Fast Weight Loss

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   Can someone tell me a fast weight loss diet?
   I am going on a cruise in a few months and I need to lose around 30 lbs so I won't be embarrassed when I go swimming. Can someone recommend a fast weight loss diet that doesn't cost tons of money?

   Thanks!

   • ANSWER:
     I think it all starts with eating right and doing excerise first. I wasn't always in shape. Many years ago I was very overweight and didn't watch what I ate and it quickly became out of control. I tried every machine and diet food out there..along with many diet programs but none of them worked. A few years back I tried a program called the automatic fat loss system http://www.bestfastweightlossdiet.com which worked wonders for me. It takes you through everything you need to know in order to lose weight fast. Try it out , it may work for you in time for the cruise! Have fun!!! The link is below if you want to look at that program Mike:

2. QUESTION:
   Why is everyone so preoccupied with fast weight loss?
   Fast is the worst possible way to lose weight. Do people not realize that fast weight loss always comes back? Or do they not care? Or do they not believe it? 10 points best answer.

   • ANSWER:
     Hi!
     How refreshing to see that someone agrees with me and many other health professionals out there. Every day as Dietitians, we battle with people who are trying to loose weight. They want to loose it quickly, we suggest no more than 0.5-1.5 kg per week (1-3 pounds).

     I hope many other people are reading these comments and hopefully learning something. When you drastically cut back calories or eliminate a food group from your diet (i.e carbohydrates) you will get rapid weight loss. In the short term, your muscle will shed the fluid that they naturally hold on to. This initial fluid loss presents are weight loss on the scales and people go yippee!!. however the percentage of actual fat lost is small unless the diet continues for months and months. You also can loose muscle weight on extreme diets and this is the worst thing for your metabolism, which needs muscle to burn the calories you consume so it is indirectly sabotaging your weight loss efforts.

     However most people don't stick to diets for that long so when it is stopped, they will regain the fluid they have lost (not a bad thing) but also added fat that they may not have had before which is why diets are oftenblamed for making us bigger instead of smaller! Diets also don't teach you to change your bad habits, or learn new healthy cooking methods etc. You need to get to the bottom of why you are overweight/overeating rather than search for a quick fix.

     When we lose weight sensibly in the amounts I have recommended, you start losing fat straight away and retain your stored fluid and muscle mass. The best way I have found is a diet low in fats i.e 25%, 20% protein and 55% carbohydrates however others may disagree.

     The bottom line is that gaining fat is much easier than losing it and so it should be. So please people, take the time, change your food habits, see a professional Nutritionist or Dietician and learn some patience and perseverence

     best of luck to all

     Angela, Dietitian, Total Body Nutrition

3. QUESTION:
   Can anyone give me any websites to get info on fast weight loss?
   I have been searching for information on this for a while but everytime i've read through a few pages they then ask you to pay for information. I just want somewhere to give me an idea of how to promote fast weight loss. I am very active, i exercise 5 days a week sometimes twice and eat healthyly but my weight never changes. i do want to loose some but need help on how.

   • ANSWER:
     With all of the extravagant claims for weight loss products and schemes - whether they have to do with tea or not - a good rule of thumb is buyer beware. With that in mind, however, there is evidence that indicates that tea might play a role in weight loss.

     When it comes to losing weight, one of the simplest ways tea can help is by acting as a substitute for high-calorie sweetened beverages. Freshly brewed tea without milk, sugar or other additives has no calories and even small amounts of these add-ins typically contribute only a modest amount. By comparison, a 16-ounce Starbucks Frappucino may contain as much as 470 calories, while eight ounces of Coca-Cola contains 97 calories.

     Studies also indicate that tea itself may play a role in weight loss. A 2005 study looked at 35 Japanese men over a period of three months. Some subjects were given bottled oolong tea with a green tea extract that contained 690 milligrams of catechins. Others were given oolong tea that contained 22 milligrams of catechins. Though their diets were similar, the former group lost an average of 5.3 pounds, as opposed to the latter's 2.9 pounds. The men given higher doses of catechins also saw a greater decrease in body mass index, waist size, total body fat and undesirable LDL cholesterol.

     More recently, research conducted at the University of Connecticut over a period of six week, saw both lean and obese mice fed a green tea extract (GTE), in varying amounts. As noted in these pages previously, the study found that the extract might help ward off fatty liver disease. There are also indications that GTE might aid in weight loss as well as lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

     Other research examining possible connections between tea and weight loss include this study from 1999, which investigated whether green tea extract could increase energy expenditure and fat oxidation in humans. Another study, whose results were also published in 1999, examined the alleged anti-obesity action of oolong tea. Yet another study, published in 2000, measured the effectiveness of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) derived from green tea leaves in reducing appetite and contributing to weight loss in rats.

4. QUESTION:
   Can fast weight loss be healthy if done right?
   Fast weight loss is unhealthy because it can slow your metabolism and it will make you start burning muscle (from what I understand so far).

   So my question is, Can fast weight loss be healthy if while cutting your calories you still separate to 5-6 meals a day to keep your metabolism up; While also going to the gym everyday working different muscle groups every other day, while still doing a strong aerobic workout every day?

   • ANSWER:
     Fast weight loss may not be the ideal way, but it does have advantages:
     1. It's better than remaining overweight.
     2. It may be easier to stick to a short, brutal diet vs slow gradual weight loss.
     3. You may have a deadline for your weight loss.

     The fastest way to lose weight is a protein-sparing modified fast. The best book out there is by Lyle McDonald and is called the Rapid Fat Loss Handbook. There's a review on my blog.

