Your Question About Easy Weight Loss

Ken asks…

How to lose weight without cutting out alcohol?

I’m trying to lose about 10 pounds and tone up a bit. Im a freshman in university and like to have a good time like any other uni student i occasionally drink a bit with friends. I know that if you are trying to lose weight you should really cut out alcohol of your diet but i don’t want to have to miss out on anything because of wanting to lose weight. So i was just wondering what would be the best way to go about losing weight without cutting alcohol out completely. Whats the least fattening alcohol?

weight loss cardiff answers:

Muscle weighs more than fat, so it’s OK to build muscle while losing fat. Don’t be afraid of making muscle.

Eat healthy – don’t cut the calories too much, but do eat a smaller amount. Eat fruits and veggies, lean meats, and whole grains (100% whole wheat bread instead of white, brown rice, etc.)

Drink water – cut out the soda/pop. Try to get 8 cups (measuring cups – 8 ounces) of water each day.

Couple a healthy diet with cardio workouts – 3-5 days a week, 20-30 minutes per session to start. You can walk, jog, bike, play basketball, do aerobics… Whatever you enjoy doing that gets your heart rate up. You don’t have to work out so hard that you feel like you’re dying – work out to the point that you can talk fairly easily, but not jabber on and on. 🙂

Do strength exercises to build muscle (yep, I’m suggesting this). Building muscle helps you lose fat even faster by speeding up your metabolism. Sit ups, push ups, squats, lunges… All these will help. Do these only every other day – don’t strength train the same muscles two days in a row.

Hope this helps! I also recommend sparkteens.com, a free web site that helps you track your nutrition and fitness, plus gives lots of good information and encouragement.

Helen asks…

How to lose weight in a health way without creating anymore muscle?

I’m 16 and i’m noticing i’ve been gaining weight. Alot of weight. I’m at 130 lbs. The problem is i dont know how to lose the weight because i dont want to exercise. I have huge legs full of muscle, and i dont want anymore. Please help.

weight loss cardiff answers:

Limit these things:
1) Breads
2) Sweets
3) Sodas (Drink LOTS of water!)
4) Potatoes, fries, rice, white breads, and corn.

Do exercises that cause you to sweat for 30 minutes to an hour daily.
In everything that you do, do it with moderation. Do not deny yourself anything because your body will crave what you are denying it to have. So you can have anything but the things that can put weight on you faster, you need to eat in moderation. That way you won’t be craving things you have decided to deny yourself of.

Nancy asks…

How much weight can I lose in a month by dieting and exercising?

I’m 15, 5’6″ and I weigh over 200 lbs. I want to lose as much weight as possible before school starts. I’ve been exercising for an hour 5x a week. I only consume under a 1000 calories per day. Is there a faster way I can lose weight?

weight loss cardiff answers:

I think whats more important right now is DONT QUIT.
Because i guarantee you are on your way to a fast weight loss.. 🙂

Keep doing different exercise routines so it wont feel so boring, which may lead to quitting.

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Ken asks…

How many yogurt should I consume for weight loss?

I heard that by consuming yogurt will promote weight loss, and I want to know how much fat-free yogurt I must consume in order to lose weight. What does three servings stands for?

weight loss cardiff answers:

Technically speaking, losing weight is simple — just cut your daily intake of calories and exercise more. When your organism finds it cannot extract the necessary energy from the food you consume, it will start burning the fat deposits in waist and other parts of your body. So, the most natural way to lose weight is to keep to a diet, which reduces the energy your consume and do regular exercises to burn energy.

While this approach to weight loss is most natural and healthy, it is not easy. No wonder that a lot of so-called weight loss pills were developed, which make it easier to lose weight. One of the most popular categories of these pills are fat blockers and fat binders. They work by reducing the amount of fat that your organism assimilates from foods. Fat blockers (the most well-known example is Orlistat, marketed as Xenical) in particular inhibit the lipase enzyme in the intestines which breaks up fat making it ready for digestion. As a result, the fat cannot be absorbed by the organism so it passes freely through the bowel. Fat binders work by binding to the fat molecules, again making it unabsorbable by intestines. Fat blockers and binders have very nasty side effects (among them are uncontrollable foul-smelling anal discharges.) Naturally you cannot expect that removal of fats from your diet in such a way will be healthy.

