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About Nevil Kapadia
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Expertise
Losing weight safely, naturally and permanently. The absolute best exercises for your personal goal. How to use food choices to lower medication.

Experience
15 years with a passion for fitness and healthy eating information. Mentored by some of the world's foremost nutrition experts.

Education/Credentials
S.A.Q Master Practioner of N.L.P. Independent Herbalife Distributor

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Nevil Kapadia 
In Category  Nutrition & Dieting

SubjectDate Asked

medications and supplements9/29/2008
  Q: My husband has high blood pressure and takes 4 medications, one of which is a blood thinner or water ...
  A: Rene, I cannot comment on the products or company as I have never heard of them. I had a quick look ...
why no weight loss?9/19/2008
  Q: I've been obese for a long time, i weigh 330 lbs. recently i moved to a different area so I dont eat ...
  A: .well, it's now so obvious why you are not getting anywhere. Just look at the junk you're eating!!! ...
why no weight loss?9/14/2008
  Q: I've been obese for a long time, i weigh 330 lbs. recently i moved to a different area so I dont eat ...
  A: Could you please let me know what you currently eat on a daily basis. Set out everything you have ...
Skinny/Fat8/31/2008
  Q: I am 6 foot 1 ,155 pounds with thin limbs, but there is still fat around my stomach. I am confused, ...
  A: Sounds like you do not eat enough protein like lean fish/meat/chicken every day. You can see how ...
Body shape look Like girl8/26/2008
  Q: Sir, My age is 25 and weight is about 75 KG.My problem is that my chest look like woman chest ...
  A: Zaheer, This really is a simple case of eating good quality protein from lean fish/meat/chicken and ...
help8/18/2008
  Q: my name is Bianca and i am 18, and I'm on here asking you a question for my sister who is 13 and i ...
  A: BIANCA- DANCING IS A GREAT EXERCISE BUT IT IS MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU EAT THAT COUNTS. ALSO, IF YOU TRY ...
weight loss8/15/2008
  Q: I excercise for atleast two hours daily, and eat less than 1000 calories a day but I'm still a ...
  A: Brittney, You are probably not eating enough of the right foods. 1000 cals sounds way too little ...
protein8/11/2008
  Q: What is the minimum protein that I need daily at 80 kilograms and 50% bodyfat? I'm 23 years old ...
  A: Xiao, You've just hit on one of the main reasons people find weight management so difficult. Their ...
advice please.7/21/2008
  Q: I am 25 year old man looking to lose some weight. Right now, I try to eat healthy, and I exercise ...
  A: It is possible to lose the pounds but it all depends on your metabolism and how you use the energy ...
nutrition7/12/2008
  Q: is the brown paper-like coating on peanuts in the shell nutritious and ok to eat when trying to lose ...
  A: As long as you are not talking about 'coated' nuts then it is pure nutrition- so go ahead and eat it ...
diet7/6/2008
  Q: I am 34 years old with 157 cm tall and 54 kg (weight). I have a little belly and I don't like it. I ...
  A: Shiva, We all have time for exercise- it's just a question of how much we really want to improve ...
new job6/29/2008
  Q: Nevil I have started a new job as a transit bus driver. I have been told some of the hazards are ...
  A: Congratulations on your new job! Yes- I agree with what you've been told, although it will only ...
6pack/bellyfat6/14/2008
  Q: im workin to get a 6 pack and on some site it says i have to loose belly fat so i can see the 6 pack ...
  A: It is true that you do all the stomach exercises in the world and have a 6-pack, but it won't show ...
weight6/8/2008
  Q: I am a 5’2” 140 lb 44-year-old female. About 5 years ago, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. ...
  A: I am sorry you have been put through this series of emotions by the medical profession. We have ...
Weight Loss Plateau6/8/2008
  Q: I've been on a diet since the beginning of march and at first my body shape changed dramatically, I ...
  A: Nadine, Firstly- congratulations on what you are doing: integrating weights and making sure you are ...
Retired gymnast and weight gain6/4/2008
  Q: I quit/retired from gymnastics about 8 years ago but still workout on a fairly regular basis. When I ...
  A: As a gymnast and also knowing other gymnasts, I guess you were on quite a strict diet. If so, that ...
weight loss6/4/2008
  Q: I am a 17 year old girl. I stand 5ft tall and weigh 42-43 kgs. Earlier I weighed 56 kgs but then I ...
