fruits per day, lean meats, whole grain ...
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| Carb Question | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I was reading the back of a New Curve's cereal, and it showed 41 carbs, 6 diet fiber and then 32 ...
A: All carbs become sugars when digested by the body. So those "other carbs" are the ones that are ...
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| overweight 9 year old boy | 9/21/2007 |
Q: My son has been gaining weight steadily for the last 18 months. He was always on the small side, a ...
A: It sounds like your son has a sweet tooth. To eat cereal from the box means he is eating to taste ...
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| hi | 9/20/2007 |
Q: i'm losing more weight and i'n starting to see my muscles starting to protrude rather than the lumpy ...
A: I think you should continue what you are doing and not do a thing. You are right, your chin fat is ...
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| Picky eater | 9/20/2007 |
Q: Laura, Thank you for your time. I have a nine year old son who is the pickiest eater in the world. ...
A: You really can't change him if you are offering the foods he likes as a substitution for the other ...
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| Breakfast Nutrition | 9/15/2007 |
Q: Recently I've had a problem with breakfast. I used to be hungry in the morning after my shower and ...
A: Your question is how do I eat when I'm not hungry? I do it all the time. Just eat a food that tastes ...
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| need some advice | 9/15/2007 |
Q: ok im 17 and last time i weighted i was like 284 nd i wanna get to 170 or less im 6,1 and i dont ...
A: Your body will lose weight all over, not just in the top or bottom. To lose 100 pounds you are ...
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| 60 | 9/5/2007 |
Q: also i 20 years old now and i wanted to know if i lost 60 will i have loose skin?"
A: Tasha, The way to lose weight is by diet and exercise. Walk thirty minutes every day and follow a ...
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| I want To Lose weight! Please Help | 9/4/2007 |
Q: Hey im amy im 17 fixin to be 18! I think im fat i mean i have a belly and thick thighs but im not a ...
A: If you saw your doc, why didn't you get a eating plan from him/her, or a dietician consult? Doctors ...
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| proper 'healthy' diet | 8/27/2007 |
Q: . 5'8 and 104 lbs,I look extremely skinny and unhealthy unlike others of my age.my face looks all ...
A: Tanmay, That is beyond the scope of a simple e-mail. You can try the website: muscle and fitness.com ...
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| proper 'healthy' diet | 8/26/2007 |
Q: . 5'8 and 104 lbs,I look extremely skinny and unhealthy unlike others of my age.my face looks all ...
A: When you 'work out" you actually break down muscle fibers. These muscle fibers want to rebuild ...
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| Weight Loss | 8/22/2007 |
Q: My Name is Jenn and I'm 21. I started loosing weight a year ago and at first I was really happy. But ...
A: I'm not a doctor and I can't answer the specific question about the long term effects of not having ...
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| plese help me! | 8/14/2007 |
Q: i need some help im 12 and i weigh 115 pounds!how can i loose some weight to slim down 4 school ...
A: You are only 115 pounds, are you sure you need to lose weight? For health reasons regardless if you ...
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| abdominal muscle and man boobs | 8/11/2007 |
Q: i am 5'11 and 175. i am actually pretty athletic. i can run a mile in 6 min and 20 seconds and i ...
A: When working your abs, try just 50 crunches once a day. It will only take you a few minutes to do 50 ...
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| teenager weight loss | 8/8/2007 |
Q: My son is 17 years old and recently has lost about 45lbs. He can't seem to lose in his lower belly ...
A: If he still has some weight to lose, then he will eventually see results as the last pounds are ...
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| How to loose weight when your a kid? | 8/6/2007 |
Q: How does a 10 year old loose weight???
A: A ten year old must always seek the help of a doctor and a parent to find out what the actual ...
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| 70 | 8/3/2007 |
Q: hi i was wondering i am 5'4 and i weigh 210 what's in the idea weight for me i was thinking 70-75 ...
A: If you are in your twenties or you are a teenager, loose skin should not be a problem, especially if ...
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| weights | 8/1/2007 |
Q: How often do professional althletes excerise as i would like to compare my excersise schedule to ...
A: I am not a professional athlete, so I really don't know what they do for exercise. I'm sure it ...
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| child wont eat | 7/25/2007 |
Q: my daughter is 3 and a half and last week stayed with her nan my mum and was eating a bit of chicken ...
A: I would first make sure physically she is OK with a trip to the doctor. She might have a sore ...
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| Help | 7/23/2007 |
Q: .. So its beginning of summer and i Have about 8 weeks before school starts and i really wanted to ...
A: You could possibly lose about 2 pounds per week or about 16 pounds in 8 weeks if you start today. ...
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| weight loss | 7/23/2007 |
Q: 5'3" and weigh about 116 lb. I swim competitively everyday for 1.5 hours. I run on the treadmill and ...
A: You are not considered overweight by the height and weight charts, so I don't suggest you lose any ...
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| Choice of sugar | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I was hoping you could help me. I am trying to revamp the way my family eats and figuring out how to ...
A: Isn't the Yoplait a six ounce container and the others eight ounce containers? Check ounce for ...
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| fitness | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I can not do exercises such as running and jogging and i cant do a lot of walking either because i ...
A: This is a question for your Orthopedic doctor, the doctor who takes care of your displaced hip. Your ...
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| Getting a flat stomach | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I'm 18, 5' 4" and 150 pounds, Most of my fat that I have issues with is concentrated around my ...
A: Genetics plays a role where you store your extra fat. You store it in the belly area. The only thing ...
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| 21 | 7/9/2007 |
Q: hi i am 20 years old and i weigh 208 pounds and i want to get down to 145 by my 21 birthday party in ...
A: you can easily lose 60 pounds in 11 months, but it will take motivation, perseverance and patience. ...
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| i have to lose weight | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I have 13 years. i weight 53 kilos and 150 cm lenght, I am a bit fat at my thighs an groins , and i ...
A: I think at your age, your skin should shrink right back to the way it was, the marks are probably ...
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| how to lose weight | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I am almost 13, and i have 61 kilos and 149 cm height. I am fat at my belly and my thighs. I dont ...
A: I would start with a daily walk of at least 30 minutes-everyday. This will help you burn calories to ...
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| 3 year old who won't eat | 7/5/2007 |
Q: My 3 year old has gotten progressivly pickier over the last year and a half with food. The doctor ...
A: First I understand how picky eaters are a challenge to parental patience, but remember this is a ...
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| My weight | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I'm 13 years old and I'm 5"5 and weigh 126 lbs. My weight usually shifts from 123 to 128. I was ...
A: Don't go on a diet, you are at a normal weight for your height. You can walk daily for thirty ...
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| water weight? | 7/2/2007 |
Q: tell if you're retaining water? the reason of this is because well is a really loooong story well a ...
A: Your body is 60-70 percent water. This water flows in and out of your bloodstream, in tissues, and ...
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| losing 20 lbs | 7/1/2007 |
Q: more so my belly fat. what and if I can is the best way to do this? is it possible to loss more ...
A: I would start with a more achievable goal of ten pounds in 6 weeks. To do this, you will have to ...
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| trying to lose a few pounds | 6/26/2007 |
Q: I'm 17 years old, 5'1" and 105 lbs. I was always really skinny compared to others at my high school, ...
A: At 105 pounds, the things you are not happy with are not from excess fat. They are probably from ...
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| energized feeling | 6/22/2007 |
Q: The only thing that wakes me up and makes me feel completely energized in the morning and never ...
A: Sounds like you need the protein to help you along in the morning. Carbohydrate foods like cereal, ...
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| keep sugar levels steady | 6/22/2007 |
Q: I have this proclivity too eat triple, maybe quadruple, the serving size of ice cream(serving ...
A: There is really nothing you can do, that your body isn't already trying to do, which is stabilizing ...
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| keep sugar levels steady | 6/22/2007 |
Q: I have this proclivity too eat triple, maybe quadruple, the serving size of ice cream(serving ...
A: Proteins and fats are the foods that stabilize the blood sugar and do not cause the blood sugar ...
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| calories | 6/20/2007 |
Q: why is it worse to get my calories through fat than carbs? I always thought the reason was bec it ...
A: Matt, all foods bought in the US must have a dietary label. The dietary label states calories from ...
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| Please Help | 6/20/2007 |
Q: I am a personel trainer and was a Master Fitness Trainer in the military. I married my wife and she ...
A: I would try her on a high protein diet like the Atkins induction program (Atkins.com) for a few ...
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| calories | 6/19/2007 |
Q: why is it worse to get my calories through fat than carbs? I always thought the reason was bec it ...
A: Fat and protein are essential to health. Carbs are too, but carbs can be made in the body using ...
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| calories | 6/18/2007 |
Q: How many calories should a 17 year old, 5 foot 6 , light exerciser have to maintain his weight? If ...
A: it is difficult to determine the exact caloric needs of a teenager because of a teenagers growth ...
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| plz help | 6/14/2007 |
Q: what are some sliming excersizes and what heathy meals are there
A: Rachel, any exercise will help to slim you. I like just walking everyday for at least 30 minutes. ...
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| Abs | 6/13/2007 |
Q: i have a dillema. I only have a thin layer of fat left on my stomach and it just wont go away. I ...
A: Eddie, try to get to a gym and see a trainer, that is their speciality. If you have more weight to ...
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| Benefits of fresh fruits and vegetables | 5/28/2007 |
Q: I am writing an article for a fresh fruit and vegetable stand. Can you give me a quick statement ...
A: Fruits and vegetables are important for kids and teens because they supply fiber, vitamins, enzymes, ...
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| 6 weeks | 5/14/2007 |
Q: how can i lose 20 pounds in six weeks. i am 19 and 205 pounds ANSWER: Hi Sandise, It will take a lot ...
A: I suggest at least 1200 calories per day and If you will be able to do it and follow a program, will ...
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| low (zero) fats diet | 5/14/2007 |
Q: If I eat food high in carbohydrates and very low in fat lets say zero fat, will I lose weight? ...
A: If you stay under a certain amount of calories, you will lose weight regardless if it is carbs, fat, ...
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| 6 weeks | 5/13/2007 |
Q: how can i lose 20 pounds in six weeks. i am 19 and 205 pounds
A: It will take a lot of will power and exercise to lose three-four pounds per week. Try a low carb ...
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| growth | 5/6/2007 |
Q: Are there any foods that can increase growth? If so what?