Another category of weight loss supplements includes appetite suppressants. They reduce your appetite by making the organism think it is already full. One of the most popular herbal appetite suppressants is Hoodia Gordonii. Hoodia is a cactus-like plant which grows in South Africa. Its appetite suppressing capabilities were well-known by Bushman who used it during their long hunting trips. Since Hoodia Gordonii is a purely natural treatment, it doesn’t have any side-effects associated with synthethic prescription appetite suppressing drugs such as Phentermine.

Betty asks…

What is a free website to create a weight loss challenge for a group of people?

My sorority wants to do a weight loss challenge based on percentage on a free website. We like weightlosswars.com’s competitions, but they charge per person to do the challenge and a lot of our girls can’t do that. We need a free option that’s easy to use and easy to track. Thanks!

weight loss cardiff answers:

Try sparkpeople.com

you do not have to buy anything or to pay, it’s free. Register with
your details, and create your own customised diet plan, workout, food
diary, post on forums, join groups, find local groups in your area and
meet same-minded people in real life.

Carol asks…

What would you recommend as a weight loss supplement?

I am in my early twenties and I am looking for a little bit of help in weight loss. I am looking for a good supplement to buy. I do not want something that just curbs my appetite, I would like a little help with that but also something that can help speed up my metabolism. Any ideas? Something that has personally worked for you or someone you know.

weight loss cardiff answers:

If you’ve got a basic multivitamin in your medicine cabinet you already have the only weight loss supplement you need. Be advised that no “dietary supplement” including multivitamins are approved or proven to the FDA. That is why they must be labeled as supplements and not proven drugs.
80% of weight loss is diet.
You can eat a healthy diet and lose weight.
You can eat a healthy diet and exercise and lose more weight.
You can exercise and eat a poor diet and not lose and even gain weight.
A good healthy diet high in fiber, lean meats, eggs, complex carbohydrates, whole grains, antioxidant foods, healthy beverages and low in added sugar and salt help people lose weight, lower cholesterol, increase energy, improve brain function, lower blood pressure, reduce cancer risk and have a more positive lifestyle!
You need to eat a lot more food and a lot more fiber!
Diets that exclude foods from any food group are fad diets and do not lead to permanent weight loss or solve any other health issues.
First, try to kick your fiber intake to 40 grams of both soluble and insoluble fiber.
Whatever you do, get your fiber from your food, not from a jar.
Fruits and vegetables have good fiber in them. A high fiber diet increases the metabolism.
Try a breakfast cereal with at least 20% of recommended daily allowance of fiber in it. They are usually low in sugar so there is a double benefit. Blueberries or raspberries on top add more fiber and antioxidants. But fresh or frozen, not the kind in syrup. Oatmeal with berries or a bit of fresh honey is also good.
Raw nuts are a great source of fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants. Avocados are the best.
Lots of beans, peas, and grains are high fiber. Whole grain breads. Fiber kicks up the metabolism so you actually burn more calories. These foods will give you more gas in the beginning but if eaten daily, the bacteria in the digestive tract will elevate lowering the gas output.
This will get you on the path for a healthy daily bowel movement. This helps clean the system and aids healthy digestion.
I know it goes against everything you’ve heard but eating lots of the right foods will actually help you lose weight!
Next, take an age appropriate basic daily multivitamin. Don’t look at your multivitamin as nutrition but more as an insurance policy. Think of it as filling in the gaps in your daily diet as opposed to a primary source of nutrients.
You have to drink lots of water to be healthy. But you can disguise it. Fill your glass all the way full with ice before pouring low sugar beverages. Try iced green tea with a splash of orange juice in it for sweet. More antioxidants. Add lemon juice to water for flavor. Slice up a cucumber and float it in pitcher of water. Gives it salty fresh taste. But you must drink up to 100 oz of water daily to help your body get rid of waste and the natural toxins.
Last, you need to get 7-9 hours of quality sleep depending on your age. All recent sleep studies report a connection between poor sleep patterns and weight gain. This includes going to bed as close to the same time every night including weekends. Most of us stay up late Friday and Saturday night and it throws us off.
You must combine a healthy diet with exercise to multiply the benefit. Whether an hour a day in the weight room or just a 30 minute brisk walk every day, the added benefit of a regular exercise program really do increase and accelerate healthy weight loss.