  A: Madhura, You won't succeed long term with that kind of diet! Ditch the flour food and replace it ...
soy protein6/3/2008
  Q: I have been advised by my heart specialist to take 25 grms. of soy protein a day mixed in fruit ...
  A: Soy is excellent for all round health and especially for the heart and vascular system. And 25g is ...
Diet & Fitness5/31/2008
  Q: Okay, I am 15 years old, and am somewhere between 5'6'' and 5'7''. I weigh 124 lbs. I ride horses 3x ...
  A: Melanie- at age 15 it is only necesary to take action if you are very overweight (just look in the ...
alcohol and dieting5/22/2008
  Q: ..i am really on a good diet and have lsot about 5 kilos slowly....i was just wondering (i only have ...
  A: If you had said you wanted to have a couple of drinks on a night out, I would say it is fine. But ...
weight loss5/20/2008
  Q: I am really desperate right now. I have been trying to lose weight since last year and I've been ...
  A: Unless you are a midget, eating 700 cals a day is a sure way of regaining permanent fat in the long ...
Shifting calories diet5/19/2008
  Q: Would you recommend this diet? http://SampleDiets.CalorieShiftingDiet.info Thank you very much :)
  A: Well- you don't have to look far to see how much general knowledge is contained within the ...
weight loss formy 12 year old daughter5/19/2008
  Q: my daughter is an active twelve year old who plays rep basketball and trains twice a week. She eats ...
  A: At age 12 you really do not want to be messing about with diets- especially if your daughter is not ...
Gained it Fast and Can't Seem to Lose it.5/4/2008
  Q: I gained around TEN pounds in two weeks, and now I have a small belly. My stomach used to be really ...
  A: OK- looks like you need to be really disciplined in your new habits if you want to get back into ...
Over-weight4/30/2008
  Q: I am 30/f from India. I am 5'2 tall and I weigh about 190 lbs / 86 Kgs. I plan to have a baby by ...
  A: Khushnam, Whenever anyone asked me about weight loss and pregnancy I always look at the health of ...
atkins4/29/2008
  Q: if i go on the low carb diet eating only 20 grams per day will i lose 30 pounds by june 27"
  A: There is no straight forward answer to this kind of question. More to the point, you be asking ...
inches4/25/2008
  Q: I am 5ft 2.5 inches tall and 22 years old and in the past year I have lost 43 pounds going from 170 ...
  A: The part of your body you refer to is actually one of the hardest to lose fat from, for the majority ...
Losing muscle mass?4/15/2008
  Q: First of all, I want to say I really appreciate you volunteering your time to help others =] ...
  A: I wouldn't go the route of losing muscle mass as that will drop your energy and metabolism and ...
loose skin4/14/2008
  Q: I have recently lost 102 pounds with Weight Watchers. I have about 20 more to go. I feel great, I ...
  A: It is a total myth that weights will make you gain weight (fat). It is the opposite- doing intense ...
Weight loss4/9/2008
  Q: I am 52kg and 1.6m in height. My goal weight is to be 48kg. I have been dieting and exercising for ...
  A: The answer is quite simple- eat a lot more and eat a lot more of the right foods! You need energy ...
body fat loss4/6/2008
  Q: i'm interested in losing some body fat. my chest and arms aren't very fat but i can't seem to get ...
  A: The belly fat can be the most stubborn part to lose as it is prone to stress as well as what you ...
Carbohydrates Diet3/30/2008
  Q: I love eating and carbs and can live on the only. Is there any diet that limits intake to carbs ...
  A: Miriam, I do not give out recommendations on diets as none of them work. You must have a fully ...
Weight loss plateau and physical challenges3/28/2008
  Q: Nevil. I am having some challenges with weight loss and an exercise routine. I am 5 ft. 9 inches ...
  A: You have already accomplished a lot and this plateau may be something you will have to live with if ...
Man boobs and belly fat3/26/2008
  Q: I am a 23 year old male and since i gave up playing football i have conitnued to gain wait, but only ...
  A: As a man who has gone through this I would be happy to help you. It would been a discussion on the ...
403/26/2008
  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, I am not into trying to lose weight quickly, as it ALWAYS ends up with thye fat coming on ...
Weight Loss Question3/24/2008
  Q: How are you doing? I'm wondering what I can do to lose weight successfully long-term, naturally for ...