5. QUESTION:
   When it comes to fast weight loss, does the amount of calories matter more than the amount of fat?
   I'm currently on "calorie restricting diet", and have been for a week. but I want to know whether calories matter more than the fat count, when it comes to fast weight loss. I'm trying to reach a goal of 4lb loss per week any help would be wonderful?

   • ANSWER:
     When it comes to losing weight, calories are all that matters. If I eat a 500 calorie cheeseburger, or 500 calories worth of wheat bread, the body is still going to store it/use it the same way.

6. QUESTION:
   Faster weight loss during a water fast?
   Im over 500 pounds how can i get a faster weight loss during a 7 day water fast. If you have any tips tell me, im on the 2nd day and it seems like i lost nothing.

   • ANSWER:
     Don't g weighing yourself al the time, it'll just demotivate you if you haven't lost what you've expected to loose. Just wait till the end of the 7 days fast and then weigh yourself.
     But to answer your question - you are already down to eating nothing, so the only thing left is exercise if you can manage it. I'd go on a walk everyday as it's relatively low key. I'm not sure what your height it, but at 500lbs I'm guessing that you are pretty overweight, so take it slow, don't overdo it, just walk as much as you can without exhausting yourself. Time yourself that first day and walk the same amount of time the next day. As you are fasting you might have very little energy soon, so be careful combining that with walking. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded or whatever, just stop.

7. QUESTION:
   What is a good and fast weight loss plan?
   Im 13 years young and im 80 kilos.. i want to lose weight fast before i start year 9. What do you recommend for a quick weight loss.( Its really hard for me to lose weight. I want to be put on jerimine but my mum wont put me on it. And shakes,pills,diets,the gym wont work cos my mum wont ether buy it or wont go with me. )

   • ANSWER:
     try the Lil Jack workout http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKCGe2Ezris
     and Merry Crhistmas http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQkyA_xDbYc

8. QUESTION:
   Does fast weight loss affect the effectiveness of your birth control?
   I am on the depo shot and recently had weight loss surgery. The weight loss from the surgery has caused lots of heavy spotting (which has never happened before on the depo shot with me). Is the weight loss counteracting the effectiveness of the shot?

   • ANSWER:
     It is possible to lose weight rapidly but you should be realistic and take on board that if you lose weight quickly then you will inevitably put it all back on again just as quickly. I lost 5 pounds over the past few weeks when I had a special celebration to attend, and I did it by following the instruction supplied on the site in the box below.

9. QUESTION:
   How many carbs should I intake a day to see fast weight loss results?
   I'm 5'7, 164 lbs and watch what I eat. I work out 30-45 mins 6 days a week, but i'm not seeing weight loss as quickly as I would hope to. How many carbs should I intake to maybe reach a 4-5 lb weight loss goal per week? Also what are some good foods with low carbs?

   • ANSWER:
     Stop....before you try any programs you should know a few things about food. One is where the food you eat falls on the glycemic index. This is important for your body to function correctly. Usana Health Sciences has a product called Reset, this product has a weeks worth of meals to reset your bodies sugar levels and a complete meal plan for after the first week. It is awesome and worked well for me.

     There is also a great supplement called Acai Berry Select, this will also help you jump start your weight loss. This product gives you a month supply for free as a trial. I added this to the reset and wow did it work. After the first month if you want more of the Acai Berry Select it does cost, but they don't require you to keep going after the free trial it is all up to you

     I hope this helps and good luck in your adventures
     Michael

10. QUESTION:
    how much fruit and vegetables for fast weight loss?
    i am on a weight loss diet + exercise. i eat a lot of fruit and vegetables, plus some (not a lot) protein and carbs. i was wondering - how much fruit is too much fruit, when i' trying to lose weight, fast? and till what time in the day can i eat that fruit? is there a limit on vegetable?
    thank you in advance

    • ANSWER:
      I have started this Diet (lifestyle change) in the middle of November at 140lbs, and now at 117lbs

      http://hubpages.com/hub/fruit_fast

      A DIET IS WHAT YOU EAT....there for we are all on a diet....
      THINK LIFESTYLE CHANGE

      You got the change the way you think and feel about food

      TRY THIS, and stick to it.

      The first 3-4 weeks are the hardest until your body adjusts to the change.
      Results will be in about the same time

      Fruits and Veggies

      Eat more plants and keep away from stuff that was made in plants.

      Don't eat anything that comes in a can, box or package....
      .....THEY HAVE ADDITIVES IN THEM THAT MAKE YOU ADDICTED TO THE FOOD.....
      If man made it, don't eat it

      NO white BREAD or SUGAR

      NO PIZZA, I am in the pizza business, and it is not good for you, very high in FAT and Calories

      NO FRIED FOOD...

      Stay away from FAST FOOD

      NO POP, SODA or FIZZY DRINKS

      Walk your dog, or walk a friends dog

      Don't think of it as a diet, but think of it as a lifestyle change

      I have lost 28.5 pounds in 3 months, drink lots of water. I usually eat a meal of what ever I want once a week....controlled portion....this really works.........

      Write down every thing you eat

      take a multivitamin at night

11. QUESTION:
    What diet or lifestyle change have you tried that gave you fast weight loss results?
    Please share your tips & techniques on foods, exercise, lifestyle changes that gave you fast results in losing weight!

    Thanks

    =D
    I agree Mickey! Determination/ will power is what makes a diet a success or an epic fail lol. We can have great diet plans & guidelines that will work if we do them right & to the T!
    @Perfectangelana: How much weight did you lose in a week of eating just string cheese & drinking smoothies?

    • ANSWER:
      Drink plenty of mineral water as your main daily intake of liquid. I like Volvic, if you haven't taken the challenge you should try, it really is full of volcanicity! A cheaper option would be to buy a Brita water filter.