A: No foods are shown to increase growth(height). If you are underweight, you might not reach full ...
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| menstruation | 5/3/2007 |
Q: Hi i dont know if this is the section where i should ask this well my friend told me that when my ...
A: Your period or the time right before your period, has nothing to do with how you burn calories. Your ...
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| eating right | 4/29/2007 |
Q: I am 22 years old, 5'5 and weigh 140 pounds. I have been exercising to a high-intensity cardio ...
A: Kristina, If you are sure you are not gaining muscle, then you are eating too many calories to ...
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| 6 | 4/29/2007 |
Q: i have been working out and eating right for the past two weeks i should've lost at least 4 pounds ...
A: You are strength training to build muscle. Muscle weighs more than fat. Check your waist in inches ...
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| weight | 4/24/2007 |
Q:
A: Genise, If your doctor said it was Ok then hopefully you have started the exercise program already. ...
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| gainning muscle | 4/22/2007 |
Q: my name is Justin and I'm not interested in loosing weight. I badly want to or need to gain muscle. ...
A: To gain muscle you have to work your muscles. Muscle grows in response to exercise. When you ...
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| eating less | 4/18/2007 |
Q: hey i was wondering how much pounds can i lose by june 27? also i hear people say i should eat 1400 ...
A: Eight hundred calories per day is considered a very low calorie diet and is not recommended unless ...
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| the freshman curse | 4/16/2007 |
Q: i am just finishing out my freshman year and at 5'2 and 140 pounds i am very unhappy with my weight. ...
A: the freshman curse is caused by the freshman meal plans and endless late night sub runs and fast ...
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| eating less | 4/15/2007 |
Q: hey i was wondering how much pounds can i lose by june 27? also i hear people say i should eat 1400 ...
A: Natasha, you could lose 15-20 pounds by June 27th if you start a healthy eating and exercise program ...
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| my daughters weight | 4/4/2007 |
Q: ... my question is i have a 12 year old daughter who has lost about 15 lbs though better eating and ...
A: Your daughter is at a that delicate age where a girl becomes a woman. Body fat shifts from being ...
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| help me | 4/3/2007 |
Q: ok well i have tried everything to lose weight starving and everything and although it works for a ...
A: You will not lose 1 kg per day, that is not going to happen. To burn 1 kg or 2.2 pounds of fat per ...
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| help me | 4/3/2007 |
Q: ok well i have tried everything to lose weight starving and everything and although it works for a ...
A: Try to set realistic goals that you can achieve. The biggest loser group is away from their ...
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| my weight | 4/2/2007 |
Q: i'm 17 years old and weigh 173lbs, i am deeply unhappy with my body always keep it covered, i have a ...
A: Go out to the library and get a good book on nutrition and exercise. The key to weight loss is ...
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| a couple questions | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I am a 14 year old girl who does TaeKwonDo (I am a serious competitor and I train 4 times a week, ...
A: Some healthy low calorie snacks are: vegetables with low fat dip, pickles, low sugar yogurt, low ...
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| fast food | 4/1/2007 |
Q: whey the fast food are not healthy for our children,and how can i convince them to eat the healthy ...
A: Fast food is not considered healthy because it can contain a lot of calories and fat. For example a ...
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| 40 | 3/31/2007 |
Q: Is it possible to lose 40 lbs. in three months and if so how? ANSWER: Destiny, The most you should ...
A: You have a slow metabolism probably due to your eating so far apart. When faced with a long period ...
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| How much to feed a Preemie | 3/30/2007 |
Q: We were just blessed with a baby girl that was born at 34 weeks. She was only kept in the hospital ...
A: Speaking as a pediatric nurse, 40 cc every three hours is what you should feed her for now, because ...
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| 40 | 3/29/2007 |
Q: Is it possible to lose 40 lbs. in three months and if so how?
A: Destiny, The most you should lose in that amount of time is 5 pounds the first week, then 2 pounds ...
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| good nutrition | 3/29/2007 |
Q: am i in good health(have enough vitamins and minerals) if i eat tuna fish/eggs with bread and 2 cups ...
A: You really need a dietician to go over your average daily diet. I'm not seeing any vegetables or ...
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| protein | 3/29/2007 |
Q: how much protein(grams) should a 140 pound 5 foot5 male have each day?
A: Jeff I don't know if you are a teenager or a grown man, so the average protein requirement is about ...
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| too much vitamins or minerals | 3/29/2007 |
Q: Is there anything wrong with getting more than 100% of the daily recommended vitamins or minerals ...
A: Drinking 4 cups of chocolate milk will not overdose you on your calcium. Not all is absorbed when ...
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| hi..teen advice | 3/26/2007 |
Q: i would like to ask a diet question. I am 18 years old male . I used to be a very active athlete in ...
A: You can lower your carbs, but don't cut them out completely. Try to eat at least 1500-1800 calories ...
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| I seem to be stuck.... | 3/26/2007 |
Q: I'm a 16 year old female, and I have an issue. Although all the "BMI calculators" and such on the ...
A: Apple shapes are genetic and you can't change your genetics. If you have extra body fat in the area, ...
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| Weight | 3/22/2007 |
Q: Whats the best way to loose wieght?
A: The best way to lose weight is by combining healthy eating and exercise. Strive for at least 30 ...
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| weight | 3/21/2007 |
Q: I'm a busy mom w/3 kids,& currently breastfeeding my 10 mth. baby. I can only find time to exercise ...
A: In my opinion, any exercise is beneficial. I actually go to a gym at 11 o'clock at night two or ...
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| belly | 3/20/2007 |
Q: ANSWER: Dear Toya, Sorry, but you can't control where the body stores and loses fat, that's a ...
A: Any diet under 1000 calories per day is called a very low calorie diet. You should be under the care ...
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| I want to lose weight so i can gain more self confidence | 3/18/2007 |
Q: K my name is kira i am 15 years old, i weigh around 145, and im 5'4". I am not exceedingly ...
A: Trying to lose 30 pounds in two months is not recommended. Try to lose 2 pounds per week by ...
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| :) | 3/16/2007 |
Q: I would like to lose weight. I've tried a few different things, but haven't really seen results. ...
A: To lose weight, stick with the basics. Follow a 1500 calorie per day eating program and walk ...
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| Teen's On Atkins Diet | 3/14/2007 |
Q: My 15 daughter at the advise of my 28 year old daughter, is currently on the Dr. Atkins Diet. My 15 ...
A: The Atkins diet is not a bad diet to follow, in my opinion. Kids who follow a low carb diet, lose ...
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| question | 3/14/2007 |
Q: Respected Dr. Kraemer: Myself, Michael Tran, a 21-year-old weighing 124 pounds and height 5 feet 6 ...
A: To gain weight, stick with eating healthier foods. Try to eat more fruit, more lean meats, chicken, ...
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| help with diet | 3/12/2007 |
Q: I am on a 1600 calorie "lifestyle change"- I get in my 64 or or more oz's of water a day, I exercise ...
A: You have simply hit a plateau. These plateau's can last up to two weeks. Continue your program, and ...
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| Sugar Overload? | 2/28/2007 |
Q: Laura, this helps, but what if I just accidentally have eaten too much sugar ~ what's a quick ...
A: You have to sit and wait out those initial feelings. Sugar is the fastest food digested, so by the ...
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| I need to gain weight ASAP | 2/28/2007 |
Q: I am 19 years old and whole my life I was pretty skinny.Right now I am in the situation where I need ...
A: My speciality is helping overweight kids lose weight, not helping adults gain weight, but I do have ...
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| Sugar Overload? | 2/27/2007 |
Q: I have this thing where once in a while I eat too much sugar for breakfast (or not enough protein ...
A: You are right in that you might be sensitive to the excess sugar. Your body, in response to the ...
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| tired feeling | 2/26/2007 |
Q: Kraemer, I am an 18 year old college student...I feel tired all the time. It is not because I don't ...
A: There are many reasons for feeling tired. Go to your college health center and see if they can check ...
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| Stomach or belly fat | 2/25/2007 |
Q: my name is Susana well all my life i've been quite skinny with some issues.. but i guess i was fine ...
A: Exercise alone will usually tone the muscles under the fat making your abs appear smaller. Get back ...
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| lose 20 pounds in a month | 2/25/2007 |
Q: 2 and I wheigh 204 pounds. I have lost ten pounds by running a mile on the tred mill four times a ...
A: The foods you are choosing to eat are too high in sugar and carbohydrates. Carbohydrate foods are ...
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| weight | 2/21/2007 |
Q: when i get up i eat every three hours. can i lose weight like that. if not can U tell me how to lose ...
A: You can lose weight eating every 3 hours just count your calories and stay under 400 calories per ...
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| Weight Gain? | 2/17/2007 |
Q: I am currently 26yrs old, 5'11, and 123lb. after working as a steel erector for two years, with ...
A: The supplements you are talking about will only work if you are lifting weights. The body doesn't ...
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| average weight | 2/13/2007 |
Q: if i wiegh 180 lbs would i be conciderd obessewhat is the average weight for a 16 yr old female who ...
A: A five foot person weighing 180 pounds would be considered obese, unless the excess weight is in ...
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| Weight Loss | 2/13/2007 |
Q: I'm 21 years old, about 5'2 and weigh 150 pounds. I am planning to go on vacation in 5 weeks and ...
A: Chances are you are going to lose maybe 13 pounds tops in the next month. That might not seem like a ...
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| average weight | 2/12/2007 |
Q: what is the average weight for a 16 yr old female who is 5 foot. also is it healthy to not eat after ...
A: If you are exactly 5 foot, the average weight is 100 lbs up to 110 pounds. It really depends on your ...
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| 800 | 2/8/2007 |
Q: hi i was wondering if i eat 800 calories a day and workout will i be able to lose 50 by june 30 for ...
A: You could lose that much eating 800 calories per day and working out. The problem is that 800 ...
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| fruit juice | 1/28/2007 |
Q: does fruit juice help digestion? should i drink it after lunch/ breakfast?
A: Fresh juice contains enzymes especially papaya juice. To aid in digestion, the enzymes have to be ...
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| bloating | 1/26/2007 |
Q: and thanks for answering my question once again. i was wondering what causes someone to bloat? and ...
A: There are two real good reasons that a woman would retain fluid or feel bloated. The first is ...