  A: You are certainly a very serious person and so please do not take my comments in any other way, ...
About canned tuna fish and heating method3/19/2008
  Q: Many thanks in advance for your help. I am a 25-year-old male from Shanghai, China. I have been ...
  A: Where possible, go for fresh foods. But in the end you can only do what is achievable for you. ...
over waight3/17/2008
  Q: My 8yrs daughter is over waight.she has very fatty tummy.can you suggest me please which types ...
  A: Shaheen, It's probably nothing to do with just exercise. As long as your daughter is active during ...
gaining weight3/17/2008
  Q: due to a throat problem,i have been prescribed 7 bottles of fortisip daily will this amount help me ...
  A: Fortisip is very similar in what it should do to our nutrition shakes (see my site below). They are ...
Partially hydrogenated oils3/16/2008
  Q: I just wanted to know if foods containing partially hydrogenated oils, mono-diglicerides and wheat ...
  A: Nate, Stay clear of any 'hydrogenated' substances. It is not that they cause weight gain, it is ...
weight loss3/13/2008
  Q: I have started working out again 4-6 times a week after stopping for a few months...but have noticed ...
  A: There is water in every cell of our body, so they are partially correct. The repairing is when the ...
weight loss3/10/2008
  Q: I am 30 yrs old and just starting to get concerned about my fitness/body. Never too late. I want to ...
  A: The secret is to develop a habit so that long term weight management is not a chore or forced ...
weight loss3/10/2008
  Q: I have started working out again 4-6 times a week after stopping for a few months...but have noticed ...
  A: If you are losing the inches then it means you are doing great! What is happening is that your ...
Lose weight by June 19 for trip3/9/2008
  Q: I have a trip to Las Vegas for my 23rd birthday on June 19. I currently weight 170lbs and am 5'2'' ...
  A: The trick is to understand the types of food you eat regularly and in what portion size. ...
weight loss3/3/2008
  Q: I am getting married on APril 18th but have put on weight since i got my dress and now it does not ...
  A: I'll be brutally honest with you. Any type of diet will work in the short run- you can starve ...
headache3/3/2008
  Q: Just wondering if there are any foods that help with neck pain/headaches, maybe certain foods to ...
  A: Try high quality marine supplements, plenty of water each day, and colourful veg. Avoid processed ...
green tea3/1/2008
  Q: How much green tea should I drink to lose weight? Do I need to excercise and drink green tea or ...
  A: I do not know where you have got your information from but my advice would be to look elsewhere. ...
weight loss and fitness3/1/2008
  Q: i am from wales and i been rugby training twice a week and playing every saturday but i seem not to ...
  A: As a rugby player you need to make sure you maintain your protein (from lean ...
energy drinks2/29/2008
  Q: are there any energy drinks or pills on the market without caffeine, that will give you a boost ...
  A: Yes there are energy drinks/tablets that do not contain caffeine. Ours is called N.R.G. (Natures Raw ...
energy drinks2/27/2008
  Q: are there any energy drinks or pills on the market without caffeine, that will give you a boost ...
  A: Need to know which country you are in to answer that. Our own range differs from country to country, ...
weight loss (stomach)2/26/2008
  Q: I am a 28 year old female. I am 5'5 and weigh 135 lbs. I have a "tire" around my waist. From right ...
  A: Your question is probably one of the most common- how to lose the stomach fat. I'll be totally open ...
Toning2/26/2008
  Q: I know I am not over weight and am happy with my weight but would like to tone up and burn some ...
  A: Firstly, just wanted to make sure you understand that you need to INCREASE your metabolism to lose ...
Dieting2/25/2008
  Q: I’m a 55 year old white man weighing 270 pounds and I’m 100 pounds over weight. I’m very depressed ...
  A: I can understand how you feel as I have many clients I coach and provide nutrition for, who are in ...
How to loose weight2/21/2008
  Q: I'm 5'4" and 169lbs. I would like to loose a total of 25lbs over the next 4 months. How should I ...
  A: It is really a simple process of understanding what foods will allow you to increase your metabolism ...
Gymnast-Diet2/20/2008
  Q: Hey, my name's Samie, im an 18 year old gymnast. Im 5'3" and 118ish pounds. I have several ...