      Give up sugar loaded carbonated soft drinks. No more Dr Pepper, no more Pepsi. Just one can of Coke contains 31% of your recommended daily amount of sugar! If this is not possible, limit yourself to one can a day.

      Walk when you can. Walk to the shops, walk to your weekly appointment, walk to the school, even walk to work if you want. If it's within reasonable walking distance walk. You'll save money on petrol too.

      Eat sandwiches without margarine or butter whichever you use. I don't find either of these improve the taste of the sandwich if you can taste it at all. In fact, you'll hardly notice it's not there.

      Cut down on fast foods. I'm not telling you to give up, but to cut back on takeaway grub, maybe limit it to once a week or fortnight, and when you do buy in smaller quantities. Order a cheeseburger instead of quarter pounder, buy a small doner kebab, order a small pizza. And of course wash it down with a bottle of Buxton spring water!

      If you usually eat a whole tub of Ben & Jerry's in one, eat only half. If you usually eat six packets of crisps a day, eat just two. If you usually order 2 big macs, large fries, chicken nuggets and large cola, order just 1 quarter pounder, medium fries and a bottle of water.

      http://www.articlesbase.com/weight-loss-articles/best-weight-loss-plan-top-tips-to-lose-weight-2785321.html

12. QUESTION:
    Which machines should I use at the gym for fast weight loss and toning?
    I would like to lose 30 pounds by May 31st (my boyfriend's sister's wedding). Could someone please give me some tips for which machines burn fat most quickly etc. All tips for weight loss will help. Thanks!
    I go to a 24 hour gym and am planning on working out about 4 times a week. Also, limiting my calorie intake to 1200-1500 calories per day. Any idea on how much weight I can lose if i do cardio for 1 hour each time I go to the gym along with some free weights?

    • ANSWER:
      Use cardio machines for 45 min to 1.5 hr intervals and for toning, use freeweights or machines - low weight, high rep

13. QUESTION:
    Help choosing meal plan for fast weight loss?
    I have recently purchased the Slim in 6 workout program. I need to to lose weight fast, and yes I know that losing weight extremely fast isn't healthy, but I'm looking to lose the most weight I can in a healthy manner. What diet plan should I follow to go with this program? I am horrible at planning meals, I'm a vegetarian and seeking meals and food options that are inexpensive.

    • ANSWER:
      You will lose more body fat eating protein and fat (don't eat protein alone) than not eating AT ALL. To lose weight fast eat all you want but nothing but meat, eggs, healthy oils, mayo, butter and half an avocado a day (you'll need added potassium). Keep your fat percentage high. Adding in green vegetables & some cheese will continue weight loss but at a slower pace.

      If you starve yourself, your body will freak out and will want to store every ounce in case it doesn't get nourished again. You need to give it adequate nourishment so it doesn't slow your metabolism down to compensate for lowered calories.

      Simple carbohydrates (sugar, flour, bread, cereal, pasta, potatoes, rice) triggers insulin which can store the calories you eat into fat. The more protein you eat the more the fat burning hormone glucagon is released. The more carbohydrate you eat the more the fat storage hormone insulin is released.

      High insulin levels unbalance other hormones. Controlling your insulin level will balance out other hormones & allow human growth hormone (HGH) to be produced naturally so you will gain lean muscle even without exercise. Any exercise will greatly increase your muscle mass with high HGH levels.

      Reducing body fat and increasing muscle mass will have you in awesome shape in no time. Good luck!

14. QUESTION:
    Does anyone have tips on fast weight loss?
    My prom is coming upon firday. And I don't fit in my dress as good as I should. I need some tips to lose my extra weight fast. Can someone please tell me a diet that would work?

    Things that you should know:
    I do exercise and I drink a lot of water during the day.
    I never drink any pop unless its diet.

    • ANSWER:
      go wheat free. No pasta, pizza, bread and so on. And no food after 7
      p.m. People achieve marvellous results with it. Depending on your
      initial weight, you can drop upwards from 20 pounds a month. If you don't
      eat wheat then you don't eat all those sticky, fatty goey cakes, you
      don't eat junk food, and you don't eat biscuits. But your diet is
      still balanced. It costs nothing, and you do not have to calculate points or
      to buy special meals or plans.

15. QUESTION:
    Why is fast weight loss bad? HOw to gain it all back?
    I am on a diet and people tell me that if I do fast weight loss (30 lbs in 2 months), Ill just gain it all back. I don't get that because my metabolism by then will be fast. Also, I will continue on exercising but more leanient on my diet. It's not like I'll go back to my old lifestyle so how do you gain the weight back if you do fast weight loss?

    • ANSWER:
      Its because when you get off a diet you generally go back to your old ways, or you think i'm not on a diet any more, food isn't forbidden! and then you pig out. just be careful about what you eat and you will be fine

16. QUESTION:
    What weight loss pill should I take that will work fast?
    I am an 18 years old girl, and I am overweight, I need to lose weight fast. What weight loss pill should I take to burn fat fast, and what exercise should I do to help.

    • ANSWER:
      Taking pills is the worst thing you can do for yourself. You should try working on your eating habits and set small and achievable goals at first. Also start an exercise regimen. Remember, weight loss should be slow, gradual and permanent! Not a quick fix unless you want to fail at it. If you want more information on healthy eating and exercise, visit my blog below as well as my facebook page. I work with overweight people

17. QUESTION:
    what a good method of fast weight loss?
    i am 10-15 pounds overweight and i am in my pubescent years, i need to lose weight and fast.

    i am not very active, in the sense of going to exercise and etc. i also wouldn't mind motivation for exercise either ...

    also, is losing 15 pounds easy?

    please recommend any good methods for a fast weight loss, i would greatly appreciate it
    thanks!
    is fasting a good method?
    and if so, how long should i do it for ?