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| over weight | 1/25/2007 |
Q: i m a 16 year boy and i m very much fat i have checked many sites for diet plan but the goods they ...
A: You will have to visit a dietician or doctor in your own country to find the foods that will help ...
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| weight loss | 1/24/2007 |
Q: Hey me again i mailed a few times over the past year. Will a change in the type of food I eat ...
A: You can maintain your muscle mass by working out and eating foods that contain some protein, and you ...
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| drinking milk, fruit juice and eating times | 1/24/2007 |
Q: what time is best to drink a cup of milk and fruit juice separately(besides during breakfast)? Is it ...
A: To keep your metabolism at peak, eat 5-6 smaller meals throughout the day and exercise at least 30 ...
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| Losing weight | 1/23/2007 |
Q: i'm 16 (between 5'4 & 5'5; 138lbs) & i was just wondering how i could lose 20lbs in a safe & healthy ...
A: You can lose approx 1 pound every 10 days by just walking on the treadmill. If you lower your ...
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| weight loss | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I guess I have a two questions. First I am trying to drink 10- 16oz bottles of water everyday. Is ...
A: Water is OK but that seems excessive. You are drinking nearly 5 liters per day of plain water. The ...
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| extra belly | 1/18/2007 |
Q: I need help...really.. I'm a male, 22 I'm not a fat man, but I have this belly since I remember, I ...
A: Most men gain the extra weight in the belly area, that's something you can't change. I think you ...
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| Help on losing few pounds please! | 1/17/2007 |
Q: im 17 5"6 and am currently at 9stone and 3-4pounds i think? i dont know as it seems to be gradually ...
A: Because you are so active, it should be easy to lose a few pounds. Accept the fact you will have to ...
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| Losing weight | 1/17/2007 |
Q: I can not lose weight for nothing I went to every website for losing weight but they wanted a credit ...
A: You can lose weight on your own by walking and eating a 1500 calorie diet. Read labels and write ...
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| hunger | 1/16/2007 |
Q: In the morning i have breakfast- its about a big bowl of cereal with no milk and then about 2 hours ...
A: Most cereals eaten alone are high in carbohydrate. To digest a carbohydrate meal, the body has to ...
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| My toddler doesn't eat well | 1/12/2007 |
Q: My daughter who was a preemie at birth is now 2. She is underweight for her age and eats very ...
A: The development of a toddler is characterized by independence and oppositional behavior. Toddlers ...
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| how to lose weight | 1/10/2007 |
Q: Kraemer: I am 19 years old and I currently attend a small liberal arts college. I weigh about 270 ...
A: If you lost weight once you can do it again. The Atkins diet (high protein,low carb) is good for you ...
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| good nutrition at college | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I'm 19 years old, and halfway through my second year at college. I'm 5'3 and 220 lbs. I live in the ...
A: You will have to watch your intake of breads, sugars, potatoes, bagels, rice, sub sandwiches, pizza, ...
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| slim fast and kids | 1/8/2007 |
Q: I was wondering is it okay for my 5 year old 58 lbs. to have an occasional slim fast. Some ...
A: You should contact the Slim Fast company through their website. As far as I know, there is no ...
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| weight loss after giving birth | 1/7/2007 |
Q: I gave birth to my son 11 months ago (I was 19years old). Before my pregnancy the heaviest I ever ...
A: Try getting down to basics. Unfortunately healthy eating and exercise is the only way to get back to ...
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| Thank You | 1/7/2007 |
Q: just wanted to say thank you and I've been meaning to do so for years now. You probably don't ...
A: That's a great letter, and you have done a great job. What you have done is a very hard thing to do, ...
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| Weight gaining | 1/4/2007 |
Q: I am about 129 ponds but i want to be thicker, i want to gain about 15 pounds how do i do so?
A: To gain weight you have to eat more calories than your body burns. On average most people burn about ...
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| Help!!!!!! | 1/4/2007 |
Q: I just want to know what the ideal weight for an 11 year old girl is.I'm 4,9.Also can you tell me ...
A: The average weight of a 4.9 11 year old is 80-90 pounds. Healthy foods are fruits, vegetables, lean ...
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| i am overweight | 1/2/2007 |
Q: am i over weight i am 12 going on to 13 in 24 days and i am 5 ft tall and weigh 124 pounds if i am ...
A: If you are exactly 5 foot, then you might carry a little extra weight. If you are taller, you are ...
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| weight loss | 1/2/2007 |
Q: i am i big woman for my age, i want to lose weight. i don't know what foods to eat. i am eating all ...
A: To lose weight, first get a check-up by your doctor. Next, figure out an exercise plan you can ...
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| weight | 1/2/2007 |
Q: hi i was wondering was there a way i can lose 60 pounds by june 24 for my sister wedding if so how
A: Losing 40 pounds by June is more realistic. To lose that weight, you will have to stay motivated, ...
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| Diet Help Needed | 1/1/2007 |
Q: I am a 24 y/o female, 5'7" tall and currently weigh 234lbs. I've decided that it's past time for me ...
A: Everybody has a different body type, so you can't say that x amount of pounds will give you x amount ...
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| please help me | 12/28/2006 |
Q: well i want to ask what can i do or eat to make my breast grow more, they remain the same size over ...
A: You can't eat anything to make your breasts grow more, your genetics determine that. Your underwear ...
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| digestion problems | 12/27/2006 |
Q: I have a problem with my stomach that doctors were not able to help me and wanted to ask for your ...
A: I am not doctor but obviously, if certain foods cause you problems, don't eat them. Because I am not ...
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| please help me | 12/24/2006 |
Q: I'm a 15 year old and I currently weigh 140 pounds and I wantto lose weight,like what foods should i ...
A: Try eating healthy foods like fruit, vegetables, lean meats, fish, chicken, whole grain bread, low ...
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| Giant | 12/8/2006 |
Q: I am a 15 year old Boy. I am very fat and the Largest in the group. My weight is 100+ and height id ...
A: Please continue walking and jogging for at least 30 minutes or more per day. Your diet should ...
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| My diet assessment | 12/8/2006 |
Q: I am a fifteen year old Indian female. I am not happy about the way my body looks and I want ...
A: Some of those foods I am not familiar with, so I cannot comment on their calorie amounts. You will ...
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| I'VE GAINED WEIGHT! | 12/7/2006 |
Q: I am 14, and very tall- 5 foot, 9 or 10 inches. i weigh about 160, but i don't have much muscle. All ...
A: My healthy eating advice would be to count calories for a few months. Try to stay within the ...
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| how | 12/7/2006 |
Q: HOw can i lose about 10pounds before christmas. i cant get much exercising so what should i eat?
A: Accept the fact that if you want to lose weight, you have to exercise. Walking an extra 30 minutes ...
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| Weight Gain | 12/5/2006 |
Q: I am a 15 Year Old Boy. My height is 5'4 and my weight is 35. I am the shortest guy in my circle and ...
A: You can lift weights, just not real heavy ones. Height is determined by your genetics, so you can't ...
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| whey protein | 12/4/2006 |
Q: My 14 year old boy is a competitive hockey player in excellent condition. He does a lot of off ice ...
A: Whey protein is used by body builders and athletes to supply extra protein to rebuild their muscles. ...
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| how? | 12/4/2006 |
Q: how can i lose 10 lbs before christmas. what shouldi eat? how much exercise/running should i do a ...
A: To lose 10 pounds before Christmas, you will have to exercise a lot. You are going to have to try to ...
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| body shape | 12/2/2006 |
Q: Over the summer I noticed that one side of my body is fatter than the other side. It did not used to ...
A: Jessica, I would make an appointment with your doctor to see if you have some curvature of the ...
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| Healthy Way of Living | 12/1/2006 |
Q: Im 17 and my weight is 217.6 and Im 5'5 1/2.I have lost weight from being 264,but I put about 15 lbs ...
A: Keeping to a program is a personal thing. You have to make yourself get up and follow your program ...
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| carb cravings | 11/30/2006 |
Q: I'm trying to lose ten pounds but I have very strong carb craving. can you tell me how to stop them? ...
A: I wish I had the solution to your problem, but I don't. Most overweight people and people who limit ...
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| weihgt | 11/18/2006 |
Q: i have been eating next to nothign lately and exercising heaps and my arms and thighs have gone ...
A: The body is in constant regeneration. When you break down your muscles with exercise, you must ...
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| exercise concern | 11/15/2006 |
Q: Laura, I've heard that taking diet pills can result in smaller breasts. But is this true of ...
A: Breast tissue contains a lot of fat in most women. So, if you are dieting to lose fat, you will lose ...
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| toning up/ weight loss | 11/14/2006 |
Q: Laura, I am looking to lose weight (no more than about 10lbs) because I fit the tall/ lean build, ...
A: Where you store the fat is a genetic thing, not a metabolism thing. Beware, when you lose that last ...
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| weight loss and abs | 11/11/2006 |
Q: hey laura iam 14 very short like 5'1" and i know that i am overweight. iam maybe 135 punds and i do ...
A: To lose weight you have to eat about 1500-1800 calories per day and do about 30 minutes of walking ...
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| weight gain | 11/8/2006 |
Q: first of all thank you for answering my question, its really nice my question is this. i have been ...
A: Everybody has a different metabolism, you seem to know yours perfectly. As the body gains weight, ...
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| help me | 11/7/2006 |
Q: i am a 16 year old girl that is 5'5 and i am a diabetic and i really need to loose weight. i am 160 ...
A: Your doctor can give you a healthy eating program or at least a dietician referral because you are ...
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| RE: Teenage weight loss | 11/6/2006 |
Q: I am a 16 year old girl and I am wanting to lose weight. I am not dramatically obese or anything but ...
A: Lucy, You are eating a lot of carbohydrates in your diet. Rolls, mac and cheese, yogurt, bananas are ...
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| me | 11/6/2006 |
Q: Im 15 and 7 months. I think I’m developing a eating disorder. I count every kilojoule. My plan is to ...
A: If you think you have a problem, then you probably do have a problem. You have to seek the help of ...
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| stunted growth poor eating habits | 10/28/2006 |
Q: My name is Grace, I am 15 years old. I developed bulimia at age 13, it slowed my growth to an inch ...
A: These are good questions to ask your doctor. I have heard of gymnasts still growing into their ...
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| skin | 10/24/2006 |
Q: I haven't had a baby or lost a lot of weight. I've always been a petite person but i do have stretch ...