  A: Your diet should be more aligned with a semi-pro athlete. So the biggest factor is that you are ...
ending "binge cycle" - proper weight loss, and expectations2/18/2008
  Q: I'm 19 years old, and a sophomore in college. I've been struggling with binge eating disorder for ...
  A: You need a real motivating reason to want to change and then whatever you do will be a natural ...
diet soda2/18/2008
  Q: I drink about two 20 oz bottles of diet soda a day. Someone told me that after a while of drinking ...
  A: Shulamis, Soda of any kind will affect fat loss so just ditch it and replace with water or green ...
502/17/2008
  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: 40-50lbs is achievable and not unhealthy either. Obviously, I would suggest my method as being the ...
calories2/14/2008
  Q: I read that each pound requires 12 calories to maintain its weight. therefore at 190lbs x 12 = 2280 ...
  A: Unfortunately, it's way complex than you suggest. However, if people were to have to understand ...
I've hit a Plateau2/12/2008
  Q: I've been dieting and exercising consistently since December and have been losing about 2 lbs a ...
  A: You must be patient for a proper result that will stick for the long term. A plateau normally means ...
New diet2/8/2008
  Q: I am trying a diet as follows Breakfast - Bagel / Baguette / Pita bread - Turkey breast (lots) ...
  A: Are you doing body building as this is a heck of a lot to eat! It would be excellent if you are and ...
Food/Weightloss2/6/2008
  Q: Am Hispanic male diabetic type II, since age 40, now 60. My BP keeps going up and my Dr. keeps ...
  A: It is all about balancing your nutrition. As a person who is diabetic you must watch your sugar ...
dropping some weight2/4/2008
  Q: ive been training mma for awhile and decided to take it out into amateur competitions to see how ill ...
  A: The principal is very simple actually. You need to increase your protein intake especially straight ...
Can you help me?1/16/2008
  Q: I'm looking for the very best quality vitamin at any price. I am looking for yeast free. Thanks in ...
  A: Wow! What direct question...I'll give you a direct answer. You can go to my site below to find out ...
weight lose1/14/2008
  Q: i am 23 years old and my weight is about 230 pounds. I want to lose 30 pounds in 90 days. thats why ...
  A: Quit the chemicals for a start- they will only give short term effect and long term ill health. Do ...
loss of weight after child birth1/14/2008
  Q: I had delivered a healthy baby 8 months ago by C-sec. I am 27 years old. Although, I am eating ...
  A: Obviously have a check with your doctor to make sure there is nothing unusual going on. The best ...
calorie intake1/9/2008
  Q: my 17 year old son starting lifting weights and wants to put on some muscle weight, how many ...
  A: You can get a ball park idea from my site below. Then it is a question of monitoring progress over ...
701/8/2008
  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: You don't say what your current stats are so there is no way to answer this. generally though, a ...
Recovering Anorexic1/7/2008
  Q: I'm a recovering anorexic female, aged 21. I have recently gained 7 lbs. At my lowest weight I was ...
  A: We have had a lot of experience helping people just the same as yourself- so have confidence that ...
What else can I do?1/6/2008
  Q: I have just recently decided to do something about the extra 25 lbs that I have been carrying ...
  A: With figures you have provided, you require about 80g of protein a day- that is the equivalent of ...
weight1/1/2008
  Q: i hear that when you lose weight you lose weight from top to bottom... starting with your face to ...
  A: It is more complex than just what you mention. You need to have a balanced daily nutrition, water, ...
Protein Supplement and Calorie intake advice12/28/2007
  Q: I am after some advice on nutrition and possible supplements I can use to help with my New Year ...
  A: You seem to be doing all the right exercises, apart from one thing-why do you need 3-4 sessions of ...
Weight Loss12/19/2007
  Q: I am a 21 year old female, I weight 158 ilbs & would like to get down to 130-135. I have been doing ...
  A: the major change should be with your eating habits. You are not eating enough and certainly not the ...
diet with my exercise.12/14/2007
  Q: I have belly and love handle fat issues. I just started routine exercise. I had the problem of ...
  A: First I would like to deal with the most important aspect- attitude! Focusing on trying to lose ...
belly12/13/2007
  Q: I am 50,in good health. I have been exercising faithfully for months,jogging for 30 minutes on the ...
  A: Please do not go on what others are like or you'll convince yourself that it is called 'genetic' and ...
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: The belly fat is a difficult area to get rid off as this is the most resistent due to our bodies ...
