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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Weight Loss | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I've been trying to lose weight for the past year. At first it was hard, then I lost a good bit (25 ... A: Libby, Think back to what you were doing when you lost the 25 pounds. Were you eating small meals ... | |
| consultation | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: I live in Binghamton and came across your website. My dsughter is 9 y/o and has always been a ... A: Sorry, I do not do personal consultations. If she's just a little chunky; cut out her carb snacks ... | |
| what to do | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I am 5'3 and weigh 113 lbs. Always have. My face is very thin and many people say I should gain ... A: Andrea, At 5.3, you are still within a healthy weight for your height. You can't change your body ... | |
| Can I lose 20-25 pounds by christmas? | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: Can I lose 20-25 pounds by christmas? I'm 18 and I'm 5'5" and I weigh 145 pounds. Is it possible for ... A: To lose 25 pounds by Christmas, you will have to be really strict with your eating and daily ... | |
| Fat Stomach | 10/8/2011 |
| Q: im 13 years old, 138 lbs, and 5' 7". i am really unhappy with my stomach, hip area. I have 'love ... A: You are still maturing and growing, so no to any diet pills. Continue to ride your bike or walk ... | |
| 3.5 year old | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: Do you know the average number of calories, fat grams and grams of protein 3.5 year old boy should ... A: The average number of calories varies with the individual child. But on average a 1-3 year old would ... | |
| Hello, I have a question? | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: My son which is 13 years old barely gets any exercise besides gym at school every other day. He is ... A: There is no specific answer only averages, so it is difficult to determine the exact caloric needs ... | |
| how can I lose weight healthily, and keep it off? | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: my name is Sarah. I'm a 17, 158cm (approx 5ft 2), and I currently weight 76kg (163 pounds). I've ... A: At age 17 you and only you are responsible for the food you eat and the exercise you do. There will ... | |
| Calories Needed Per Day | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I am wondering how many calories per day I would be needing if I am wanting to drop around 10-15 ... A: Try 1500 to 1800 calories per day, that is the amount our Slimkids program contains. That amount ... | |
| 11 year old daughter | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: We have tried classes offered by hospitals and other forums, but the weight continues. She is ... A: To lose weight she won't be able to eat what she wants, she must start to change her eating habits ... | |
| Diet & food | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: Is it possible, I can lose weight before August 25th? I really want to lose weight but I keep ... A: Yes, you can lose that amount of weight by the end of August, but you better start today. First ... | |
| Stomach + thighs | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I'm 15, 5'1 or 5'2 and I weigh 121 lbs. I want to lose weight, my thighs are my biggest issue. They ... A: I suggest a stair stepper or exercise bike to tone the thigh muscles. If you don't have access to ... | |
| Need to lose weight | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I'm a seventeen-year-old girl, and I really need help. See, my family is the kind that eats a lot of ... A: Count the calories of all the food you eat in one day. Try to stay around 1500-1800 calories per day ... | |
| 16 year old diet.. :( | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I am Karelle and Im about 5'1' and I weigh 54kg..I know I'm chubby and so I started doing some ... A: Any fruit and vegetable is a good addition to your diet, just look up the calories and count them in ... | |
| 16 year old diet.. :( | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I am Karelle and Im about 5'1' and I weigh 54kg..I know I'm chubby and so I started doing some ... A: You are within 6 kg of a healthy weight. Try eating 5 small meals each containing about 300 calories ... | |
| workout and diet | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: am an average weight 19 year old male, i have a flat belly so am not trying to diet here. i do total ... A: Abdul, Simple sugars are quickly digested, so they do not give you lasting energy. Whole grain ... | |
| weight loss | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: i am 18 and 5 feet and 1 inch and 148 pounds. my ideal weight is 120 pounds. i am an athlete so i ... A: Start counting the calories of all the food you eat. To lose weight, stay around 1500 per day. You ... | |
| Losing Weight | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I am a 16 year old male, I am roughly 5 ft 8 and weigh around 165 pounds, I really want to lose ... A: You are a growing and still maturing teenager, so you really need to eat enough food to supply your ... | |
| diet food | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I'm 18 years old and I weigh 127 pounds. I am on a diet and I want to know if rice is healthy and ... A: Rice can be part of a healthy diet, it is in many cultures. Eat it in moderation as it is a ... | |