A: First nutrition is important, especially adequate protein. Second, if you do not want to firm up ...
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| skin | 10/24/2006 |
Q: i'm 18 years old, 5 4 and i weigh 110. I never really excercised so i have stretch marks on my hips, ...
A: You are not saying why you have stretch marks at 110 pounds. If you have just had a baby, or lost ...
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| kids nutrition | 10/16/2006 |
Q: Can you give me an idea as to what I should feed my kids portion wise and food group wise. My hubby ...
A: If you have the genetics for obesity in the family, then you should limit the sweets and other junk ...
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| 9 year old w/ Hashimotos/Hypothyroidism | 10/15/2006 |
Q: My 9 year old daughter has Hashimotos disease/Hypothyroidism. She is over weight and we have been ...
A: The food pyramid is just a guide to follow, it's not to be used for people or kids with health ...
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| diet make-up | 10/13/2006 |
Q: I'm trying to work out what I should be eating. If my diet should be 15% protein, 50% carbs, and ...
A: I think you need more protein, not carbohydrate. Most weight loss diets and fitness eating programs ...
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| Degree in Nutrition | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I am a licensed acupuncturist considering getting a degree in nutrition. I am very interested in ...
A: I think you need to start by contacting your state licensing board. In my state of NY, they have ...
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| Teen Weight Loss | 10/10/2006 |
Q: My 18 yr. old daughter cannot lose weight. She is extremely active and watches what she eats. She ...
A: Your daughter's weight gain is probably related to her food choices. Tell her to limit her ...
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| Night eating | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I have an awful time trying not to eat at night. I have cheese and other snacks. I have tried to go ...
A: I have the same problem. What I now do is count the evening snack as a small meal. If you eat ...
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| Binge-related weight gain | 10/7/2006 |
Q: I'm sure you've heard this all before. I have been on a binge for the last month (my Grandfather is ...
A: Shannon, the easiest way to stop the binge is to get rid of the anxiety that you say is causing it. ...
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| Saturated Fat vs. Cholesterol | 10/6/2006 |
Q: What is the "difference" between saturated fat vs. cholesterol? More importantly, if I have a ...
A: Cholesterol is not a pure fat, it's a fatty like essential substance that your body makes to produce ...
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| nutrition | 10/6/2006 |
Q: that are low in calories that my boyfriend can take to work? ~ thank you for your time :)
A: fruits have a lot of sugar in them and should be limited to three per day. Any fruit is OK, just ...
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| lazy | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I mailed you before, I'm 17 157 pounds and going up, I'm a girl if it helps. I am planning on ...
A: Your question of how many pounds before you are not lazy anymore, is not one I can answer. You and ...
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| Weight Loss | 9/28/2006 |
Q: I am a 26 years old girl, I am 5.45ft tall and weigh 156lb. I have been struggling formonths trying ...
A: Cut your carbs for a week and eat more protein. Try to stay under 50gms of carbs per day and ...
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| Loosing weight | 9/28/2006 |
Q: I am 17 and want to loose weight without starving I am about 20 pounds over weight now and my legs ...
A: Accept that to lose weight you will have to give up the donuts and pasta. Stick with 1500-1800 ...
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| Loosing weight | 9/22/2006 |
Q: i'm 12 and i am 163 cm and i weigh 48 kg. I want to know if I am over weight for my height, and ...
A: you are not overweight for your height, so don't try to lose weight. For your diet, choose healthier ...
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| How can i loose more weight? | 9/9/2006 |
Q: Im 14 years old and back when i was 11 i went on a non eating diet for about a year lost 15 pounds, ...
A: To lose weight with exercise alone you have to do a lot of cardio. Cardio is exercise that raises ...
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| Loose skin | 9/8/2006 |
Q: i have been on a diet for the last 8 months or so and have lost a significant amount of weight. i ...
A: Keep up the great work with your weight loss. Loose skin contains the fat cells that used to be ...
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| weight loss | 9/3/2006 |
Q: I am 5'4 and 157 pounds meduim to heavy build more heavy I'd say and female, i would like to loose ...
A: By simply switching lower calorie foods for the higher calorie foods, you should see a weightloss. ...
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| How many calories do i need? | 9/2/2006 |
Q: Im 14, im about 5'4 and weigh 95 lbs. If i run 2-3 miles every day, how many calories do i need?
A: Marissa, You are very underweight for your height. In my opinion you should see a doctor and a ...
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| exercise and weight loss | 9/1/2006 |
Q: what is the best exercise to lose weight off the thighs,stomach and the arms mine are flabby becuase ...
A: When you starve yourself and don't eat, you don't eat enough protein. When you don't eat enough ...
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| Hair Loss | 8/30/2006 |
Q: I read an article about dieting and hair loss (TE), which I currently have. Here's my story...I've ...
A: TE hair loss can be linked to dieting, lack of protein, stress, hormone changes, low iron levels, ...
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| eating disorder/weight gain | 8/29/2006 |
Q: I am a 16 year old girl recovering from anorexia. I am 5'5. I am lifting weights and swimming as ...
A: Boost and other protein shakes are good supplements to a healthy eating plan. The key word is ...
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| weight loss | 8/29/2006 |
Q:
A: To lose weight you have to reduce your calories and exercise daily. Start with 1500-1800 calories ...
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| weight loss | 8/27/2006 |
Q: i am 15years old, 5'5", and weigh around 107lbs. recently, i lost 10 lbs. this year by eating ...
A: you are underweight for your height. The average 15 year old who is 5 foot 5 inches weighs 120 ...
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| diet | 8/17/2006 |
Q: I am 14 years old, 5'6" and weigh 133 pounds. I know I am not overweight and I don't have a bad ...
A: Mary Clare, it might be really hard for you to lose that weight because you don't have that extra ...
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| fast weight loss | 8/17/2006 |
Q: Hi im 14 and i really want to lose half a stone in two weeks i am soo desperate to lose weight i ...
A: To lose weight, just go out and walk everyday for at least 30 minutes. Eat a healthy diet void of ...
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| Diet | 8/14/2006 |
Q: I am a 16 year old male and I weigh around 150 pounds. Unfortunately for me, a part of this 150 ...
A: sounds like you already know what not to eat. Stick with the basics, Vegetables, fruits, low fat ...
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| weight loss | 8/13/2006 |
Q: i weight 180-185 pounds and i am 5'5. i am 16 years old. to me i seem to weight a lot because when i ...
A: start with 30 minutes of walking everyday. That amount of walking will actually be enough exercise ...
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| Weight Loss | 8/7/2006 |
Q:
A: you can't just spot reduce certain areas. When you lose weight, you lose it all over. You can tone ...
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| cannot loose weight | 8/4/2006 |
Q: i am 53 yr old female. i am diabectic, had 2 heart attacks, have depression and i am tired of ...
A: You have to get down to basics. Your body will burn fat when there is a calorie deficit, period. If ...
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| Would like to lose 10 pounds... please help | 8/3/2006 |
Q: I am 16 going on 17 this November, I am obussily a female lol, I am 5'4 and 150 pounds heavy boned. ...
A: Start counting calories, stick to 1500-1800 per day, everyday. Walk or do some other exercise for at ...
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| weight loss | 8/2/2006 |
Q: i weight 121 pounds and i am 5'2. i am 14 years old. to me i seem to weight a lot because when i ...
A: No, weight loss pills are not recommended for kids your age and 15 pounds is too much weight to lose ...
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| Weight loss | 7/29/2006 |
Q: I am 17 years old and weigh 334lbs. I am trying to lose weight. I have a slight case of asthma, but ...
A: Start with 1500-1800 calories per day. Walking, lifting light weights, and eating protein foods at ...
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| excersice and diet | 7/28/2006 |
Q: I am 56 a diabetic who has degenerative osteoarthritis and spinal stenosis. I am 5ft 3 1/2" tall ...
A: my speciality is overweight kids, but in my opinion you need a good internist or allergist to check ...
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| I need to lose weight | 7/19/2006 |
Q: I have tried so many different ways to try to lose weight. I am a college student and I am trying ...
A: to lose weight you must have a deficit in calories. This deficit will then make your body burn ...
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| Help! | 7/14/2006 |
Q: I am 15 years , 5'7, and i weigh 196 pounds. i have tried over and over and over again to loose ...
A: the only exercise you have to do is walk thirty minutes everyday-no excuses. If you have the ...
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| Weird Weight | 7/10/2006 |
Q: My weight seems to fluctuate between 150 pounds and 160 pounds and I am 5'6" and 17 years old...and ...
A: any exercise is better than no exercise, so even 15 minutes will help. If you really want to lose ...
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| lose 4 inches around the waist. | 7/5/2006 |
Q: Hey well basically I am overweight by about 5 pounds. Okay and I need to lose 4 inches around my ...
A: There are no specific foods to make your waist thin, just regular dieting to lose that last 5 ...
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| dieting | 7/4/2006 |
Q: I've started dieting eating more fruit hardly any fat i have been told to eat foods in high ...
A: if you are diabetic you really should not be eating too many foods high in carbohydrate. ...
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| Waistline | 6/29/2006 |
Q: what exercises help define the waistline and what can help tighten up the but?
A: To define a waistline you should carry very little fat, so diet to get to a normal weight for your ...
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| A little extra chub | 6/16/2006 |
Q: I am a 15 year old girl who just lost about 50 pounds last year through diet and walking exercise on ...
A: Congratulations on your weight loss. If you find that you still have a little belly you might just ...
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| Toddler not eating | 6/6/2006 |
Q: I have a 11.5 month old toddler who is is refusing to eat anything but a couple of bites of whatever ...
A: Kids learn from observation. If you sit him down with you at dinner time or other meal times and ...
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| Eating | 6/2/2006 |
Q: will she lose weight if she eats little meals throughout the day? i don't want her to gain any ...
A: These are all excellent questions you should ask your daughter's doctor, especially if she has an ...
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| Eating | 6/2/2006 |
Q: my daughter has an eating disorder she chews and spits her food and has been doing so for a few ...
A: I think you daughter should see a counselor and a doctor before her eating disorder gets worse. ...
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| wanna lose weight | 5/29/2006 |
Q: im 15 years old and im 5'1" and right now im at about 135 pounds. ive been taking nitetrim, which ...