Questions about lack of weight loss12/10/2007
  Q: After I had my first child 6 years ago I went on Weight Watchers and lost all of my "baby fat" with ...
  A: I'll say it out front: you do not need the Wellbutrin, and it is highly likely the cause of what you ...
protein12/6/2007
  Q: for breakfast my fiance and i are having a smoothie made with banana, strawberry, dannon vanilla ...
  A: My advice for canned food is to stay away from it. It is usually devoid of nutrients and the ...
protein12/6/2007
  Q: for breakfast my fiance and i are having a smoothie made with banana, strawberry, dannon vanilla ...
  A: It looks quite good what you are doing! If you can find a proper blend of soy and whey protein that ...
losing weight and weight lifting11/30/2007
  Q: people have said that weight lifting will help you bulk up and lose weight. i doing weight training ...
  A: David, Losing weight and bulking up are counterproductive. Muscle weighs 4 times as much as fat. If ...
white rice-reg11/29/2007
  Q: Why isn't white rice considered healthy by nutritionists? In my part of the world, most people eat ...
  A: Unfortunately, what you have done is go from bad to worse in switching from rice to flour. The ...
wedding11/29/2007
  Q: I am 20 and my fiance is 22. We will be getting married on February 9th which is exactly 73 days ...
  A: Andrea- I'll be upfront and blatently honest with you. The natural programmes i provide are some of ...
Less Starchy or No Starch Substitution11/26/2007
  Q: I have high cholesterol and triglycerides and am on medication for them. I switched from potatoes to ...
  A: The reason you want large helpings is because rice/potato etc does not keep you full for long so ...
Hip Hop Abs11/25/2007
  Q: so my stomach is not huge or anything but it does have somewhat of a thick layer of fat that i ...
  A: I can't help you on hip hop abs as I've never come across that one! Any exercise that involves using ...
confused11/24/2007
  Q: I am a cheerleader, so I work out 3 times a week right now for about 2.5 hours, and I'm getting ...
  A: Knowing some cheerleaders, I know the amount of energy you girls use up- so I am sure it is not ...
losing permenant weight11/23/2007
  Q: i am a 19 year old female, 5"1" in height, and i weigh 44kg. I really wanna lose some weight safely, ...
  A: Stivi, Any diet that cuts out a food group or cuts down your food intake will be short lived and ...
june11/23/2007
  Q: also i don't understand why i gain so weight i barely eat i know on a average day i only about 1000 ...
  A: Tasha, By NOT concentrating on how much you can lose in weight, you will achieve your best bodyshape ...
improving health and fitness11/21/2007
  Q: I'm a seventeen year old girl and have had eating problems since I was about twelve (a combination ...
  A: Let me address the nutrition first. You provide a few clues as to what you consider good food- ...
how much weight loss?11/9/2007
  Q: I have been trying to cut back on calories without going on some crazy kind of diet. I try to hover ...
  A: I am so happy that you understand about fat and muscle as too many people just blindly go by the ...
creatine11/8/2007
  Q: i was wondering what your opinion is on creatine monohydrate. i take a spoonful after my workout ...
  A: Creatine is only really useful if you are into serious bodybuilding. In all other aspects it is a ...
weight loss program11/6/2007
  Q: how are you? I have a goal to lose 15 lbs by the end of January. I am 31 yrs old, female, 5'3", ...
  A: You seem to have all the foundations ready! Now we need to compliment your enthusiasm for exercise ...
Dieting10/19/2007
  Q: I've been trying to lose about 10 pounds but can't seem to do so. Can't figure which foods I'm ...
  A: I'm with you on the confusion with regard to the numerous diets. That's why I have such a successful ...
Is this for real?10/16/2007
  Q: I stumbled across these two products: Shirataki noodles ...
  A: The Shirataki one's look the best as they are actually a plant root as opposed to a form of wheat. ...
no veggie dieting10/14/2007
  Q: i don't like raw veggies. i like cucumbers and pickles. other than that i only eat SOME cooked ...
  A: Amanda, You really have two options: 1. Concentrate all your energy on expanding and enjoying a ...
Weight loss10/10/2007
  Q: ..I weigh 170 lb and I would like to lose 35-40 lb. I am 5'5" tall. I specifically want to lose ...
  A: You give one sensible question and one dangerous question. The sensible one is about losing body ...
hi9/20/2007
  Q: i'm losing more weight and i'n starting to see my muscles starting to protrude rather than the lumpy ...