    • ANSWER:
      There are unnatural ways of burning fat by burning thermogenics, which I don't recommend even as a GNC representative because they can mess with your hormones and thyroid.

      The best way to make your body utilize fat and burn them is to limit your carb intake while increasing your lean meat intake.
      Remember proteins do not make you gain weight, instead carbs/sugar from snacks/too much fruits/rice/potatoes/etc will make you gain weight thus putting on fat.

      You must burn off the extra calories that you are consuming from mainly carb/sugar products to lose weight.
      And it's not going to be easy to lose weight while not exercising and it is not healthy.

      Also try squeezing lemon in a cup of water in the morning right after waking up and drink it. It will suppress the appetite a bit and increase your metabolism naturally to promote fat burning.

      Keep doing it until you see results.

18. QUESTION:
    is this a good dinner for fast weight loss?
    I am trying to lose weight in ten days. I ate healthily all day and just got back from an hour walk(at a fast pace and up a very steep hill) for dinner im having baked salmon and onions and sqaush sauteed in a little olive oil.

    • ANSWER:
      Awesome dinner, yes. Some lovely lean meat or fish makes a really good main dish.

19. QUESTION:
    what are some good effective fast weight loss supplements you can buy?
    any good ones? like at GNC or the Vitamin stores?

    Anyone have any experiance? or knowledge of which ones are more effective and fast?

    thankyou.

    • ANSWER:
      thermogenics are pretty popular to increase your energy level without too many calories (sorta like a 5hour energy without carbs). b12 is always popular.

      if you are going to exercise you can stack whey protein with dextrose and creatine, but it wont help weight loss if you aren't exercising vigorously.

20. QUESTION:
    what is the difference between slim fast weight loss shakes and the costco brand weight loss shakes?
    i am going to start the slim fast diet tomorrow but i know that the Kirkland brand is cheaper. is there a difference?

    • ANSWER:
      the best way to lose weight is by eating well and doing regular workouts.

21. QUESTION:
    cut carbohydrates to a minimun for fast weight loss?
    if i completely cut down on bad carbohydrates exercise every other day and drink lots of water. im not over weight im just right but want to lose half a stone if i do this for a month how much weight loss would en-cure.

    • ANSWER:
      If you cut out all the carbs (sugar, bread, pasta, rice, potatoes) you can lose 2-5 lbs a week.

22. QUESTION:
    What are some foods & such that promote fast weight loss?
    What are some foods & such I can take in to help me lose weight, curb my appetite & raise my metabolism? I try & I still don't lose weight & it's affecting my health really bad!

    • ANSWER:
      Apples have fiber and help to make you feel full. Eat them with skins on to get the most vitamins and nutirients.

23. QUESTION:
    How much is too fast weight loss?
    Hey i plan on losing weight, which is not the problem for me. I just read that it's healthy to lose only up to 1kg per week! That seems very slow as i want to lose about 15kg, and don't really want to wait so long. So what is too rapid that it causes problems? If i go 2kg per week, is it ok? What problems could i get at 2kg/week?

    • ANSWER:
      me also.i was 83kg six weeks ago until i go to the gym and go six days per week until now.now in six weeks,i lost 6 kg and nearly 13pounds.i burned around 13000 calories in total to date.i did track my effort and found out i have to lose around 3700calories for 1kg and 1800calories for 0.5kg.i did diet by cutting down rice intake which i did not eat rice anymore yet still consume mee in the morning.i eat cereal bread,biscuit and oat cereal,and still eat vegetable and little meat.

      yes...its best to lose 1kg per week.maximum u should burn 3700 calories...

      its not that easy to burn them as u think and reduce so fast.i try to burn 5400 calories per week,it means 900calories per day.it is a lot for a day..
      imagine u did it everyday and last for a month,its actually very tiring...
      i dont know what would be the problem..but is diificult to achieve that number...
      ibelieve u have not start exercise to lose weight,that is why u dont know the pain and rules..
      believe it takes few months

24. QUESTION:
    What's a great diet to follow for fast weight loss?
    I'm trying to diet, and everything I've tried is way to hard to follow. Does anyone have any suggestions on how and what I should eat? Or does anyone have a basic diet I can follow that you're willing to share? Are there any free diets out there that are easy to follow? I'm trying to maintain muscle mass, but loose alot of fat as fast as possible.
    Please help!
    Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      The Best Answer:

      Basic Diet Consists of 3-4 days of eating the following foods at each meal (4-5 meals/day):
      4-5 oz of fish, chicken, lean beef, turkey
      4 cups of veggies of these types (broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, brussell’s sprouts, collard greens, spinach) - these are usually frozen and I measure out 4 cups total of any combination of them
      1 tablespoon olive oil
      seasonings to taste (salt, pepper, hot sauce, soy sauce - anything without calories). No need to limit salt intake here if you like to salt your foods.

      Supplements consist primarily of:
      Specially formulated blend of Antioxidants
      Specially formulated blend of High-Potency B-Vitamins
      Ripwire
      Branched Chain Amino Acids (a lot!)
      Several other esoteric supplements like 7-Keto (I’ll go into these in detail at a later time).

      Then, every 4rd or 4th day my diet consists of (really!):

      Pancakes
      Haagen-Daazs ice cream
      Snickers bars
      Rice
      Bread
      Donuts
      Pasta
      Ice cream shakes
      Fill in with your imagination…

      Amounts? AS MUCH AS I COULD STUFF INTO MY BODY. I averaged 6,500 calories on these days.