A: If you are only eating 900 calories per day you should already be losing weight. Nine hundred ...
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| nutrition | 5/25/2006 |
Q: I hope I'm finding you in the best of health. Is there any foodS that you can give a 16 year-old boy ...
A: growth is a genetic thing. Your genetics tell your body how tall you will be and what type of body ...
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| weight loss | 5/25/2006 |
Q: i am rose,i would like to reduce my weight in my hips & tighs,a little of my tummy,can u suggest ...
A: if you are overweight, then reducing your overall weight with healthy eating and exercise will make ...
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| Weight Loss | 5/23/2006 |
Q: .. I am a 29 y/o male who is beginning a diet as of last week. I currently weigh about 240lbs and am ...
A: 1000-1200 is a little low for daily calories and might be hard to follow especially if you say you ...
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| Weight Loss | 5/17/2006 |
Q: I am a fourteen year old girl and naturally i am unsatisfied with my body. I weigh roughly 137 ...
A: Kitten, a healthy weight depends on your height, your body type, and how much muscle you carry. Your ...
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| sugars | 5/15/2006 |
Q: I given up most diets that wants you to control on calorie, carbs, protein etc.. Now im ...
A: To count the sugar content of foods you have to read the label or get a book on the content of ...
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| Exercise | 5/14/2006 |
Q: I am 13 years old and I would like to get outside more. I have a nice neighborhood to walk through, ...
A: Garrett, You have already started the process by thinking about what you can do and where you can ...
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| hello | 5/11/2006 |
Q: but i ate yesterday like i would normally eat and it was 1100 calories but when i eat like that i ...
A: Anybody who eats 1100 calories per day should lose weight. Losing weight takes time. Over night ...
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| hello | 5/10/2006 |
Q: how many pounds can i lose if i eat 600 calorie a day about? by june 30th
A: On average you could probably lose 2 pounds per week or more, so you can figure out what you will ...
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| A little overweight | 5/9/2006 |
Q: I'm 5'4'' and I weigh 138-140 lbs (it always changes). I know im in the normal category of BMI but I ...
A: Miryam, first you will have to figure out what your average daily caloric intake is. When you have ...
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| I am 5 ft 6, 19 yrs of age... | 5/7/2006 |
Q: I am 5 ft 6, 19 yrs of age and I weigh around 72kgs. I have gained a lot of weight over the last few ...
A: A balanced diet does not just contain fruit and vegetables. You will not get enough protein or ...
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| weight loss/gaining musle | 5/5/2006 |
Q: I am a 16 year old girl, I am currently 5'4 and 150 pounds, I dieted most of last year "stravtion ...
A: Your question copied: "if I cut cakes/chips/cookies/doughnuts/fried foods and pop *out of my diet ...
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| hello | 4/30/2006 |
Q: I heard one celebrity ate 600 calories and lost weight fast for a movie if I do that will I lose ...
A: have you ever tried to eat just 600 calories per day, talk about being hungry? Anything diet under ...
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| Whats a better diet for gaining mucsle weight? | 4/29/2006 |
Q: hey.I'm a 16yr. old male weighing 165lbs of muscle at 5'8 . My diet: A big bowl of cereal for ...
A: A lot of your calories are coming from sugar which is carbohydrate. Muscle is built from protein. ...
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| do u think i can lose 20 pounds... | 4/26/2006 |
Q: do u think i can lose 20 pounds by june 27? if so how?
A: Tasha strive to lose two pounds per week starting tomorrow. Walking daily for 30 minutes and eating ...
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| i was wondering if i eat 500... | 4/25/2006 |
Q: i was wondering if i eat 500 calorie a day will i lose weight? i'm trying to lose 20 by june 27
A: eating 500 calories per day is considered starvation. You will lose fat, but along with the fat you ...
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| Weight Loss | 4/20/2006 |
Q: Last June my weight was 260 pounds, I met my current boyfriend and he was experienced in weight ...
A: If you were able to lose 35 pounds in a month before, then you can do it again. The difference is ...
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| Post Diet | 4/15/2006 |
Q: I am 18 years old and I have just devised a diet plan for myself, including exercise, giving myself ...
A: You could lose 15 pounds in 10 weeks provided you need to lose 15 pounds. If you are close to a ...
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| TEN WEEKS AND NO CHANGE | 4/11/2006 |
Q: am 5'4" and weigh 125 pounds. I have been going to the gym 4 days per week for 1 hour a day (45 ...
A: Thyroid problems are rare in women your age unless it's found in other women in your family, but of ...
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| TEN WEEKS AND NO CHANGE | 4/11/2006 |
Q: am 5'4" and weigh 125 pounds. I have been going to the gym 4 days per week for 1 hour a day (45 ...
A: Lindsay, how do you know how many pounds you have to lose? If you are doing that amount of exercise, ...
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| 3 month weight loss | 4/10/2006 |
Q: "They" are the woman working at the bridal boutique. I am worried because the dress is being taken ...
A: OK I see. Well you will have to keep the weight up to keep the dress fitting. If you try to tone too ...
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| 3 month weight loss | 4/10/2006 |
Q: I am on the right track, losing about a pound a week, for the past three weeks now. I just tried on ...
A: Congratulations on your wedding.You say "they said" not to gain or lose any more, who are they?. You ...
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| Why am I not losing weight | 4/6/2006 |
Q: I am dieting, my diet consists of raisin bran cereal in the morning, a fruit before lunch, salad and ...
A: Keep accurate records on the exact amount of food you are eating and try to keep your calories ...
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| weightgain | 4/5/2006 |
Q: Followup To Question - 3000calorie to gain muscle?i didnt understand mam.dats wat im doin,but u ...
A: Your genetics play a great role in how you gain weight and muscle. Look at your parents weight and ...
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| Healthiness of Trail Mix | 4/5/2006 |
Q: My friend ate an entire 4lb bag of trail mix (peanuts, almonds, cashews, M&Ms, raisins) in the ...
A: The nuts are healthy if eaten in moderation, but the M&M's and dried fruit are not. Also your friend ...
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| calories | 4/3/2006 |
Q: I am a 22 year old female. I am 5'4 and weigh 137 pounds. I am very active. I go to the gym 6-7 ...
A: There is no set exact amount, it all depends on your metabolism. Bodybuilders consume 3-4 thousand ...
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| dieting | 4/3/2006 |
Q: this is not a difficult questions but a nagging one. I am a stay at home mom, homeschooling and not ...
A: Karla, Really try to keep a food journal for the duration of your diet. Hiiden calories always ...
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| weightgain | 3/30/2006 |
Q: im thinking dat eating high calorie and high carbo wud make me gain weight.my face is so long dat ...
A: Richard, eating high calorie and high carb will make you gain fat. You can't just gain weight in ...
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| Slim Fast | 3/30/2006 |
Q: My name is Melinda, my daughter Allison is 10 years old. I have done slim fast off and on for years, ...
A: I think if you read the Slim fast label, it is not recommended for growing children. The trouble ...
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| Atkins :-) | 3/29/2006 |
Q: I actually have a question about diets in general... particular the Atkins diet. You see, I'm a 15 ...
A: Brittany, Atkins might be too restricting for a growing teen, you can check their website for more ...
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| Losing fat | 3/23/2006 |
Q: I am not a teen, nor am I asking for one, but you seem the most qualified, so I wanted to ask you! ...
A: If it's been a few years since you had your children, then I don't think there is a chance to shed ...
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| diet | 2/20/2006 |
Q: i am 16 yrs old and i need to lose 20 kgs to het down to a healthy weight and i was wondering if you ...
A: The basics of weight control are healthy eating, daily exercise, and change in behavior. Healthy ...
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| Healthy Eating | 2/16/2006 |
Q: I am a college student struggling to eat right. I have a kitchen so I am able to cook. What foods ...
A: I really can't give you recipes, you can always search them on line or go to cookinglight.com or ...
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| weight loss | 2/15/2006 |
Q: am 5'4" and weigh 130 pounds. My boyfriend and I have been walking stadium stairs 4 days per week ...
A: A good old calorie count is needed. To lose weight try to stay around 1500-1800 calories per day. ...
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| my nephew's weight is on border line of growth chart | 2/7/2006 |
Q: How are u? Maim, i have a nephew 3 years old.His weight is 12 kg,on the lowest line of growth ...
A: Don't be too concerned about where he is on the growth chart, unless of course his pediatrician is ...
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| exercise and breathing | 2/4/2006 |
Q: about walking how much i have to walk per day (how many mins/hours)? and how many calories will be ...
A: Walk for 30 minutes or more everyday. The more walking you do the more calories you will burn. ...
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| exercise and breathing | 2/4/2006 |
Q: this is a silly question :) If instead of doing exercises to loss weight,I stil breathing ...
A: You won't lose weight, what you will do is hyperventilate your lungs. Hyperventilating your lungs ...
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| Hello Laura,
I am a 26-year... | 1/27/2006 |
Q: I am a 26-year old male at 6 feet and weigh about 175lbs. I am trying to figure out if there might ...
A: I am not a dietician so I'm not going to map out all your food and calories, but just by looking at ...
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| Weight loss and bones | 1/20/2006 |
Q: I'm a 15 year old male who recently lost quite a bit of weight. I went from about 200 to 160 in 4.5 ...
A: the bad thing about losing a lot of weight fast, is you inadvertently lose muscle along with the ...
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| ... | 1/16/2006 |
Q: I would really like to lose some weight around my stomach Ive been trying for a while. I exercise ...
A: You have to contiune the crunches and other exercises you are doing to firm the muscles. To then ...
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| Exercise/Eating Weight Control | 1/7/2006 |
Q: I've been overly thin all my life. I am 19 years old, 6'1, and I weighed about 145lbs when I ...
A: your lack of energy level can also be related to the fact that you are a freshman in college-very ...
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| Atkins dieting | 12/9/2005 |
Q: I just discovered this site and you seemed like a great person to ask my question to! The thing is ...
A: all you have to do is call your doctor and have your doctor weigh you and measure your height. If ...
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| steping up the work out | 12/7/2005 |
Q: i am a college student and i live in the dorms and eat cafateria style food every day. for the past ...
A: Natalie, 30 pounds after you have already lost 10 pounds is a lot to ask. Try to lose a smaller ...
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| Eating too Fast | 12/6/2005 |
Q: This is my first time asking aout this, I never figured it was a problem until recently. I've been ...