  A: Guy, There is no such this as spot reduction, as much as we would all like to believe! The chin may ...
lactose9/17/2007
  Q: If lactose is the sugar in milk, and I buy 100% lactose free milk, why does the label indicate some ...
  A: Jon, Lactose is just one component of pasteurised (or as I prefer to call it-poisoned)milk. There ...
abs workout9/14/2007
  Q: i have been doing exercise everyday. but am confused about my abs workout. is it better to do the ...
  A: In short, there is no extra advantage on doing them on different days. What you should be focusing ...
dropping my gut!!!9/13/2007
  Q: hey doc, i will try to be as brief as possilbe, i am a 35y, former college athlete(basketball) that ...
  A: I'll be frank and honest up front with you. I have had no experience of any diets or eating plans ...
weight loss9/7/2007
  Q: i dont understand the way calories work, you cant burn up around 1000 per day? I use a treadmill for ...
  A: The answer to your questions lies in the fact that calories are not all equal. You can eat a 500 ...
609/5/2007
  Q: also i 20 years old now and i wanted to know if i lost 60 will i have loose skin?"
  A: The best way to look and feel great is to stop looking at the scales. Concentrate on fat percentage ...
Binge Eating Disorder8/31/2007
  Q: I just finished "bingeing"... and feel extremely sick. It was around 1600 calories, and has been ...
  A: You've hinted at the correct approach in your question. Trying to restrict gives you the same ...
excess calories, and scared!8/25/2007
  Q: . I am recovering from an eating disorder (well, I have been in recovery for a little over a year ...
  A: I have to be honest with you. You are looking at the wrong area. Nothing will happen nutritionally ...
binged this week - help8/5/2007
  Q: I'm 5'2" and 114 pounds... trying to lose weight (about 10 pounds). Right now I'm struggling with ...
  A: It's not how much you are doing, more about what you are doing. Intensive weight training is the ...
working out8/5/2007
  Q: well my problem is that i weigh in around 245. i workout 6 times a week and have been doing so for 3 ...
  A: The exercises you are doing will definitely help to lose the fat IF AND ONLY IF you support it with ...
margarine/butter7/30/2007
  Q: I have a friend that is the same age as me,51,but he is skinny as a rail while I am portly. We are ...
  A: Reducing the amount of butter will definitely help although I am sure there are other very important ...
starvation mode7/20/2007
  Q: i have read about people going in starvation mode to lose weight, i recently spoke to a dietician ...
  A: Imran, The fortisip is just a temporary measure. You must take control of your own eating and ...
not losing weight7/19/2007
  Q: I am a 54 year old woman who has never had a weight problem until 1 year ago when my periods began ...
  A: Let me first say that your situation is very common and the methods you are trying, although ...
weight loss7/18/2007
  Q: Am i eating to much salad i have salad five days out of seven I exercise six mornings a week for ...
  A: Very simply, replace the salad with lean protein from fish/chicken/meat/soy etc and colourful fresh ...
fast weight loss before school7/12/2007
  Q: I really want to loose weight before beginning my first year at high school. it seems as though i ...
  A: Kara, Your health and, therefore, your entire future, will depend on how you think and what you ...
how can i tone up my legs and gain muscle?7/12/2007
  Q: And thank you ahead of time for taking the time to read this! I am a 21 year old female, 5'2", and ...
  A: As you already have a very focused diet and decent exercise regime we need to look into the detail. ...
lose 4yr college beer gut, gain back old muscle7/8/2007
  Q: I’m hoping you could help me. I’m in need of a weight loss regiment that would help me to gain a ...
  A: The basic principle behind gaining muscle in a healthy manner is to include a higher amount of ...
weight loss7/6/2007
  Q: i am 19 yrs old ,namritha from india.my height is 5ft and i am 55kgs.i really wanna become slim n ...
  A: Namritha, Firstly I only advise on nutrition and not medicine as I truly believe it is not required. ...
Diet and Energy7/5/2007
  Q: I am on a weight lifting regiment. I go to work at 6 am and return home around 4:40 pm. I hit the ...
  A: Your energy, or lack of it, may be a thyroid problem and it is worth getting that checked. However, ...
blood pressure food7/4/2007
  Q: can you tell me if it is good to eat chillies and hot pepper sauce as i have high blood pressure ...