      Doesn’t sound right? Doesn’t sound possible? Doesn’t sound healthy?

      Well…

      The proof is in my fat loss — so I must be doing something right
      As for health, my cholesterol is less than 170, my HDL/LDL ratio is great, my triglycerides are very low, and every indicator of health on a recent bloodwork was exceptional.

      I WILL BE HONEST HERE!

      The last 3 weeks or so coming up I’ll be a lot less liberal on the all-you-can-eat junk food days. In fact, I’ll only have a high carb meal at the end of the day on Monday and Thursday for the next 3 weeks. This is only in order to get to the very low bodyfat levels.

      HOWEVER….

      Remember what I’ve been eating along the way and still lost all this fat. I’ve done so NOT in spite of what I’ve been eating (important!!!), but a result of WHAT I’ve been eating, INCLUDING all of the junk food. Junk food has ACCELERATED MY FAT LOSS to this point.

      This means if you want to get to a significantly good shape, you DON’T have to give up your favorite junk foods. In fact, you should PLAN THEM into your diet every 3-4 days. If you don’t, then you WON’T get the results you’re after — TRUST ME!

      Then, when and IF… your progress stagnates should you then do the restrictions I mentioned I’ll be doing over the next 3 weeks.

      It’s really pretty easy. You can find out more tips here:
      http://harryjohnsonjr.com/tag/fast-weight-loss/
      http://www.thehealthandfitnesschannel.com/

25. QUESTION:
    what are your remedies for fast weight loss?
    i wanna loose like 8-10 pounds... what do you do to loose weight??

    whether its how you eat, what you eat or what you do i wanna know how oyu lose it fast.

    thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      start with drinking a glass of water the very first thing in the am. eat three apples per day. this will speed up your metabolism and fill you up. you'll eat less and have a lot more energy throughout your day, so you will be burning many calories. try it for a couple of days and watch what happens!

26. QUESTION:
    Can anyone give me a strict fast weight loss diet?
    When I look up diets.
    It just tells me what kind of food they suggest and what not.
    I want a strict day to day meal plan that can make me lose
    weight fast.
    When I can have a wide variety of different things I break the rules real fast! I want a schedule of what I eat..when I eat and
    when I excerise and how.
    thanks so much!
    and that's free too haha!

    • ANSWER:
      www.sparkpeople.com is a free web site that has the tools you are looking for. You can follow their meal by meal plan or you can make up your own... what ever suits you. They also have info on exercise, support teams, forums for questions etc.

27. QUESTION:
    What is a fast weight loss? ideas? anyone have any?
    OK
    I'm trying to loose weight...let me tell you about myself.
    I'm a guy 6'3 aprox 275lbs and I have a big build I'm 20 years old. When I was in high school I weighed about 220 and I liked that weight. I want to get back to that weight. Here is what I have been doing....Trying to eat under 1500 calories a day atleast under 2000. I try to eat only 10 grams of fat or less per meal. I'm going to the gym every night and I do cardio and try to burn 1000 calories and then I lift weights.
    What else would anyone recomend for me?
    I've been doing this about 2 months and have only seen some progress. Please help me refine my diet and work out, I'm open to any and all ideas. Is there anything I should take. How can I loose weight the fastest.
    Also I was wondering if anyone knows a website with a good calculator to tell me what my ideal weight should be. For my body size ect.
    Please help! I want weight loss asap!
    Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      Low Carb Dieting Tip
      Your rate of metabolism dictates how many calories you burn. Heredity, gender, age, body size. diet and nutrition, activity level, and your overall health factor in on determining how high or low your metabolism is. It is normal for metabolism levels to lower as a person ages. Because of this it is important to begin stepping up your exercise routines in your thirties and forties.

      Ways to Boost Your Metabolism

      Eat Regularly - Eating 5-6 small meals throughout the day will give you energy throughout the day--helping you to burn calories. Whereas, calories eaten during larger meals tend to get stored as fat.
      Maintain a Balanced Diet - Not only how often you eat is important, but your food choices are equally as important. Nurture you body with the appropriate balance of protein and carbs.

      Eating whole foods rather than processed food gives your digestive system a workout that burns calories. For example: choose an apple over apple juice.
      Workout with Weights - Building muscle mass will replace stored fat. As you build muscle tissue your metabolism increases.
      Don't Forget Cardio - You need to get that heart rate up and breathe a little heavier. Twenty to thirty minutes of cardiovascular activity 5 days a week is recommended. Brisk walking or swimming are good. Or utilize exercise equipment (exercise bike, treadmill, or elliptical trainer)
      Fruits and vegetables are clearly an important part of a good diet. Almost everyone can benefit from eating more of them, but variety is as important as quantity. No single fruit or vegetable provides all of the nutrients you need to be healthy. The key lies in the variety of different fruits and vegetables that you eat.
      Some basic fruit and vegetable tips:
      •Try to eat more fruits and vegetables. If you need 2,000 calories a day to maintain your weight and health, aim for at least nine servings (4½ cups) a day.
      •Choose a variety of different fruits and vegetables. It's easy to get into a rut when it comes to the food you eat. Break out and try a wider variety - include dark-green, leafy vegetables; yellow, orange, and red fruits and vegetables; cooked tomatoes; and citrus fruits.

28. QUESTION:
    Does Xenadrine ultra fast weight loss drink mix work?
    If it does work how long do you see some results? And when is it good to take it or how many should I take? I'm doing weight watchers too so that will help because I have 25 points to eat every day and I have to eat small amount! So does this stuff really work?

    • ANSWER:
      All the over the counter diet pills are money makers for a company. They are filled with caffeine to give you energy, but you will crash. Stick with the weight watchers. If you want to try something, try a body cleanse.