A: Felipe, some people who eat too fast will overeat. The reason is that there is a sensor in the ...
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| healthy | 12/5/2005 |
Q: Iam 13 and weigh 114 and iam 5'4.I need a healthy diet plan! cAn u give me some ideas?
A: a healthy diet is simply one that contains foods from all the food groups in the healthy food ...
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| grow taller | 12/3/2005 |
Q: I live in Canada and i am from an asian background. I was wondering is there any chance of me ...
A: Brian, boys and men can grow into their early twenties, so there is still hope for you. I'm sure no ...
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| Diet and Metabolism | 12/2/2005 |
Q: I went on a very low calorie diet this summer to lose my "freshman fifteen" and happily succeded ...
A: Kate you basically have to stick with your weight control diet and add healthy calories to maintain ...
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| Metabolism | 12/1/2005 |
Q: I have a problem regarding my weight. Since as far back as i can remember i had always been the same ...
A: It sounds like you are struggling with weight obsession. Women gain and lose up to 10 pounds per ...
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| Weight Gain | 11/30/2005 |
Q: I am 18 years old, 5'7" 108 pounds. I have never been this thin in my life, and no matter how much I ...
A: there is no real way to tell you why you are thinner without a physical exam. Reasons for weight ...
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| No motivation | 11/21/2005 |
Q: Kraemer, Lately, especially since fall started, i have been watching myself eat and eat ...
A: sounds like you got yourself into a weight gain cycle. As your life changes, so will your daily ...
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| Diet Questions | 11/13/2005 |
Q: I consider myself fairly smart, but when it comes to eating I am confused. If you could help me by ...
A: yes the body will burn off the stored extra calories the next day if needed for energy. The trick is ...
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| fitness, nutrition, and weight loss | 11/7/2005 |
Q: In the last eight years (I'm 22), I've tried to maintain a lifestyle which includes daily aerobic ...
A: sounds like you know your body very well. Try to increase your protein intake on running days along ...
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| 5 yr old eating | 11/2/2005 |
Q: I just ordered your program. My 5 yr old daughter LOVES to eat. She is tall for her age but ...
A: Kelly, your 5 year old has learned her eating behavior from someone in the house, so the entire ...
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| Very Low Metabolism | 10/23/2005 |
Q: First I would like to thank you for your time and effort you put into this site helping people ...
A: being as active as you sound, I don't think you have a very low metabolism. Instead, I think you eat ...
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| please answer | 10/17/2005 |
Q: I was wanting to know if i was fat .Well i am 12 years old ,5"5',and 152 pounds . is there any way i ...
A: You are tall for your age, but I can't and won't say that you are fat. You are about 10-15 pounds ...
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| recovering from a diet | 10/15/2005 |
Q: I have just finished being on a diet (I've reachet my ideal weight) but I'm afraid to start eating ...
A: After a strict diet, your body will usually gain some weight back when you resume eating food that ...
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| calories/day? | 10/13/2005 |
Q: I have a strange question about the number of calories we eat per week. Let's say you eat 1500 ...
A: When you overeat during the day, the body has to deal with those extra calories at that time. The ...
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| Post-Weight Effects | 10/9/2005 |
Q: I'm an 18 year-old male and about 4 months ago I stuck to a strict diet of excessive excercise and ...
A: I would give your belly skin area a few more months to shrink. You have youth on your side, so it ...
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| Appetite | 10/7/2005 |
Q: We have a 9 year old girl who weighs approx. 45 lbs. Since birth she has always been under 10% in ...
A: John, you really haven't asked me a specific question but I see you are concerned about your ...
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| Diet | 10/2/2005 |
Q: I am 18 yrs. old and I live with my aunt and uncle. I only need to lose about 15 lbs. I need to get ...
A: the average woman can lose weight eating 1500-1800 calories per day. More weight will be lost if you ...
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| amino acides | 9/27/2005 |
Q: i am 15 years old, going on 16. i ve been working out since i was 13 1/2. now im looking to get ...
A: Jeremy, you really have to check the packaging. Most companies will say it is not safe for growing ...
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| Face fat | 9/26/2005 |
Q: Hey! My problem lies with the fat on my face. The thing is that I have a chubby face. Funny enough ...
A: Jake you won't be fully matured till you are in your early twenties. Look at your mom and dad and ...
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| Dairy Foods and Weight Loss | 9/21/2005 |
Q: Kramer, I am doing some basic research on the effect that eating dairy foods has on weight loss. ...
A: I really don't have any personal experience regarding dairy foods and weight loss. Studies are ...
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| Weight loss for my body type | 9/16/2005 |
Q: I am a 24 year old female who has gained at least 10 pounds within a year from lack of exercise ...
A: Lindsay, there are no scientific studies that I know of that show if you eat certain foods, certain ...
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| body fat | 9/15/2005 |
Q: I am 19. I have a bodyfat scale. It says I have 14% bodyfat. How do I get my bodyfat lower?
A: In my opinion, lifting weights and doing cardio exercises like treadmill and the exercise bike are ...
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| nutrition for children | 9/9/2005 |
Q: My daughter recently started the pre-k program at a local elementary school. She doesn't want to eat ...
A: I'm glad your daughter is refusing the school lunches. Most school lunches are filled with refined ...
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| exercise and overeating | 9/8/2005 |
Q: say I exercise 5 days a week and burn about 500 calories off each day. I normally eat around 1500 ...
A: Andrea, a calorie is a calorie. I actually think it is good to stimulate your body with a little ...
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| Exercise | 8/31/2005 |
Q: I am not obese but i am a little dissatisfied with my chubby thigh and calves. I am wondering is ...
A: genetics plays a role in how your thighs and calves look. You can try to thin them with weight ...
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| overeating and exercise | 7/29/2005 |
Q: I've been on a diet for awhile, and i'm eating about 1400 calories a day and burning off (roughly) ...
A: Andrea, I think it depends on if you have eaten all those calories at once and the type of food you ...
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| Teen Weight Loss | 7/27/2005 |
Q: I'm starting school in September, and I need to lose weight by August 20th, because on the 22nd, ...
A: Gabrielle, you can possibly lose 5 pounds the first week, then two pounds per week after that, ...
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| weight lose/better body | 7/24/2005 |
Q: My name is keith parks I have some weight lose issues... I am about 5'11, 155 lbs I know, it ...
A: Keith, I think you are a little underweight or at a normal weight, it really depends on how much ...
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| hello | 7/23/2005 |
Q: I am a 25 year old guy and i am conerned about a pot belly and manly boobs that I have developed ...
A: If your "boobs" are from gaining weight, then they can be dieted away. If your boobs are from breast ...
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| Splenda | 7/15/2005 |
Q: Is Splenda safe for children? My 3 year old has a genetic tendency to be overweight. It would ...
A: As far as I know there are no warnings about Splenda and kids. If your child is only three, now is ...
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| maintaining my weight? | 7/14/2005 |
Q: I've been exercising and hour a day for 5 days a week, and I've almost reached my goal weight. I'm ...
A: Andrea, Congratulations on reaching your goal weight. To maintain, I would continue the exercise ...
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| hi | 7/7/2005 |
Q: hi i'm 18 i was wonderinng whats a good way to lose weight
A: To lose weight, walk daily for 30 minutes and cut down on your snacking. Snacking can add weight ...
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| eating late | 7/6/2005 |
Q: I have read more than a few articles in health magazines warning against late snacks. Some experts ...
A: Augusto, as far as I'm concerned nothing is irreversible. The body stores extra calories as fat, ...
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| underweight child | 7/2/2005 |
Q: "Hi ..I have a 3 year old son who is very underweight. He has a small appetite. The reason for this, ...
A: overweight children are my expertise, not underweight children, but I have a few suggestions. Eggs ...
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| Frame of Mind | 6/28/2005 |
Q: I have recently dieted and lost 20 lbs. I am 14 years old, and i weighed 145 lbs. I am really ...
A: Don't be so hard on yourself. You are angry at yourself for gaining back the weight and for acting ...
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| Obesity | 6/22/2005 |
Q: I am 19 years old and obese. I have been fat since around 10 years old. In the 8th grade, I weighed ...
A: Brandon, I feel your pain. You have had rough teenage years. Now that you are getting older you have ...
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| Chocolate and Calcium | 6/21/2005 |
Q: Some time back, I'd read that chocolate inhibits the absorbtion of calcium, so you can't count the ...
A: Real chocolate contains oxalates which may decrease the absorption of calcium. Iron, and phytates ...
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| eating and exercising | 6/18/2005 |
Q: I have started excercising regularly. I get done with work at 4:30. And eat dinner after that ...
A: Ronin, seek the help of your fitness experts in the gym. I have heard that it's not a good idea to ...
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| Weight Loss | 6/8/2005 |
Q: I am an 5 foot 9, 18 year old male. For the past two months, I have been trying to lose weight. I ...
A: James, sounds like you are right on with the plateau. There is nothing you can do but to ride it ...
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| what do i need? | 6/1/2005 |
Q: I am 18 and am simply wondering if you could tell me what things are really important for me at this ...
A: Robyn I'm glad you asked. Let's start with easy things that you can follow with even just a little ...
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| Unhealthy dieting? | 5/31/2005 |
Q: I am a 27 year old female, 5'6 and 175 pounds. For the past year I have tried several healthy ways ...
A: Bridget if you are working out and eating at fairly regular times, your body should not go into the ...
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| Overweight Child | 5/26/2005 |
Q: My son is 10 years old. He has become very overweight within the last few years. I know he needs ...
A: Deborah, there are a few reasons why he might be eating when he's not hungry. One is he is bored, ...
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| weight gain | 5/21/2005 |
Q: i recently calculated my bmi, and i was overweight slightly by 1.5. Im an 18 year old asian male, ...
A: Brian, the BMI doesn't measure muscle mass. If you measured the BMI of a bodybuilder, it would be ...
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| weight loss | 5/11/2005 |
Q: I just got back from college for the summer and I am living at home again until school starts back ...
A: Jessica, think smaller portion sizes with the foods you eat. Buffets offer a lot of food. Most ...
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| children | 5/8/2005 |
Q: A little background..... I am currently overweight myself. I need to lose about 30 pounds. My ...
A: you have a lot of valid and good questions. There are a lack of studies on kids and eating ...