I lost 30 pounds in 5 months by spending my money at the grocery and gym and have kept it off for over two years. Less than 3% of people that attempt weight loss lose it and keep it off for two years. It is not easy. It is a lifestyle change. You need to change your perception of food and dieting from “denial” to “what is right to eat”.
Good luck and good health.

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Michael asks…

Where can I buy the Acai Berry supplements without getting ripped off online?

I am wondering were to buy the Acai Berry pills without risking the possibility of getting a ridiculous online bill later on. Can you buy them at a health food store? Costco? Walmart? Shoppers Drug Mart? I heard they have amazing health benefits besides just weight loss.

weight loss cardiff answers:

Studies have shown that this little berry is one of the most nutritious and powerful foods in the world! …Hidden within its royal purple pigment is the magic that makes it nature’s perfect energy fruit. AçaĂ­ is packed full of antioxidants, amino acids and essential fatty acids.

I just started taking it 3 weeks ago and have lost 8 pounds. I have been working out and some time on the tread mill have helped as well. I ordered a free trial online and so far so good. You can purchase locally at stores but it was easier for me to have them shipped directly to my home.

If you are really looking the best way to lose weight,
I suggest doing what this mom did and combining the Acai diet with a cleansing program for the best result
http://saradietexp.blogspot.com/

Susan asks…

What is the best weight loss supplement for someone who has trouble losing weight?

I have tried acai berry and colon cleanse combination, hydroxycut, lipozene, metabolife. And while i was on these i either did a 1000 calorie a day diet or weight watchers. I want a fat burner that actually stays true to the title as a fat burner. Im the biggest i have ever been and i need extreme work done

weight loss cardiff answers:

You have tried every unapproved diet pill available at the grocery. Weight loss supplements are called “supplements” because they are not proven drugs. Under a bad law passed in 1994 diet pills, protein powders, oils, even soaps can claim they cause weight loss as long as people don’t report injury or harm. So we don’t find out until injury has occurred before we know if they are safe or not. Quite a big difference from an approved drug that is extensively tested.
80% of weight loss is diet.
You can eat a healthy diet and lose weight.
You can eat a healthy diet and exercise and lose more weight.
You can exercise and eat a poor diet and not lose and even gain weight.
A good healthy diet high in fiber, lean meats, eggs, complex carbohydrates, whole grains, antioxidant foods, healthy beverages and low in added sugar and salt help people lose weight, lower cholesterol, increase energy, improve brain function, lower blood pressure, reduce cancer risk and have a more positive lifestyle!
You need to eat a lot more food and a lot more fiber!
Diets that exclude foods from any food group are fad diets and do not lead to permanent weight loss or solve any other health issues.
First, try to kick your fiber intake to 40 grams of both soluble and insoluble fiber.
Whatever you do, get your fiber from your food, not from a jar.
Fruits and vegetables have good fiber in them. A high fiber diet increases the metabolism.
Try a breakfast cereal with at least 20% of recommended daily allowance of fiber in it. They are usually low in sugar so there is a double benefit. Blueberries or raspberries on top add more fiber and antioxidants. But fresh or frozen, not the kind in syrup.
Raw nuts are a great source of fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants. Avocados are the best.
Lots of beans, peas, and grains are high fiber. Whole grain breads. Fiber kicks up the metabolism so you actually burn more calories. These foods will give you more gas in the beginning but if eaten daily, the bacteria in the digestive tract will elevate lowering the gas output.
This will get you on the path for a healthy daily bowel movement. This helps clean the system and aids healthy digestion.
I know it goes against everything you’ve heard but eating lots of the right foods will actually help you lose weight!
Next, take an age appropriate basic daily multivitamin. Don’t look at your multivitamin as nutrition but more as an insurance policy. Think of it as filling in the gaps in your daily diet as opposed to a primary source of nutrients.
You have to drink lots of water to be healthy. But you can disguise it. Fill your glass all the way full with ice before pouring low sugar beverages. Try iced green tea with a splash of orange juice in it for sweet. More antioxidants. Add lemon juice to water for flavor. Slice up a cucumber and float it in pitcher of water. Gives it salty fresh taste. But you must drink up to 100 oz of water daily to help your body get rid of waste and the natural toxins.
Last, you need to get 7-10 hours of quality sleep depending on your age. All recent sleep studies report a connection between poor sleep and weight gain.
You must combine a healthy diet with exercise to multiply the benefit. Whether an hour a day in the weight room or just a 30 minute brisk walk every day, the added benefit of a regular exercise program really do increase and accelerate healthy weight loss.