| Weight loss | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: Okay me and my friends are having a bet. We are having a bet who can get a six pack first. None of ... A: It's very hard for a teenage girl to get a six pack. Hormones that cause the monthly cycle, also ... | |
| doubt about children on a diet | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: a little ago a nurse has mentioned with me that putting children on a diet for weightloss is wrong ... A: There are no scientific studies that I know of discussing what is the right and wrong way to help a ... | |
| how to lose weight | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: I'm 17. I'm 4ft 10in and weigh 140. I want to lose 40-50 pounds. According to my doctor I should be ... A: You are not an adult, therefore you should not try to lose weight too quickly. Your body is still ... | |
| Loosing weight | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I am a 15 year old teenager. I love my body but i would still like to loose some pounds. I tend to ... A: You are very close to an ideal weight of 120-140, so I would suggest just adding 30-45 minutes of ... | |
| Help me please | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I am 15 years old and I am 5'4" and I weigh 207. I know that is REALLY overweight. I HATE the way i ... A: Justina, You need to exercise as much as possible. The more exercise you do, the better. Next you ... | |
| teen weight | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I am Courtney and I'm a female, age 13. I weight 127 pounds. I was wondering if that was average for ... A: you of normal weight for your height. Don't go on a diet just continue to cut out the empty snack ... | |
| Weight Loss | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: Well, I wanted to ask you a question related to weight loss. I am 17 years old male and wiegh 160 ... A: What you should weigh depends on your body type, bone structure and how much muscle you carry ... | |
| 16 year old teen | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I'm 16 and I weigh about 145. I know that I'm overweight and I really want to lose the weight for ... A: To lose weight, you will have to eat less food (calories)then your body needs. The body will burn ... | |
| metabolism slowed? | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: Okay, so I'm a 16 year old teen girl and five feet and four inches tall. I weigh 108-110. I used to ... A: When you were eating only 1000 calories a day, you also burned some of your muscle, so yes, your ... | |
| staying slim | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: ive been dieting for about 8 months now and recently five been gaining weight. i eat the same foods ... A: Not knowing any specifics about you, you might want to get your thyroid checked. Also if you have ... | |
| Healthy weight loss | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: I play netball for a total of about 4 hours weekly excluding other physical activities. How many ... A: Scarlett, On average a healthy diet for a active 14 year old would be about 2200 calories per day. ... | |
| Fast Food Weekends | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I am the father of two boys ages 3 and 8. During the week my family eats a very healthy diet. We ... A: Eating fast food four times a month is not such a bad thing. Your 8 year old did choose a lot of ... | |
| DAUGHTER WEIGHTLOSS | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to figure the best way to help my 11 year old daughter lose weight. she is abt 4' and ... A: If her favorite foods are the foods that are making her gain weight, then they do have to be ... | |
| weight loss | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: Im 17 6'2 i weigh 270 i have problems with my weight i lose weight and gain it back. Whats your ... A: To lose weight fast, try a low carb diet like Southbeach, Atkins, or even my Slimkids program. Young ... | |
| weight loss | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I am a 14 year old girl. I currently weigh 132 pounds.I am a pear shape. I love to eat. I especially ... A: If there were words that could magically motivate you, I would be famous. Motivation has to come ... | |
| am i overweight? | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: i am 13 and i weigh 157lbs and 5'1\2in. i whant to loose 19lbs. A: To lose weight you will have to eat a healthy diet and walk everyday for at least 30 minutes. Read ... | |
| Swimming | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: My two sons are on a competitive swim team. They swim two hours, 4 times a week. Their coach ... A: Your older son should continue eating like he does now, or he will lose weight and muscle mass. Your ... | |
| obese 11 yr old | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I just ordered your program for my 11 year old son. He's 150 lbs, 4'10" and I'm desperate. He's ... A: When you get the program you will see the portion sizes that he should eat. You can substitute any ... | |
| weight loss | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: im 17 6-3 and 180 pounds im not overweight but i am a little bit chubby i have already lost 17 ... A: Keep doing what you are doing, it's working. Just make sure you are eating a protein food at least ... | |
| Burn Fat | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: I'm 15 and i was just wanting some help, like could you tell me a solid diet to burn fat as fast as ... A: because you are not overweight, just increase your daily exercise. Strive for at least 45 minutes of ... | |