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| i am 15 and i tend to overeat... | 5/8/2005 |
Q: i am 15 and i tend to overeat peanutbutter and ice creams.how can i cut it?
A: Christina you and only you are feeding yourself those foods. Just like any other bad habit, make a ...
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| A dipressed girl :-( | 5/1/2005 |
Q: I hope you are doing fine and well. Laura, i am 22 years of age. My height is 5'4 and my weight is ...
A: Juliana, to lose weight you have to eat less food than your body needs. Cut out excess snacks and ...
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| Eating too much | 4/30/2005 |
Q: sometimes I leash out at greasy and fatty junk food (i.e. pepperonni pizzas etc.). The next morning ...
A: Salim, you can't rinse out the food you ate the night before. You might be able to rinse out the ...
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| middle | 4/29/2005 |
Q: whats a good diet/workout to lose a little belly fat. i dont have much fat, but i wrestle and want 2 ...
A: Scot, if you are a wrestler then you have to eat clean foods like chicken, tuna, lean beef, fish, ...
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| muscle.. | 4/28/2005 |
Q: well i am 16 years old and i now weight about 104 lbs i am 5'2. I have recently lost about 20 lbs ...
A: I can't imagine your stomach being that big at 104 pounds. When you exercise to tone muscle, you ...
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| After identifying that a child... | 4/27/2005 |
Q: After identifying that a child is obese, how do we help her to lose the weight in a healthy way, and ...
A: most younger children who are obese have learned a lot of their eating habits from their parents, be ...
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| Exercise | 4/20/2005 |
Q: I am wondering how much exercise is enough. I am in my 20s and have a gym membership which I use at ...
A: Emily, The three times a week sounds great. I would add some light weight lifting while you are at ...
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| Interview about Obesity for project | 4/14/2005 |
Q: I am currently working on a senior project that deals with Obesity in America. I need to have an ...
A: we really are not suppose to do homework questions but I'll answer as best I can. My views on ...
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| Big Belly!! | 4/12/2005 |
Q: , Im an 18 yr old, male university student.. im around 5'11 and weigh no more than 140 pounds.. ...
A: Kamal please cut out the fatty fast food and increase your daily exercise. Most university's have a ...
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| Weight Loss Problems | 4/12/2005 |
Q: About 4 and half years ago I went to a doctor for a chemical imbalance and he gave me some pills for ...
A: Ashleigh, accept that to lose weight you will have to change your eating habits and exercise. Start ...
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| where am i going wrong? | 4/9/2005 |
Q: im a fifteen year old girl and i weigh 10 stone, and i am 5 ft 8. Im not fat, i am actually quite ...
A: First you have to look at your genetic make-up. Some people don't have flat stomachs and never will. ...
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| healthy diet | 4/5/2005 |
Q: What would you suggest a healthy living, and diet would be to lose body fat and also maintain that ...
A: Alicia, there is no perfect answer to such a broad question. But in my opinion a healthy living and ...
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| question about daughters eating habits | 3/27/2005 |
Q: I have two children a son 13, and a daughter almost 11.My son's eating habits are pretty good and ...
A: Carol don't buy the junk foods and sweets and she won't eat them at home. Leave those foods for ...
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| Nutrition | 3/27/2005 |
Q: I am a teen who recently discovered she wanted to become a personal trainer! I eat very clean and ...
A: Nikki at one hundred pounds, you must be close to 5 foot or less. If you are taller, then you are ...
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| maybe not so "safe" miriacle diet | 3/24/2005 |
Q: i found a web site that was approved by doctors that contained a 7 day diet. you eat mainly a fat ...
A: Your body can't physically burn 10-17 pounds of fat in a week by just eating food. You will lose up ...
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| hey! | 3/22/2005 |
Q: hey i currently lost some weight and really want to try to maintain it and am so afraid of eating ...
A: As I answered in your first question, don't stop your exercise or you will probably gain it all ...
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| hey! | 3/22/2005 |
Q: hey i currently lost some weight and really want to try to maintain it and am so afraid of eating ...
A: Miss Kitty, you know your body, don't stop exercising or you will gain it all back. If you can't ...
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| My 16 year old daughter need your help no one can help her. | 3/3/2005 |
Q: Followup To Question - Hi my daughters name is nici. she is 16. she is 35 pounds over weight. we ...
A: Tammie, The kids I have taken care of who didn't lose weight, were usually eating a little extra ...
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| My 16 year old daughter need your help no one can help her. | 3/2/2005 |
Q: she is 16. she is 35 pounds over weight. we have been watching her weight for 2 years now. but she ...
A: Tammie, Some people do have a problem with starchy foods as carbohydrates (starch) are turned into ...
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| My 16 year old daughter need your help no one can help her. | 3/2/2005 |
Q: she is 16. she is 35 pounds over weight. we have been watching her weight for 2 years now. but she ...
A: keep a food journal and have her track every morsel of food, every drink, everything she eats or ...
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| Healthy Eating | 2/28/2005 |
Q: My typical day consists of an oatmeal breakfast, sandwich with a whole wheat bread, light cream ...
A: Kateryna, You should be eating more protein in your diet. Dairy, eggs, meat, chicken, fish, and ...
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| Spring Breaks almost here!!! | 2/27/2005 |
Q: ..I'm 5'7 and 150 lbs. I know I'm not too fat or anything I just need help with learning what foods ...
A: Ayriel, Face it, to lose weight, you have to increase your exercise. It's too hard to just diet to ...
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| healty diet... | 2/23/2005 |
Q: I just wanted to ask if you can give me a healthy diet that allows to eat most kind of food like ...
A: A healthy diet is one that contains foods from all food groups. Meat, fish, poultry, dairy, whole ...
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| RDA's For fat in a childs diet | 2/23/2005 |
Q: My son is completing a project on fast food and he is particularly interested in the amount of fat ...
A: I don't know the specific RDA, but a healthy fat intake for a kid or teen is about 60-80 grams per ...
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| Weight Loss | 2/22/2005 |
Q: For the past month I started working out atain. I have been doing the treadmill for at least 35-45 ...
A: In my opinion, the top five most important things to lose weight are: calories, exercise, ...
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| weight and baby body | 2/21/2005 |
Q: I had a baby 8 months ago by c-section. It is my third and last child. Anyway, I am 31 and my tummy ...
A: If you were able to tone and flatten after your last baby, then hopefully your body will respond the ...
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| My Body Mass Index is 23.8... | 2/17/2005 |
Q: My Body Mass Index is 23.8 and I am a male. Will it make any difference in health if I bring it down ...
A: I guess it depends on how you plan to bring it down your BMI. BMI can be confusing because some ...
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| lose weight | 2/5/2005 |
Q: i would like to know how can i loose weight(about 5 kg) in a month, but not killing myself with all ...
A: Estee, to lose weight you must try to increase your daily activity. Strive for 30 minutes of walking ...
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| weight loss | 2/4/2005 |
Q: i am 15 yrs old and i weigh between 148152 pounds.i used to weigh 132 a few months ago and now i ...
A: Your weight gain might be because your grew an inch or two, each inch of growth is worth about 6 ...
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| Cortislim | 2/1/2005 |
Q: My 16-year-old daughter has asked me to allow her to try Cortislim. She is 5 foot 6 and weighs 155 ...
A: The January 05 Good Housekeeping actually tested some diet aids that just don't work, Cortislim ...
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| Losing weight | 1/28/2005 |
Q: I'm about 5'9" and weigh 253lb. HELP! For years i've been trying to loose this weight and i really ...
A: Samantha, you sound like a smart girl and you know what it takes to lose weight. Walk daily or ...
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| weight loss | 1/27/2005 |
Q: my name is Stacy and I'm an 18 year old college freshman. I'm 5'9" tall and weigh about 153lbs I ...
A: Stacy, first start with daily walking. 30 minutes daily three or four times per week above what you ...
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| Protein help | 1/26/2005 |
Q: My name is David. Let me summerize everything to make it simple. - i am 18 years old and lifting ...
A: David, my specialty is helping kids lose weight, not helping teens gain muscle, but I can help a ...
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| overeating | 1/6/2005 |
Q: i have a question. every time that i eat, i tend to like "overeat" a lot of food in my body that i ...
A: Amy you ask "if it stays that way unless I do something about it?" If you overeat any food ...
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| Malnutrition...concerned | 1/6/2005 |
Q: I am an 18 year old female and I know that I am not as healthy as I should be and am very concerned ...
A: Robyn if I had the power in an e-mail to make you motivate yourself, eat properly, and exercise ...
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| Gastric ByPass Diet | 1/3/2005 |
Q: I do not have any support groups that I can attend here in my area. They have stopped them. because ...
A: Carol, this you know is not my expertise at all, but you have to make a decision to eat the protein ...
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| fad diets | 1/2/2005 |
Q: Do the diets like leptoprin and relacore, ect. work? Do they have any scientific results behind ...
A: Tanya, I really haven't read their specific labels, but their ad's stress cortisol as a cause of ...
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| foodto better toneup | 1/2/2005 |
Q: I have been able to reduce abt 3-4 kgs by floor exercisesI am happy abt it,but peoplehave started to ...
A: Aseem, food is important to maintain muscle mass. If you are not eating enough calories to maintain ...
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| How do I know if I am over weight? | 12/22/2004 |
Q: I'm very confused with what others are telling me, my coworkers say I am at the right shape, my ...
A: Pauline I know of no studies that state a body has to be fully developed before eating healthy and ...
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| vitamins | 12/20/2004 |
Q: Can I give my 13 month old multi vitamin drops (1ml) with her morning milk? I remember reading ...
A: Kathy your pharmacist can look that up in their product information, but I personally have never ...
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| water | 12/11/2004 |
Q: please i would to ask about the relation between drinking water (through ,before and after) taking ...
A: Max, I don't think drinking water has anything to do with the storage of fat in your belly. Your ...
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| weight gain | 12/10/2004 |
Q: I am a 35 y.o female. I am quite sedentary due to my school, job and home situtation. This time ...
A: Melissa, it is unfortunate that you gained the weight back so quickly. Some of the weight gain is ...
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| gaining weight | 12/7/2004 |
Q: I need a healthy way to gain weight. I am female, about 5ft, and currently weight about 93lbs. For ...
A: Lisa to gain weight eat a healthy diet of fruit, vegetables,lean meat, chicken, fish and on top of ...
