About Simon Evans, PhD Expertise I can answer questions relative to eating for long term health - not fad dieting. I can also answer questions about nutritional supplementation, including qualities to look for and things to stay away from.
Experience I am a research scientist at a major medical school studying the interaction between nutrition, exercise and mental health. I focus on lifestyle choices that affect the way you think and feel, and that control your energy, stress and productivity.
Organizations The Society for Neuroscience.
The American Society for Nutrition.
Education/Credentials I have a PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology and have been in the neurosciences for over a decade.
Question hi..i am 5'9 and i weigh about 145..i exercise everyday..which includes running 4 miles since i run track..latley ive been watching what i eat..but i can never seem to lose weight..what can i do..and am i overweight or am i considered "skinny"
Answer Amanda,
Don't equate your weight with your health. Being overweight is not an indicator of poor health for everyone.
That said, I doesn't sound like you are overweight. With the level of physical activity you get you probably have a high level of muscle mass, which weighs more that fat. I'm guessing you are doing great.
My only advice is not to over-exercise. Your bodies needs rest as well and you will perform better in your sport if you give yourself a day off every week.