| Feeling hungry | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I have just purchased the Slimkids program for my daughter. I am curious as to whether there are ... A: Free foods would be low cal or calorie free foods like sugar free jello, pickles and cut up ... | |
| Want to lose 20 pounds | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: My name is Ajay, I'm 15, 5'11, and 181 pounds. I am tall, and I carry my weight very well. I also ... A: To lose weight, you will have to eat less calories than your body needs. The body will be forced to ... | |
| over eating | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: my daughter is 9, she is a healthy eater. she eats lots of veggies, fruits, proteins and whole ... A: Try smaller meals spaced out during the day. Limit carb foods like fruit juices, white bread, excess ... | |
| Tired of being over weight... | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: My names Ben, and obesity has been a struggle for me for years. I'm currently 16 almost 17 now and ... A: First I am sorry for the loss of your mother. Emotional eating is something that you will have to ... | |
| Belly Size/Belly Fat | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: so I'm trying to do two things. My stomach is kind of big from the big portion meals/snacks I eat ... A: Try smaller higher protein meals and snacks throughout the day, say 5 meals per day. If each meal ... | |
| Im 17 and have PCOS | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: Im 17 and was diagn0sed with pcos when i was 13.i am finding it extremely difficult to lose ... A: I don't know of any supplement that will help you lose weight. PCOS should not cause you to gain ... | |
| my waistline | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I am 26 years old, 5 feet 3 inch tall and my weight is 109 pounds. I have a waistline of 30 inch ... A: You are already under weight for your height, plus you are showing signs of malnutrition. Low iron ... | |
| Diet | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: i want to get down to 150 i do not really exercise although i know i should but i was wondering what ... A: if you are homebound due to medical problems, and you are unable to walk outside, then you need to ... | |
| Diet | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: i want to get down to 150 i do not really exercise although i know i should but i was wondering what ... A: If you want to lose weight, you have to motivate yourself to do it. You have to move it to lose it. ... | |
| What should I do? | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: I'm 16, 5'3" and I was 157 pounds but I lost about 17 pounds in two months eating a very nutritious ... A: You can't prevent a plateau, so don't plan your meals and work-outs around that. Continue with your ... | |
| plz help me!! | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: heyyyy! I am sixteen, I'm really short for my age (5'2) and I weigh about 145lb's. I'm overweight, I ... A: Do you want to lose weight for you, or do you want to lose weight for your mom? Lose weight if you ... | |
| Weight loss calculation | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I am an adult male. I am trying to calculate out how much weight I can expect to loss in 4 weeks if ... A: Each pound is equal to on average 3500 calories. If you are maintaining your weight now and drop 500 ... | |
| Why am I hungrier and what's with the added weight? | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I've been getting into really good exercise for about a year now. First I started off with very ... A: you are a growing teenager and you are comparing your body to an adult body. Most of the exercise ... | |
| Carbs? | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: Laura My 16 year old daughter is overweight but not obese. She seems to carry most of her weight on ... A: In my opinion, carbs are the culprit and here's why: foods that contain a lot of carbohydrates ... | |
| Am I being healthy or not? | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: Im a 14 year old girl who is 5 feet and 2 inches. In September I weighed 155 pounds, but in about ... A: Under 1000 calories per day is considered a very low calorie diet and you should be under the ... | |
| Just want to lose some weight | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I am 16 years old, 5'4 and about 170 lbs. Most of my friends would never believe this, because I ... A: Portions do count. If you eat a really big meal at one sitting, the body cannot burn off all that ... | |
| Hard to loose weight | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: Kraemer, Im a college swimmer. Im extremely athletic but I struggle with my weight It slows me ... A: If you are one of those people that finds it hard to lose weight despite all the exercise, then try ... | |
| Teenage Diet | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I would like to ask a question about teenage diet. (I am 16 years old right now) Currently I am in a ... A: When you quit playing basketball, your muscles should get softer and feel less firm. The only way to ... | |
| Different metabolisms | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: Laura Have you ever encountered a situation like mine? My husband and I have three kids. They look ... A: In response to your question, yes I have gotten e-mails from families that have just your same ... | |