  A: Spices, in moderation are perfectly fine for you and in fact, will help with overall health. Just ...
Detox7/2/2007
  Q: I would like to seek your advise regarding my plan to detox. I am 26 years old female and healthy :) ...
  A: I would not recommend a detox unless you are willing to change your circumstances. The detox will ...
weight lossand nutrition6/28/2007
  Q: I recently had a baby girl and have a belly. What are some good exercises to help me with losing ...
  A: I can recommend a great resource called www.workoutpass.com I use it for my clients and myself as ...
i need your help6/26/2007
  Q: I'm 17 years old, 5'1" and 105 lbs. I was always really skinny compared to others at my high school, ...
  A: Ali, I am getting the impression from the way you write, that all of this may have a lot to do with ...
Abs6/19/2007
  Q: I look slim but i do have teh fat stored in my hips and thighs. I used to run before nad i havent in ...
  A: The 'love handles' are the most difficult area of fat to lose and require you to be quite ...
Is ephedra free Hydroxycut safe?6/16/2007
  Q: I have just started taking ephedra free carb control Hydroxycut. Frankly, I am quite apprehensive of ...
  A: In my opinion, I would not bother with anything synthetic as there is so much natural and herbal ...
Cabbage Soup Diet6/14/2007
  Q: I am making Cabbage Soup Diet (I know it is not healthy on long term), but my question if I eat raw ...
  A: Sir, Eating cabbage will not give you any results other than very smelly stools! Don't even go down ...
Abs6/13/2007
  Q: i have a dillema. I only have a little bit of fat left on my stomach and it just wont go away. I ...
  A: Eddie, I'm guessing you are under 18 years as you said you are at school. In order for an adult to ...
I have a couple questions.6/1/2007
  Q: I have a couple questions about a couple things and I hope you can help me with them. A few things ...
  A: I can't understand why your weight would go down if you are not doing anything specific. It must be ...
cholesterol5/31/2007
  Q: I’m trying to lower my bad cholesterol and I have a couple of questions that maybe you can answer. ...
  A: Randy, Excellent that the bad cholesterol is coming down- and I'm glad your doctor has ...
weight loss5/26/2007
  Q: Iam from India. and I want Indian diet paln to reduce my weight. Iam 5ft 1 in in height and 137lb ...
  A: Hyma, Absolutely! We actually started in California 27 years ago! One of our growing markets is in ...
weight loss5/24/2007
  Q: Iam from India. and I want Indian diet paln to reduce my weight. Iam 5ft 1 in in height and 137lb ...
  A: As you live in India, you have an abundance of wholesome veg and, if your religion permits it, ...
lose weight5/23/2007
  Q: I am 5'0" and my weight is 128 lbs,recently i had lost almost 15 lbs,i usually did it with healthy ...
  A: I can't comment on how you lost your weight as I don't know what you consider as healthy, apart from ...
Natural Appetite Suppressant5/13/2007
  Q: I was wondering if you could recommend a natural, healthy appetite suppressant?
  A: Natural appetite suppresants are predominantly protein based. Protein is found in lean ...
6 weeks5/13/2007
  Q: how can i lose 20 pounds in six weeks. i am 19 and 205 pounds
  A: There are 3 pillars to lose weight safely and finally: 1. correct balance of quality food 2. water ...
partially hydrogenated guar gum5/10/2007
  Q: I recently picked up a chewable fiber+calcium container (Walgreens brand) and saw that it contained ...
  A: You are absolutely correct that you should avoid hydrogenated or trans-fats in your diet. They have ...
hypothroidism wanna lose weight5/3/2007
  Q: Kapadia, I from Pakistan. I weigh 114 KG and have hypothroidism and gout. recent test show that I ...
  A: With a thyroid problem most people use thyroxin medication. If you use this or similar make sure you ...
Eating4/24/2007
  Q: On Friday, Saturday and Sunday I eat whatever I want - usually Steak, potatoes, hamburger + hotdogs. ...
  A: By weighted ab excercises you can do many things with stretch bands or a 3-5kg ball. 1. Lying on ...
weight4/24/2007
  Q:
  A: Genise, First- find a new doctor. He/she obviously has no concern about your health. If you follow ...
Eating4/23/2007
  Q: On Friday, Saturday and Sunday I eat whatever I want - usually Steak, potatoes, hamburger + hotdogs. ...