I lost 30 pounds in 5 months by spending my money at the grocery and gym and have kept it off for two years now. 3% of people that attempt weight loss lose it and keep it off for two years. It is not easy. It is a lifestyle change.
Good luck and good health.

Ruth asks…

Can anyone recommend a good weight loss supplement with little to no side effects?

I need a boost to help in losing some extra weight. I have tried a few different products before, but they seemed to do more damage than good. I’m pretty clueless about what’s good and it seems to me that people will just try to sell what costs the most. I would like something natural but any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

weight loss cardiff answers:

I’ve been using a cleansing product that’s been great for me. It provides all the nutrients you need, is easy to follow and the biggest expense is buying new cloths : )
You get a coach to help you (no charge) and as your body gets rid of the impurities the excess fat goes with it. It just melts away.
I’m just a happy consumer of the product, but my coach can give you more details and you can learn of her success at
www dot malfox dot isagenix dot com
Good Luck

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Linda asks…

How can I mostly lose weight in my arms and legs?

I know when you lose weight, that you can’t just lose it in certain spots. But I find when I lose weight I only lose it in my stomach. How can I help get some of the weight off of my arms and legs? Any food? (vegetarian) Any particular exercise? I am 5’3 114 pounds(size 3 or 4) but my legs and arms are a little on the short side so since I don’t lose weight in those areas they’re a little big.

weight loss cardiff answers:

You’re right, you can’t target weight loss. What you want to do is tone up your arms & legs. Push ups, pull ups, walk, run, bike, swim & squats. Eating right is key. The paleo diet is getting good reviews because it’s about eating healthy generally. Https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paleolithic_diet

Chris asks…

How to lose weight when you are at a healthy Weight?

It’s a known fact that overweight people can lose weight quicker than people who have a lower body weight. However I would like to lose weight though. (Purely Cosmetic reasons) I already have a healthy body weight a very healthy diet and appropriate moderate exercise for the amount of calories I eat.

My question is how can I go from 113 lbs to about 100 lbs in a healthy way? (5’3″)

weight loss cardiff answers:

By doing lots of cardio. Running / jogging is your best bet.

Susan asks…

How much weight can I lose in two months?

I’m planning on doing an hour and a half workout 3 times a week, eat healthier/less, for two months. My goal is to lose 15 pounds in that two months. However, its been a week since, and I’ve been losing 2 pounds, then after eating lunch or dinner, gaining that 2 pounds back. I feel like I’ll never be able to lose weight!! Is it even possible to lose 15 pounds in two months?

weight loss cardiff answers:

It depends on how much you weight now. If you are just overweight (not bigger) then it will probably be harder to lose the 15 lbs but if you are obese or above it will come off faster if you work hard and eat right.

I don’t know if you have seen the she “the biggest loser” but sometimes they will lose up to ten pounds in a week. That is because they are very large and they are also working out about 6 hours a day and they have the Registered Dietitian and fitness instructors. So on that show it is definitely possible but if you are doing it on your own be careful….here is something for you to think about:

1 lb = 3500 calories
if you can burn 500 calories a day x 7 days = 3500 calories (one pound)

Here is how I would recommend you to cut the 500 calories daily….burn 250 calories with a good workout. Get your heart rate up and you will burn the calories in less time. The other 250 calories a day I would cut it out of what you are eating. Think about how much you usually eat and then try to find a way to cut back by 250 and honestly that isn’t really very much.

Anyway good luck I hope I helped a little bit! =)

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