29. QUESTION:
    fast weight loss tips and tricks. heathly or unhealthy doesnt matter?
    ive been struggling with my weight for years. and ive tried regular exercise and diet and it does not help.please dont suggest seeing my doctor, i have and she is absolutely no help.

    soo can you give me some tips or tricks whether they are unhealthy or not to loose a lot of weight and in a short time frame. im planning my wedding soon. and in the process i want to be happy and loook good on my wedding. also dont suggest diet pills because they are expensive and do not work.

    • ANSWER:

30. QUESTION:
    Any suggestions for SAFEand FAST weight loss?
    I just had surgery on my foot and I cant walk or use my foot yet. I'm going on vacation in 3 weeks and need to tone up and lose weight before I go. Any SAFE suggestions? Aerobics are OUT of the question.

    • ANSWER:
      Do situps and not just the straight up and down ones because although they will help they wont do it all. You also should do sit ups to your sides to get the muscles running diagonal through your tummy.

      Lift weights for your arms, repition is more important than how heavy they are if you're just trying to tone your body.

      Lie down and pretend like your riding a bycicle.

      Do scissors (where you lie down and lift one leg up in the air over and over)

      And that person that told you to run clearly didnt read your question because if you cant walk, you cant run.

      Other than that, follow what the other people said about dieting. But just so you know, if you lose 15lbs in a week or two, you lost water weight, which is totally useless to you because you'll only put it back on and be disappointed (also, I heard that water weight doesn't show, so if thats true, then losing 15lbs in water weight wont make you look any better) just eat right. And you do need some meat because without iron and protien, you aren't going to do your body much good.

      Oh, and its total B*S that diet drinks wont make you gain weight, they will! Just because they don't have sugar doesn't mean you can still drink them! and FYI, all carbinated drinks are bad for your health.

      Good luck!

31. QUESTION:
    What is the best fast weight loss program?
    I am looking to look 10 pounds in 60 days, is there any helpful resources online that will help?

    • ANSWER:
      There are so mant different ways to lose weight, diets, exercise, dietary supplements, etc...You have to find the method that is best for you. There is this great website that helps you choose the best weight loss methods for you and helps you through your weight loss. it's totally free and it worked for me...

32. QUESTION:
    a question about flabby skin and fast weight loss?
    if you lose weight really quickly and your skin becomes flabby as a result, there is a way to make it tighten again, right? like, will it naturally go back to normal, or is there like lotion for that or something?

    • ANSWER:
      Honestly; it depends on how much skin youre talking about. If it was an extreme amount of weight that you lost and you were carrying it for long time ~ your skin actually loses elasticity and wont go back....
      Vitamin B and Vitamin E are good to help your skin but you should maybe see your doctor and discuss the issue further.
      Also:
      According to a co-worker of mine who lost 85 lbs doing the Dr. Bernstein diet ~ he gives you a shot of straight vitamin B every week to help ensure that your skin doesn't become flabby after the weight loss. Apparently you can purchase the vitamin B shots at any pharmacy as well. Good Luck !!!

33. QUESTION:
    Any ideas for fast weight loss?
    I definitely need to lose weight before my wedding in October. I`m 5 ft 2 in and 139 lb. I know i`m overweight and should lose about 18-20 lb. How do find out how many calories I need to eat daily? I want to start a workout program too. I want to start with a 20 minutes walk in the morning and 5-10 min of jogging in the evening. Is it enough? Thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      To check the number of calories you need eat daily, go to projectweightloss.com. You can enter your target weight, and the web site calculates how many calories you should eat every day to reach that weight. The site is free, you just need to sign up as a member.. They also have a diet and workout planner that shows you how many calories you burn when you exercise, and how many you eat with your meals. That`s how you can find out if you exercise enough. You can also use their weight charts and see whether you`re under/over the daily calorie limit. Good luck!

34. QUESTION:
    Am I on the road to fast weight loss?
    I'm 15 and 5'8 and recently have gained alot of weight. For breakfast I had exactly 1 small bowl of special k cereal and for lunch I had a few grapes and a fist size piece of fresh salmon. I went on an hour bike ride this morning and I exercise twice a day, and I go to a gym. I'm doing all this to get in shape for modeling. Am I on the road to good and fast weight loss? I weigh 140

    • ANSWER:
      Maybe and maybe not. It hits unhealthy when you go under 126lbs. But eatting and exercising like that could turn into anorexia. Eat more an hour before a work out and you ll still be burning of weight but therell still be some that your body will feed on if your not getting the proper diet. Celery also cancels out calories so you can eat celery after a
      meal. Just eat more and keep exerxising.

35. QUESTION:
    What are the best exercises for fast weight loss?
    I am on a diet, but I need some good exercises as well.

    • ANSWER:
      Lots of cardio- running, biking, swimming.

      A good "core" workout does wonders too- pilates/yoga.

      Any regular leg lifts, crunches, etc. only work well if you combine them with regular fat burning cardio.

36. QUESTION:
    How to weight loss fast at home.?
    hi friends how can I weight loss fast at home…….please refer any website to get the details & love to have your suggestion also.

    • ANSWER:
      run & cut most sugar & simple carbs from your diet

37. QUESTION:
    Do any diet pills really work for fast weight-loss of say 10-15 pounds?
    I know a life style change is what will really help me and I'm working on having better habits and everything. I just wanted to jump start it all with loosing a good 10 to 15 pounds and was wondering if there was a diet pill that would help me drop it fast. I don't know if it makes any difference but my stomach seems to be where all the fat is :~) Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      With Hoodia I lost 4lbs the first week! After a month, I'm down 13Lbs!
      Personally I think 100% Hoodia in tablets is best!