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| Weight control for an 8 yr old boy | 11/29/2004 |
Q: So, what you are suggesting would be to have more small meals, like an adult? They have snack time, ...
A: Brown bagging his food is the way to go. Don't rely on the school to feed him healthy, they won't. ...
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| Weight control for an 8 yr old boy | 11/29/2004 |
Q: I have an 8 yr old boy that is a bit on the chunky side. He is 4'10" and between 95 and 100 lbs. ...
A: Jamie, your son already has the genetics to put on weight, so accept that he will probably have the ...
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| Weight Loss | 11/29/2004 |
Q: I am 21 years old. I know you help children and teens but I am hoping you can help me anyway. I ...
A: Jenni, first start keeping a food diary to track every food you eat. There are a lot of hidden ...
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| toddler issues | 11/15/2004 |
Q: I am so distressed. I have a 2.5 year old who is predisposed to obesity because it runs in both ...
A: Joanne, what you have left out is your definition of a healthy food. Overweight kids who are ...
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| Need a diet program soon!! | 11/13/2004 |
Q: hey, you are just the person im looking for i got alot a problem n my problem is that i need to ...
A: Meirna, To lose weight you have to eat less caloires than your body needs. On average a daily ...
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| dieting | 11/4/2004 |
Q: I would also like any suggestions/diets you may have for my 7 year old girl that is very heavy and ...
A: David, most overweight 7 year olds overeat the foods that don't fill them up like bread, pasta, mac ...
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| foods for weight gain | 10/24/2004 |
Q: My name is Emilia. I'm 16, and I'm about 5'6", 110 lbs. I'd say I'm moderately active, being a ...
A: Emilia, foods to gain muscle weight, provided you are exercising to stimulate muscle growth are: ...
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| NUTRITION FOR BODY BUILDING!!! | 10/1/2004 |
Q: I´VE BEEN GOING TO THE GYM FOR 2 MONTHS NOW ,AND I´VE SEEN SOME CHANGES IN MY BODY ALREADY. I WEIGHT ...
A: Eddie, to gain weight and grow your muscles, you need calories from protein, carbohydrates and fat. ...
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| I want to increse my weight.... | 9/28/2004 |
Q: I want to increse my weight. All my life I have been thin, and now I'm 38 and still very thin, ...
A: Joe gaining weight is not my specialty, but I would suggest food instead of a specialty powder. ...
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| diet | 9/22/2004 |
Q: i am interested in losing weight because my doctor says im overweight for my age. he said i should ...
A: I'm surprised your doctor didn't give you an eating to follow after suggesting that you lose weight. ...
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| weightloss4myfatself | 9/19/2004 |
Q: I am 18 yrs old and weigh 220lbs at 5'10. I want to start a diet and nned to know how much weight i ...
A: There is no magic number to tell you what you will lose because everybody's metabolism is different. ...
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| hey | 9/7/2004 |
Q: why everytime i email you always say its out of your expertise whats going on. Answer - I am unable ...
A: Tashaq, allexperts.com is meant to be a one time question forum with one follow-up question if ...
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| Loose Skin after Weight Loos | 9/2/2004 |
Q: I'm struggling to find help with a question I have, and I saw that you have a good deal of ...
A: first congratulations on your accomplishment, I'm very impressed by your motivation. Second, ...
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| getting in shape | 8/31/2004 |
Q: what is a good way for a 14 year old to get in shape? i'm not extremely heavy, i just feel i could ...
A: Getting in shape means to exercise all your muscles including your heart muscle. Thirty minutes of ...
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| -ve calories food ! | 8/26/2004 |
Q: i heard that there are some types of food (e.g carrot) its calories are very low and the body spend ...
A: net, there are foods that after digesting have a negative total calorie, so it is said. I didn't ...
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| lower stomach | 8/18/2004 |
Q: i'd like to know the kind of food and drinks that cause the acumulation of fat in the area of the ...
A: Max, where fat accumulates has a lot to do with your genetics. You can't change genetics, but you ...
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| bigger butt | 8/16/2004 |
Q: my butt is flat. i want a bigger butt. i tried all the exercises and none work. i need to know if ...
A: Tina your butt is made of muscle. The only way to make it bigger is to make the muscle grow with ...
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| How can I help my overweight son? | 8/4/2004 |
Q: Laura, I have a 6 year old son who weighs 70lbs. My doctor say that he is at a weight of an eight ...
A: Tanya, don't worry it is OK for your son to lose weight, especially since he will be eating ...
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| Community Center use | 8/2/2004 |
Q: I help educate at a hospital-sponsored community center weekly. Can I use your program for all of ...
A: The program is 1500-1800 calories so it was developed for weight loss and weight control. To make it ...
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| weight | 8/1/2004 |
Q: What is the ideal weight(from what to what) for a person who was born on June 25,1989 and is 5 foot ...
A: The ideal weight for anyone is dependent on muscle mass, bone structure, and height. At your 5.4 ...
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| Teen Weight Loss | 8/1/2004 |
Q: I'm Nicole, I'm 16 years old and am struggling with my weight loss. My mother and I had signed up ...
A: Nicole you have just experienced the hardest part of breaking any habit-sticking to it. Habits are ...
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| weightloss | 6/16/2004 |
Q: i am 17 and am 20kgs overweight.how do i lose weight without going hungry as i cant diet cuz i feel ...
A: First Christina, you can't get rid of stretch marks because they are scars in your skin. A plastic ...
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| weight... | 6/11/2004 |
Q: I am a 17 year old female who is 5'3' and now weighs 130 lbs. I used to weigh 115 lbs. My question ...
A: 15 pounds seems like alot, that's two pounds a week. If you know you have been eating the same, then ...
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| health | 6/7/2004 |
Q: I am 17 yr old girl, 5'3" and about 117 lbs. I've been trying to change my eating habits in order ...
A: cheese is good, but it's just a cultured milk product and it does not make for a balanced healthy ...
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| carb cravings | 6/1/2004 |
Q: I think my 10 year old daughter must be carb. intolerant like me! She doesnt overeat and is ...
A: a lot of people and kids crave carbs. Carbohydrates are turned into sugar in the body so you get ...
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| weight loss | 5/29/2004 |
Q: I am 21, female. My height is 5-1' and wt < 50 Kg. My problem is that I don't have flat tummy. How ...
A: Geetika, concentrate on toning your muscles using light weights and aerobics. Crunches,squats,leg ...
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| Diet | 5/22/2004 |
Q: Here's my situation. I'm looking for a 'magical' diet solution that meets the following criteria ...
A: Ramen noodles and ravioli are purely carbohydrate and are not exactly known for their body building ...
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| Weight loss | 5/16/2004 |
Q: I have changed my eating habits. I eat less and i eat healthier and drink plenty of water and get ...
A: try not to concentrate on what you weigh. If you measure inches, I'm sure you will be and are ...
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| hey...help please | 5/12/2004 |
Q: hey, im trying to lose some weight...before i used to eat ALOT soo for the last couple days i have ...
A: Gracie, I don't think a body ever really gets used to cutting back a lot of caloires. The body is ...
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| Re: Weight Loss | 5/2/2004 |
Q: When i put on weight, it goes to my hips and thighs first. Does that mean when i lose with it will ...
A: Fat is stored in fat cells. You probably have more fat cells in your hips and thighs so it just ...
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| Orange Juice | 5/1/2004 |
Q: Laura. Do you think that the benefits of orange juice outweighs my concerns about its shortfalls?
A: You don't say what your concerns about it's shortfalls are. But my opinion on OJ is that it is a ...
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| Teen or children comprehensive weight control programs | 4/29/2004 |
Q: I'd like to look at 3 or 4 programs that have peer review references. Can you direct me to any ...
A: I think the concept is still to new to have peer review references. There are hospital based ...
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| vitamins | 4/26/2004 |
Q: A month ago i began stretching exercises for an hour a day, eating more vegetables daily, and taking ...
A: vitamin and mineral supplements are there to supplement the diet. What you eat is what is important ...
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| Weight loss question | 4/22/2004 |
Q: I'm not over-weight, I just have this "bulge" around my tummy or "gut", and I hare it. I would ...
A: There is not set amount of calories, there are only guidelines. First keep a journal and figure out ...
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| Weight Loss Question | 4/6/2004 |
Q: I am a 18 year old female who is 5'3 and weighs 139 lbs. I know that I am not overweight, but I ...
A: Kara, you say you are not overweight yet you want to lose 10 pounds. That is a lot of weight when ...
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| BREAD AND DIET | 3/18/2004 |
Q: What is it about carbohydrates, and particularly bread, that people try to avoid in order NOT to ...
A: Carbohydrates in general have to be burned off when eaten or they are easily turned into fat. ...
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| portion sizes | 3/11/2004 |
Q: i was wondering....i eat a medium breakfast, a rather small lunch, and an unusually large dinner (at ...
A: weight fluctuations are usually dependent on fluid levels in the body and might occur when you eat ...
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| two questions please | 2/29/2004 |
Q: 1. What are some healthy fat foods I can give my 2 year old daughter? 2. When my 2 yr old ...
A: Here are some foods that contain healthy fats: nuts,olives,olive and canola oil,avocados,fish,whole ...
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| general | 2/29/2004 |
Q: my name is Shaina and i am an over weight teen. I am 15, weigh 173lbs, and am 5 foot 1. Right now i ...
A: the South Beach diet is too rigid for a growing teen, yes you are still growing and maturing. Stick ...
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| Water equivalent | 2/27/2004 |
Q: I have a silly question, but I really need to know the answer. I would like to start getting in at ...
A: yes diet soda is mostly water, but the sugar substitute and the chemicals that cause the fizz and ...
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| please settle a debate | 2/6/2004 |
Q: Please settle an argument between my mother in law and myself. I hope you will be patient reading ...
A: in my opinion mother knows best and that means you not mother-in law. There are of course some ...
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| 9 year old | 1/21/2004 |
Q: I have a 9-year-old that loves food (including fruits and vegies), but he just eats too big of ...
A: Try to change the types of food he eats. The breakfast he is eating contains too much carbohydrate. ...
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| genes | 1/6/2004 |
Q: I know that my 22 month old daughter is predisposed to being fat because my husband was a fat child ...
A: Yes your daughter has a greater chance of being overweight about 75% chance. Kids that start gaining ...
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