| 50 lbs | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering how long it would take me to lose 50 lbs.also if i wanted to lose 50lbs in about 5 ... A: Everybody has a different metabolism, so you have to give it a week or two and see what you lose. If ... | |
| 50 lbs | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering how long it would take me to lose 50 lbs.also if i wanted to lose 50lbs in about 5 ... A: Angela, To lose 50 pounds in 165 days will be tough to do, but you can do it if you exercise a lot. ... | |
| Eating at Night | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I'm a college freshman who recently gained about 5 lbs after I moved into college. I used to weigh ... A: If you have gained weight, then you have eaten more calories than your body could utilize. The ... | |
| weight loss | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I am 16 years old and would like to lose some weight i used to weight 120 pounds when i was 15 and ... A: Try to remember what you ate and the amount of activity you used to do when you weighed 120 pounds. ... | |
| weight loss | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: and 125 by the end of the school year.is it possible and how many calories should i eat and burn. ... A: Try to stick with one goal at a time. Losing 30 pounds in 12 weeks is what I suggest. You will have ... | |
| Will I see any results in weight loss from this? | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I basically just started to eat just fruits and vegetables and whole wheat bread lately. My goal is ... A: If the total amount of calories from your fruit, vegetables and bread is under 2000 per day, you ... | |
| Weight | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering what i diets you reccomend? I try to walk 25mins a day I looked into weight watchers ... A: I recommend that you increase your walking to 45 minutes per day and start weight lifting to ... | |
| weight loss.. | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm 13 years old and I do sometimes get picked on by this girl at school. I loathe her, and she ... A: I can't make you do anything you don't want to do. You confess to eating poorly and being lazy. That ... | |
| Muscles or fat? | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I'm 12, with a height of 160cm, and a weight of 44.2kg. I actually weighed 45.5kg in June, and was ... A: You are still growing, therefore your weight should increase due to bones and muscle mass growing. ... | |
| Wieght loss | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: I'm thirteen, weigh 162 pounds and am 5.3". What is the healthy wieght for my age? And how would I ... A: A healthy weight for your height would depend on your bone structure and muscle mass. A starting ... | |
| Healthy Weight for Tall Child | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: My child just turned 7 and is 4'7" and weighs 100lbs. The BMI calculator considers that obese due to ... A: If you go by the growth percentile chart, then a healthy weight for a 7 year old boy who is seven ... | |
| bad eating habits | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a female friend who is 21. She is 5'5 and I do not know her weight, but I would assume she is ... A: She should lose weight eating only 600 calories per day unless the day she eats whatever she wants, ... | |
| Seriously Help | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: I need a honest intelligent and logical explanation PLEASE! I play football not scholastic or ... A: Lets get down to the basic facts of gaining weight in the form of muscle. Muscle will grow when it ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| weight | 4/24/2007 |
| Q: A: Genise, If your doctor said it was Ok then hopefully you have started the exercise program already. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| :) | 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| weight loss | 8/29/2006 |
| Q: A: To lose weight you have to reduce your calories and exercise daily. Start with 1500-1800 calories ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| ... | 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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: ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| -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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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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Please, no anorexia, weight gain, or adult weight loss or health questions, only questions pertaining to children and teenager weight loss issues. Developed the Slimkids.com Healthy Weight Control Program. Uses only approved methods for weight control and can help puzzled parents, children and teens with their weight loss issues.
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Laura Kraemer RN,BSN,CPN has 28 years experience in the health services. Her background in nutrition, pediatric nursing, child development, and child health education combined with a commitment to promoting healthy living, has led to the development of the Slimkids Healthy Weight Control Program for kids and teens found at Slimkids.com.
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Certified pediatric registered nurse, BSN in Nursing from SUNY Brockport, NY.
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