  A: I'll come straight to the point as I have grave concerns about your future. The enourmous stress you ...
Rebound exercise4/23/2007
  Q: Is it true that people can lose 150 calories by doing rebound exercise for 2 minutes? What if I ...
  A: It is true that rebound exercises can burn a lot of calories- and they are les stressful on the ...
eating less4/18/2007
  Q: hey i was wondering how much pounds can i lose by june 27? also i hear people say i should eat 1400 ...
  A: Natasha, Please read what I have put in my previous answer- you cannot safely lose the fat by ...
Over weight4/15/2007
  Q: My age is 26 years old and I left GEM at age of 21 and got computer professional Job. So I am not ...
  A: Difficult to give you the best advice without knowing what you eat now. Hop on over to ...
eating less4/15/2007
  Q: hey i was wondering how much pounds can i lose by june 27? also i hear people say i should eat 1400 ...
  A: It sounds like you are starving your body and that is why you are putting on the fat. Also, your ...
Question4/7/2007
  Q: I am 48,in good health,quite active(I exercise almost daily) but chubby. I have always eaten less ...
  A: You present an interesting question, in that I beleive you are hiding behind thyroid and slow ...
403/29/2007
  Q: Is it possible to lose 40 lbs. in three months and if so how?
  A: It is posssible to do anything you want to. You could get an operation done or you could go on any ...
Falling...3/29/2007
  Q: I apologize before hand for taking any of your valuable time. I am a 30 years old male suffering ...
  A: Robbie, First, I must say you have more guts and confidence in being able to put your feelings onto ...
help me3/27/2007
  Q: Ok so im 19 and ive been overweight for almost my whole life. im so sick of it and i really am ...
  A: I can hear your pain in your words so please take what I say to heart... it's not the exercise that ...
hi..teen advice3/26/2007
  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: I'm not going to be easy on you! You have really put your body through intense changes at such a ...
weight loss3/24/2007
  Q: I am 25 and almost out of college. Recently I've noticed that I've gained a fairly large spare tire ...
  A: I salute your great attitude and for taking self-responsibility for your actions. There is a golden ...
Lose Fat3/22/2007
  Q: I've been working out for two hours 3 -4 times a week(cardio 35 min, weight lifting 1 hour and 25 ...
  A: Before you go getting a doctor's advice on something that may not be required let's try the ...
belly3/21/2007
  Q: ANSWER: Hi Toya. You ask a very common question. I would need more information about your daily ...
  A: Toya- this is too complex to put in an email. I would love to help you and the best way forward is a ...
peanuts3/21/2007
  Q: I eat lightly salted roasted peanuts in the shell is there any nutritional value for the shells ? ...
  A: Right then- the outer casing that can contain the peanuts inside it. This shell is only good for ...
peanuts3/21/2007
  Q: I eat lightly salted roasted peanuts in the shell is there any nutritional value for the shells ?
  A: By the shell I am assuming you mean the very thin dark brown skin. If that is the case then 'yes'. ...
belly3/20/2007
  Q: ANSWER: Hi Toya. You ask a very common question. I would need more information about your daily ...
  A: Your diet looks quite healthy although I'm not sure what a 100cal pack or weight smart is? I would ...
Can't Lose weight3/18/2007
  Q: Ok, I'm 5'8" and recently gained about 10lbs in 2 weeks, so now I'm 230lbs. I did this while trying ...
  A: Kat, You've answered your own question! You 'gained 10lb'...'while trying to diet'. Don't diet!!! ...
belly3/18/2007
  Q: hi i'm 19 and was wondering i mostly carry all my fat in my stomach and arm area is there a way i ...
  A: You ask a very common question. I would need more information about your daily eating/drinking and ...
lossing wieght3/18/2007
  Q: How can we lose not to fast but fast enough and do you have any exercise moves and food recipes.
  A: Your own genetic make up will ultimately determine how fast you can HEALTHILY lose the excess fat. ...
:)3/16/2007
  Q: I would like to lose weight. I've tried a few different things, but haven't really seen results. ...
  A: and thanks for taking the time to improve your health. You are correct- it is a very broad question! ...
websites11/8/2006
  Q: Can you possibly tell me if you know of any good websites which offer free nutritional advice. More ...
  A: Check out www.thinkslimntrim.org/information Also, if you want a free body analysis AND a free ...

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