      Check with your doctor before starting any weight loss program.
      The problem w/Hoodia is 90%+ are scams. The real Hoodia is expensive and only the one imported from S.Africa has been show to work.
      Many people go for the low cost scam Hoodia and have no results!
      **** VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO GET RIPPED OFF ---
      #1. Be sure you are buying pure Hoodia...look for the import certificate on the website. No matter the price, if they do not display this, you really do NOT know what you are getting!
      #2. Be sure it is 100% Hoodia & not mixed w/other herbs, etc.!!
      #3. Keep in mind it stops your hunger pangs…you MUST remember to break your habit to always eat at certain times.
      #4. Drink a full 8oz. glass of water with it!
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38. QUESTION:
    What is an easy fast weight loss method?
    Im 5'3 and currently weigh 145 pds , I stopped working out for a few months and put on alot of weight It makes me really depressed and I know I should diet but I don't know where to start. Whats the best guaranteed way to loose alot of weight????

    • ANSWER:
      Buy food from the grocery store. Buy fruits, vegetables, chicken, fish. Stay away from red meat. Buying your food from the grocery store instead of fast food will change a lot right there if you happen to eat out a lot or go through a drive thru a lot.

      Don't add salt to your food, drink 1 glass of water before each meal so that way you'll feel fuller, stay away from junk food, soda/pop, sweets, etc.

      Through out the day, drink at least 8 - 10 glasses of water a day. It may seem annoying but by doing this, you won't become dehydrated. Water gets rid of bad toxins and cleanses your body. Don't eat anything after 7PM so that way your body burns all of those calories you've had earlier on that day.

      For exercise, I would suggest dancing. Dance to any type of song that really gets you moving fast. Exercise for a good hour or two. Hope I helped.

39. QUESTION:
    I need to look good for my fiance by january fast weight loss suggestions?

    I am not looking for a quick fix or something just for the deadline in January. I have been trying to lose the weight for a while now. My fiance is at boot camp for the Navy and I will not see him till January. I just want to look really good for him when i see him as well as after that. I used to be in really good shape but as I have gone through a lot of hard times the last few years I gained like 30 pounds.

    • ANSWER:
      You can lose 30 pounds by January if you are committed to doing it. This means cutting out the sweets, junk food and high carb foods. You will have to increase your intake of vegetables and whole grains.

      Exercise will help a lot. Try to get at least one half hour of exercise each day. Do an exercise that you enjoy doing. Examples may be walking, weight training, dancing or martial arts. Yoga is great for losing weight and getting into shape.

      For more details on how you can lose the weight by January you can check out this site at http://zapthefat.blogspot.com

      Good luck to you.

40. QUESTION:
    Is this a diet that promotes fast weight loss?
    Eating 3 LCM bars a day (1 morning, 1 lunch, 1 dinner) total of 300 calories
    And as snacks eating 2 or 3 rolls of fruit leather = total of 200 calories
    so overall daily calorie intake is 500 calories. Is this bad? What will it result in?

    • ANSWER:
      This would be considered a crash diet because its under 1,000 calories. And because its not that many calories you will be left very tired and drowsy throughout the day. It will make you lose weight but you will go CRAZY with hunger and might end up just pigging out if you dont have will power.

      Im actually going on this wacko diet that I saw on tv just to test it out. It's where you just drink this drink Beyonce made famous and supposedly worked wonders. I think she lost like 20 lbs in 10 days!? Im not sure if that's even physically possible but I want to see so maybe you might want to try that with me?

      Oh and another thing these diets should absolutely be short term not like a month or even 2 weeks. It can be very very dangerous if you do it longer.

      Recipe--> The Master Cleanse Diet is a fast during which no solid food is consumed. Instead, people on the cleanse drink purified water spiked with lemon juice, Grade B maple syrup and cayenne pepper. A laxative tea or saltwater drink may also be consumed to help get things moving once the impurities start releasing from the body.

      The basic recipe for the Master Cleanse Diet is as follows:

      two tablespoons lemon or lime juice, preferably fresh-squeezed from organic citrus (about half a lemon or lime) two tablespoons genuine Grade B maple syrup (not maple flavored syrup)

      a pinch of cayenne pepper or to taste

      eight ounces of water (many people recommend purified or filtered water) cold or at room temperature.

      Mix all of the ingredients and drink.

      Burroughs recommends drinking between six to 12 glasses daily during the course of the cleanse. No food should be consumed, just drink whenever you are hungry.

      Before bedtime and first thing in the morning, you can either drink a cup of herbal laxative tea or do what’s referred to as “salt water bathing.”

      Mix two teaspoons of sea salt, not table salt, with a quart of water and drink morning and evening. This is designed to help flush impurities from the body.

41. QUESTION:
    Do I have cellulite on my stomach because of fast weight loss?
    Ive lost about 18-20 lbs in the last 3 months and i noticed a bit of cellulite. I'm only 14, 5'1 and im 121 lbs now. I work out, eat healthy and am planning to lose 10-15 more lbs. Will it go away when i lose more?

    • ANSWER:
      a healthy life style should definately help. don't freak about it just yet. the most important thing to stay away from is caffine. 14 years old, dont be so worried...just maintain a healthy life.

42. QUESTION:
    Does anyone recommend any good fast weight loss diets?
    I want to loose weight without using a fad diet and I want to loose weight naturally, but fast at the same time. Please give me a 7 day schedule of what I should eat or a recommendation of good foods. Also do you recommend skipping lunch? I always get bored, skip lunch and end up snacking, but when I'm not bored and skip lunch I don't snack. I am a teeensy-weensy bit overweight according to wii fit..

