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Q: How to lose weight??
asked by: jeno on February 13th, 2008
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I am so fat,please me a useful method to lose weight.
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illustriously fickle
replied on February 15th, 2008
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First set a goal. How many pounds do you want to lose?
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FL Charm
replied on May 25th, 2008
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Jeno--I can really empathize with you--I had to lose weight after an illness and had gained 90 lbs! You can lose weight on any diet once you make up your mind to do it. I lost mine on the Belly Buster Diet and have kept it off for several years. No diet is easy but I would love to be your belly buster buddy and help you get there!
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illustriously fickle
replied on May 26th, 2008
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Also, it's good to set both goals for both quantity (pounds lost, waistline, BMI, etc) as well as quality of life (feeling better, higher energy levels, etc.). I believe any diet requires exercise. What are you willing to try?
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shawal
replied on June 29th, 2008
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Weight loss tips
Here are fast tips that can change an over-weight’s life:

First: Fast weight loss composes of a multi-faceted technique that consists mindset, exercise, and in other cases, diet supplements. Begin by learning a diet food plan that can easily be accustomed with. Incorporate an exercise plan that allows even at least fifteen minutes a day like brisk walking, running, swimming, and dancing.

Second: Set realistic approaches. The ability to focus and have proper mindset enables someone on a diet to quickly lose those extra pounds. With discipline and proper mind set, a dieter will never be discouraged and lose focus.

Third: Listen as the body speaks. Each and everyone’s body metabolism reacts differently to different fast weight loss programs and plans. Try substituting one program for another to compensate the body’s reaction. Exercise program must be suitable to one’s body, as others are not able to exercise as rigorously as others can. If walking is all that can be done, then walk for this is proven the best exercise. Muscles burn more calories than fats so it’s also best to put on a little muscle and looking good too.

Fourth: Eat more fibers for it makes a person full sooner and stays in the tummy longer, slowing down the rate of digestion. A single serving of whole grain bread moves fat through the digestive system faster. Grains turn into blood sugar that spikes the body’s insulin level. Thus, making the body more energized and ready to tell the body when it should stop burning fats or start storing.

Fifth: Keep away from fried foods especially deep-fried as this contains a great amount of fat. Although fish and chicken appear leaner than beef, this white meat can contain more fat than when a beef is fried. It is recommended for those on strict diet to opt for grilled food as this does not have or contain less amount of fat after the food is cooked.

Sixth: Takes lots of fluid. Drinking at least six to eight glasses of water a day keeps the body refreshed. Since weight loss depends on how the body eliminates body wastes, the body must stay hydrated.

All in all, discipline and consistency is still the best practice and the key to a rapid weight loss success. Light dieting, workout, and right amount of supplementation applied in a regular way everyday will result in faster weight loss than having a massive action only to be followed a return to old habits as this would only lead to gaining more weight than when the weight loss plan has started.
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healthpad
replied on October 17th, 2008
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* Most successful weight – loss plans stress on reduction in both calories and the amount of fat eaten

* Determine with the help of your physician how much weight has to be reduced.

* Set several short term realistic goals .

* Reward yourself each time you make progress (Not food items).( Like I will buy a new sandals if I reduce this much pounds or Kgs)

* Even small weight losses have shown to be beneficial.

* Make gradual changes in eating habits. (The human body reacts negatively when calories are reduced by slowing basal metabolic rate. This makes weight loss harder.)

* You will lose weight when you burn more calories than you consume. Hence eating less and being more active help in losing weight.

* Sound eating habits keep you out of putting on weight.

* Stay motivated to lose weight.

* Slow weight loss is the safest and most effective. ( one to one and half pound per week).

* Gradual weight loss, promote long term loss of body fat.

* A person who is moderately active needs daily, 33 calories per kg of body weight to maintain his weight .

* Reducing calories intake by 300 per day and increasing the physical activity to burn 200 calories per day results in weight loss of 400 Gms per week.

* To satisfy basic nutritional needs eat a variety of foods every day. Choose from each of the five food groups milk, meat, fruit, vegetable and cereals. Balanced food plans encourage making wise choices about everyday food choices. This type of diet helps to stay at your proper weight for life.

* Allow for an occasional treat.

* Evaluate your eating pattern.

* Try to cut down on foods high in fats and sugar.





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Healthfoodie
replied on March 3rd, 2009
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There are plenty of ways that you can try to lose weight, but the most important of them all is eating the right foods. You need to concentrate more on foods that are essential for your body and ignore all the rest. A diet plan helps, as does a diet calendar. Fix your goal, and get started. superfoods are these essential foods you require. Best of luck!
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joisel
replied on April 22nd, 2009
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Thanks shawal.. Smile
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Serena02
replied on April 22nd, 2009
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How to lose weight
Forget everything you just read! All you need do to is...

Exercise at least 3 days a week for 30 minutes each time. Even if it's just a 30 minute walk, it's great for the heart.
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Eat well. More vegetables and fruits. Don't eat too much red meat. Stick to fish and chicken breasts. Smaller portions: e.g meat should be the thickness of your hand and the size of your palm.
AND of course
Have a positive attitude!
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andyfleming01
replied on July 3rd, 2009
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Lose belly fat with a healthy meal plan and get a sexy stomach as well feel better.
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