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Carol asks…

Please give some additional weight loss tips?

I have posted quite a few times on here and gotten some good answers. Here is my most recent diet plan. Just want some feedback as to if my plan sounds like it will work or if it needs some changes.
I have started SlimFast and calorie counting. I use SlimFast for breakfast and lunch and might have a small snack, and then have a normal dinner. According to multiple weight loss calculators I have used online, I need 2500 calories per day to maintain weight, 2000 to lose. Also, it said I could do 800-1000 calories for very quick weight loss but should be medically supervised. I figured I would stay around 1500. The past 2 days it has been 1600 and 1700. (I just started the diet 2 days ago). Does this sound like a good plan and how quickly do you think I’ll start losing weight?
@ Jessica; good point about the breakfast thing; but my problem with that is no one in my house eats breakfast or lunch together. Dinner is kind of “family time” and the only time a meal is cooked in the household. So, this would be a good idea if I lived alone, but not right now.

weight loss cardiff answers:

Losing 10 lbs a month is a good and safe target. Any faster weight loss is likely to be temporary only and in most cases you regain it all.

Running, jogging, cycling, swimming, dancing, push ups, sit ups, squats, brisk walking and power walking all help for weight loss but dieting helps more.

You can always eat negative calorie foods for weight loss and below is a list of negative calorie foods that will boost your metabolism.

Negative Calorie Fruits:
apples
cranberries
grapefruit
lemons
mangoes
oranges
pineapple
raspberries
strawberries
tangerines

Negative Calorie Vegetables:
asparagus
beets
broccoli
cabbage (green)
carrots
cauliflower
celery
Chile peppers (hot)
cucumber
dandelions
endives
garden cress
garlic
green beans
lettuce
onions
papaya
radishes
spinach
turnips

These foods don’t actually have negative calories but when you eat these foods raw or slightly cooked your body burns more calories digesting and processing them than what is in the food itself.

For a healthy weight loss add some of these foods to your diet each day. Most of them are full of healthy nutrients such as fiber, antioxidants and enzymes as well as vitamins and minerals.

Source(s):
Web search for “list of negative calorie foods”

Maria asks…

So according to this weight loss calculator I can reach my goal by August?!?

So I am 5″8 and 132 pounds (gained 14 pounds over exam period) and I want to be 123 pounds. I am 17 on Thursday so I just put that down instead of 16 in the weight loss calculator. I am eating 1200 calories a day and burning around 70-100 calories a day (I am new to exercising so I literally just started 3 or 4 days ago). And the results of the calculator said this:

Results

You should consume about 1,469 calories a day to reach your goal weight of 123 lbs . This is at a reasonable weight loss average of 1 lbs per week, which should be reached by August 25, 2013.

Now I wont be able to exercise as much during july but I will in August. Do you think this is reasonable? Thanks
In the options I put in that I do light exercise (lots of walking in school during the day and around 10 minutes added together of exercise)

weight loss cardiff answers:

Those weight loss calculators are complete BS. Weight loss is not a maths problem, it’s not all about the number of calories. If you get your 1469 calories per day from all sugary, processed foods you would get a much different outcome than if you got all 1469 calories from lean meats and vegetables.

Don’t worry about how many calories you’re eating, just focus on eating plenty of healthy, natural foods and you will get better results.

(Not that you even need to lose weight, you’re in a perfectly healthy weight range for your height.)

Mandy asks…

Is losing 10 lbs in 40 days considered rapid weight loss?

Is that considered rapid weight loss? Would someone be considered anorexic or having an eating disorder if they lost weight this fast by eating under 650 calories and burning calories to get rid of them too? Im 98 lbs now (5’0″) and want to get to 88 lbs.

weight loss cardiff answers:

Here’s a rule of thumb:

If you’re American, your BMI should be between 20-25. If you’re of Asian descent, it should be more or less 18.5-22.5. There are numerous BMI calculators that you can find using common search engines.

If you need to lose weight for medical reasons, lose only as much as 1-2 pounds per week. Depriving yourself of 1000 kCal per day results in weight loss of 2 pounds a week. Anything more than that is overkill. That may actually predispose you to even more disease. At 98 lbs, you’re probably not even qualified to donate blood anymore.