    • ANSWER:
      It is important to understand what happens when you skip a meal or go on a crash diet. When you skip a meal your metabolism slows to conserve your energy. And when you lose weight too quickly for a few days, your body thinks it is threatened with starvation and goes into survival mode. It fights to conserve your fat stores, and any weight loss comes mostly from water and muscle.

      Never skip a meal, especially breakfast, and eat healthy snacks between meals. Eating frequently prevents hunger pangs and the binges that follow, provides consistent energy, and may be the single most effective way to maintain metabolism efficiency.

      Eating slowly gives our bodies time to tell us they are full before we've eaten more than we need.

      People who eat healthy, mostly unprocessed foods, including fruit, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and limited amounts of lean animal protein, often find that they can eat as much as they want without gaining weight. If they are switching from a diet containing lots of processed foods, they find that they can eat more yet consume fewer calories -- and they lose weight.

      Historically, the Chinese ate mostly rice and vegetables with a little lean meat for protein and flavor, nothing like the American Chinese restaurant dishes of deep fried sweet and sour pork. A step back to more natural foods would improve our health and waistlines.

43. QUESTION:
    What is the best diet for fast weight loss?
    i already workout for an hour everyday, but i haven't changed my diet so i haven't seen results. what diet can i see quick results already with my workout plan? any diet secrets? im going grocery shopping tomorrow so what should i buy?

    thank you

    • ANSWER:
      Unhealthy? The Detox Diet
      Healthy? SpecialK or Slimfast
      Maybe Together?

      Diet Secrets?
      Smaller Plates, Cups = Smaller Portions

44. QUESTION:
    Any good and fast weight loss tips?
    i am 10 about to turn 11. i weigh like 92 i think. i have a little belly fat and all my friends are skinner than me. i don't feel GREAT about myself tho. but i want to lose weight before it gets way 2 bad. am i over weight? any tips?

    • ANSWER:
      this is my own diet :

      I am curently on a diet my self and i lost 24 lbs since Jan 20 until today March 13.

      I cut out all the bad things out of my diet that i felt are holding me back:
      - sweets
      -bread
      -pasta
      -rise
      -pop
      -juice ( too much sugar in store brand) make ur own freshly squeezed
      at home
      **** eat veggies with every mean
      **** i stopped eating after 8 pm
      **** eat 3 main meals
      **** snack inbetween ( fruits, yougurt, powerbar)
      ****drink alot of freshly squeezed lemon juice with warm water
      ****ALOT OF WATER!!

      it might sound like alot of work but its really not

      fisrt couple days are a lil hard but your body adjusts to it in no time remember its all about will power

      wish you luck

45. QUESTION:
    what diet is the best for fast weight loss?
    I'm 5'8 and currently a size 12/14 i would love to be a size 8/10 but every diet i do i don't lose much weight, and if i do lose any weight it's off my face or my stomach.
    and since it's not making a difference to the way i feel i just stop dieting and eat normally.
    I like to snack, and i really cannot be bothered to make complex meals

    what kind of diet would be the best for me?

    • ANSWER:

46. QUESTION:
    Does anyone know any easy, fast weight loss solutions that actually work?
    I'm looking for something that will really work quickly and i don't really have a lot of time for exercise, i think my problem also is I don't have time to eat so I snack instead of having meals, or go a whole day without food and then pig out at night. Anyone with any ideas to help?

    • ANSWER:
      I see two problems that can easily help you trim down. First, you stated "you snack instead of eating meals", I suggest you watch what you snack on, for instants, snack on fresh fruits, veg'ts, nuts, grain, or snack, fruit, and yogurt bars.
      Secondly, you pig out at night! I suggest you stop and just eat a well balance meal. Don't overdo it just because you skipped a meal.

47. QUESTION:
    how does fast weight loss ruin your metabolism?
    want to lose a lot of weight quickly but someone said that will ruin my metabolism so when I began to eat again I'll gain loads of weight.
    What if I begin to eat little by little rather than 3 normal meals a day I'll have 3 half a normal meal a day. Will that help my metabolism get back on track or is it ruined forever.

    • ANSWER:
      When people want to lose a lot of weight quickly, they often eat WAY too little and their body thinks it's starving. A starving body does what it should: hold on to every bit of weight it can to stay alive as long as possible. This means that your metabolism slows down.

      The reason you will gain weight is because 1.) You metabolism has slowed down as a result to starving yourself an 2.) When you go back to eating normally, you are consuming more calories than you were while eating too little.

      The best plan is to eat a healthy amount. That is, eat when your stomach growls and, after a bit of food, stop and reevaluate. Are you still hungry? If so, eat some more; if not, stop eating. This is a lifestyle you can keep up for life, reducing your chances of gaining a whole lot of weight.

48. QUESTION:
    How long should I exercise a day for fast weight loss and how many times per week? 10 pts. for best answer?
    Please no excess information about diet plans, just exercise.

    • ANSWER:
      A good amount of exercise would be 30-60 minutes of a cardio activity (jogging, jump-roping, power-walking, etc.) about 4-5 times a week. It's good to let your body rest a day or two. good luck & i hope I helped!

49. QUESTION:
    What are some really good and fast weight loss products?
    If u have expierence with a product tell me how long and how much u lost

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50. QUESTION:
    what is a good diet to feed my dog for fast weight loss?
    My 2 year old golden retriever is over weight. He's a picky eater and doesn't eat much...he just was not blessed with a high metabolism. I'd like to cook for him if there is a proven diet that would work.

    • ANSWER:
      Have you have him tested for hypothyroidism? Its very common in Goldens and will make them over weight even if they don't eat a lot.