And remember, when you eat, half your plate should be variably colored vegetables, and the remainder should be shared by protein and carbohydrates. More carbohydrates than protein. Adjust the amount accordingly with feasible and medically acceptable targets while maintaining the same proportion.

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Richard asks…

How can i lose weight around my stomach fast?

im absolutely desperate to lose a little bit of weight around my stomach. The rest of me is skinny but my stomach is a little bit flabby.
How can i loose weight fast and easily (cos i don’t have time to exercise as my exams start in less than a month, after that its not a problem) but its depressing me and i cant do the whole “just don’t eat thing” cos i don’t have enough discipline, and i do eat healthily.Any quick fix methods?

weight loss cardiff answers:

Hi, concentrate on complex carbohydrates when eating carbs (ie. Whole grains, rice even in moderation, of course). Foods that are fiber-rich help eliminate the body’s tendency of storing fat in the wrong places (visceral area- stomach).

Also, Jude, it would be so beneficial for your physical, mental/emotional, and spiritual well-being to get even a little exercise in whenever you can. I know how finals can get you stressed and work overtime, but it’s better for you to take some time out to give yourself a break and restore yourself so in the end you will do better with those exams.
Do an indoor walking workout- even for just 10 minutes a day. That will increase your metabolism without a doubt, as well as stabilizing your blood sugar levels. Thus, giving your body more allowance to lose that weight you want to lose.

I hope that is helpful to you. Have a nice day 🙂

Helen asks…

how can i lose weight easily without fasting.?

Im 15, 288 pounds, 6.1ft tall. I need to lose weight because my health is in jeapordy. Does anybody have any good workouts and healthy food recipes.(this is for my friend plz help)

weight loss cardiff answers:

I just answered somenoe earlier regarding losing weight and will provide my experience to you as well.

I was weighing 185 Ibs two months ago. Writing to you at this time, i weigh 148 Ibs. So, i will tell you from personal experience on how i did it instead commenting on somebody else. I didnot run everyday, but I walked every day. I walked for 2 hours everyday and didnot miss a day without it. After coming home, I ate water melon. I didnot change my diet at all. I just ate what i ate before, but the only thing i did different to lose weight was to walk and ate fruit. I would like to bring my weight to 135 or 130 which is my normal weight or was my normal weight. You can do the rest of calculation on how long it would you by using my technique. Also drink lots of water and stop drinking soda etc if you want to lose weight quickly.

Maria asks…

how can i lose weight easily ( no work lol )?

please help idk how this is going to work but im 13 and need to lose weight fast!!!!

weight loss cardiff answers:

Eat like a bird and drink lots of water… When you eat it needs to be healthy healthy healthy

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Donna asks…

Are TV dinners such as lean cuisine and stouffers healthy dinner options for weight loss?

I’ve heard they are good for losing weight (as long as you exercise) and good sources of protein. Are they good for weight loss and if not what are other options?

weight loss cardiff answers:

The two that you mentioned aren’t necessarily unhealthy for you, but read the labels carefully to see if they contain a lot of salt or partially hydrogenated oils (if the latter, don’t buy them if possible).

I would not call them “good for weight loss” but I wouldn’t say they are unhealthy, either.

In addition to exercise, the best way to lose weight is to prepare most of your own foods, so that you control the ingredients and because processed foods often contain lots of stuff that you don’t want to eat a much of (this is because of BAD doctors’ and government studies in the early 1960s that made cholesterol out to be the main cause of heart disease–and that’s a lie, it isn’t.).

So, prepare and eat:

*High protein
*Lots of fresh fruits and veggies
*Plenty of fiber (whole grain breads, cereals if you eat cereal for breakfast). My favorite bread is Roman Meal.

You can be grill master for the protein, fresh fruit can simply be purchased and put in a bowl, and veggies don’t require a lot of preparation (just steam them or cook them in water in the microwave for just a few minutes). So this is all quite easy to make.

Drinking green tea is also helpful. Sweeten it with honey, not sugar (brown sugar is okay, though).

I also recommend three supplements: ginseng; and those that you can find at the links below.

John asks…

What weight-loss exercises can you do on an injured ankle?

I sprained my ankle 2 months ago and am looking for exercises that I can do that won’t reinjure my ankle.

weight loss cardiff answers:

Definitely upper body weight training….

For cardio, maybe you can do something like the cycle machine of elliptical machine, since those are more low impact….your foot never leaves the pedals.

Last of all…. There is always pilates and yoga…… Very easy on the ankles for the most part.not sure how much weight loss is involved in these 2 though. I lost 75 pounds by dieting and exercising, and it only took like 6 months. I did cardio and lots of weight lifting…. 5 or 6 days a week.

Linda asks…

What are your thoughts on teenagers receiving weight loss surgery? Denies the real problem or life saving?

After recent increases in the number of teenagers getting gastric bypasses and other types of surgery, it is widely becoming accepted quickly. However, is it right? Do you think if it saves lives, of course! Or, alternatively, do you think that these kids should approach weight loss from a wholistic perspective (dealing with their emotions through psychological counselling, complimented with education about proper nutrition and exercise?)

weight loss cardiff answers:

I think the surgery is an extreme measure, and not really appropriate for teens. Teens can still change their lifestyle fairly easily. The surgery is the easy way out. Not only that, but 6 out 8 adults who have had the surgery that I know personally gained all the weight back within 5 years. Surgery is an extreme measure, but you still have to change your lifestyle. Without that change, it doesnt matter how many or what kind of proceedures you have, you will always gain the weight back bc you are still living the same unhealthy lifestyle.

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Sandra asks…

How to lose 15 pounds? What are some diet foods?

I’m 5’0. I really wanna lose weight. At least to be in the 90’s. And Im 110. Please help me and tell me everything I have to do in order to lose weight. My goal for now is to lose 15 pounds. When will it take me to lose all that weight. What should I eat. Is there any diet foods out there I can really eat that will help me? What type of excercises do I do? Tell me a lot and lots of details! Thanks!

weight loss cardiff answers:

For weight loss, cardio (running, walking, biking, swimming, etc) are awesome. But even with cardio you need to do some strangth training (the stronger your muscles, the more fat they can burn). If you have a phone you can d/l apps on, many have daily workouts which are a good place to start. If not, talk to a friend who knows a bit about fitness or even a trainer.
As far as diet, veggies are probably your best friend. An easy way to start is simple: stop eating processed food, soda, and anything that drips grease. Drinking lots of water will help you as well.
I know it sounds cliche, but you really should talk to a doctor or at least a certified trainer before you begin a diet/exercise program. Some people can have health conditions which should be addressed before diet and exercise are to be considered. Good luck!

William asks…

Is there a good cat diet food?

My cat is extremely fat. I want to help her lose some weight, but she doesn’t like the diet food. Is there a cat diet food on the market that your cat likes?

weight loss cardiff answers:

Wellness Weight Management. My cat lost about 5lbs on it, and he’s a neutered 11 year old tabby, so it’s not like he was very active or willing to lose the weight.

Ruth asks…

What are some good, lowfat diet foods?

I want to go on a diet. What are some good diet foods I can eat to lose some pounds? Please add the calories of the food specified, if you know. Thank you!

weight loss cardiff answers:

When it comes to diet foods, there is a lot of personal taste and opinion that comes into the picture. What is a favorite diet food for one person is a no go area for another. A food that can be an important part of a weight loss diet for one dieter may not fit in to the diet of another dieter.

You are probably aware of the recent popularity of low carbohydrate diets, but most doctors seem to agree that you do need a healthy portion of carbohydrates each day, something like 50-60% of your calorie intake. So, instead of cutting out carbohydrates, you should be aiming to keeping them to a sensible proportion of your diet. Example of that would be whole grain bread.

~some foods, like the folowing, are great for diet~
Spinach
Pink Grapefruit
Fish
Olive Oil*-cook with this insted of butter-*

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