Safe Weight Loss

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   How to choose safe weight loss products?
   Is it necessary to opt for safe weight loss products to reduce body weight?

   • ANSWER:
     If you want to lose some weight, it is not necessary to take natural weight loss pills and supplements. The ugly side effect from taking weight loss pills may outweigh the benefit. The whole idea of a successful weight loss program is to approach it in a realistic manner without compromising your overall health. The following are some of the criteria of a good weight loss program.

     • Without using any diet pills or supplements. Although a few type of diet pills have been approved by FDA but there were cases at a point in time, the FDA have approved a drug that is certified safe for the public but later recalls it back when there is a new finding that the drug is not safe in the long term.

     • The weight loss program is affordable by all and don’t need to pay a monthly fees to use it. In contrast to diet pills regime where you need to buy it on a regular basis and the amount of lose weight will reversed back once you stop consuming it.

     • The weight loss program must prove to be effective in the short and long-term, without need to endure starvation and without any daily athletic workout. (But taking a light exercise every few days is highly recommended).

     Since 2005 I have tried reducing my weight using most of the so-called popular weight loss program from the internet but with no avail until I meet the following weight loss program that’s finally worked for me with all the above criteria. I'm confident that it will work for you too.

2. QUESTION:
   Anyone know any safe weight loss supplements?
   I want to know if anyone knows any safe effective weight loss supplements that aren't too expensive. If possible ones that you could get at a store such as Walgreen's. However, i want to make sure they are safe and will not do any serious harm to me. If anyone knows any, your help would be greatly appreciated. =]

   • ANSWER:
     crevax is a non prescription too and it's doesn't have any side effects. i slimmed down with it.

3. QUESTION:
   What are safe weight loss products?
   I'm 21 years old, about 5'7 and 158 lbs and I cannot take it anymore. I eat a vegetarian diet, I exercise about 3-4 times a week PLUS I have a physically active job. What are safe weight loss products for someone who wants to desperately lose 20-25 lbs?

   • ANSWER:
     The truth is weight loss products or "pills" won't get you where you need to be. If they were to help you lose weight, you would gain it back after you quit taking the pills. First of all, it doesn't sound like you are that heavy. Secondly, it sounds like you just need to tweek what you are doing--diet and exercise. This would get you where you want to be safely, effectively, and it will last.

     This might help: http://weightlossguide.cjb.net

4. QUESTION:
   Is there such a thing as a safe weight loss tablet?
   Is there such a thing as a legal, safe, weight loss tablet and where can you can such a thing?

   Thanks
   x

   • ANSWER:
     Unfortunately all drugs have side affects, given the fact that weight loss can be achieved without using pills the risk would seem to outweigh the benefit. The "herbal remedies" tend not to have any actual effect beyond placebo, however if you take something pharmaceutical you may well achieve significant weight loss however the side affects are likely to be severe, for example orlistat prevents your intestine from absorbing any fat, so the fat is excreted several minutes after consumption, some have described it as "orange oil", other drugs work by appetite suppression these tend to be similar to amphetamines (speed), and you run the risk of heart problems, addiction and rapid and extreme weight loss, people who use diet pills will often "yo yo" anyway with no substantial sustained weight loss.

     If you want to lose weight the most important thing is to go on a calorie controlled diet, it doesn't really matter what you eat (see link) providing the calories are less than the total recommended for a women of your age height. Exercises can also help but recent studies show that they are not as important as once thought, finally an easy way to suppress your appetite is have a pint of water before a meal.

     Remember only diet if your BMI is above 25, dieting when normal, or underweight is a sign of mental health problems. If this question is regarding your own weight I saw your picture and you look just fine.

5. QUESTION:
   what is a safe weight loss supplement?
   Is there a safe weight loss supplement that I can take to get started. I have tried watching my diet and portion control but nothing really is working. I will lose maybe 5 lbs but always seem to gain it right back.

   • ANSWER:
     Well, any supplements to help you lose weight is either going to be a fast loss which also makes for a fast gain when you stop taking it (eg. colon cleanses), it's something that is going to starve your body of certain nutrients that it needs, or it's not going to be a sole source of weight loss. What I mean is that exercise is going to be required for any solid, long-term weight loss... it's also a really good (and safe) way to lose weight. Some of the best ones I've seen that can help lose weight with exercise are Chromium, Tonalin CLA, and/or L-Carnitine.
     In addition to that, I would recommend meeting with a nutritionist or dietitian to see if there is something else that may benefit you more.

     As long as you are at a weight where you are healthy, the most important part is that you are HAPPY with your weight... not that you "should be X pounds", but that no matter what you weigh, you are happy with that instead of striving to be a size 2 or something like that. Good luck and I hope I helped!

6. QUESTION:
   What are some safe weight loss supplements that can be used with diet and exercise?
   I'm not looking for a magic pill that miraculously makes me lose weight. I am looking for something I can take along with diet and exercising that maybe can speed up the process or produce more results. Most importantly it should be safe, but also if possible, natural. I'm looking to lose around 15-20 pounds, just some weight I gained over summer. Please let me know any good recommendations, especially if you have tried it yourself.

   • ANSWER:
     You can try the following,

     *) Green Tea before workout to crank up your metabolism.
     *) L - Carnitine -> This helps in moving the hard fats to mitochondria and converts them to energy
     *) Fish oil -> Can be useful for skin and cardio
     *) Multivitamin -> Assuming that you are on a diet.
     *) I take Glucosamine sulphate for joint cartillages

     hope it helps

7. QUESTION:
   Can a professional, nurse, dietician please offer a free sample food plan to follow for safe weight loss?
   I need help please. Im gettting so depressed from things not working out. Please give any safe no pills needed tips for me. I find that walking up and down stairs is difficult and simple things like tying shoes. I'm too young for this. But I have no money to go to these weight loss centers. Please help!

   • ANSWER:
     Below is a sample menu for a day. As you can see I have recommended several small and light meals as opposed to three heavy meals a day. I also recommend walking 10,0000 steps everyday. Use a pedometer that counts the number of steps and to check number of calories burned. Please consult your own physician to analyze your condition first before starting a new fitness regimen and diet.

     Half an hour before breakfast
     diluted grape juice, 2:1 with water, slipped slowly

     Breakfast
     Fresh raw fruit (especially citrus) or fresh raw fruit with low-fat yogurt. And choice of:
     - fresh raw fruit and a small handful of nuts
     -poached eggs and fruit
     -poached eggs and whole grain such as brown rice or millet
     -salad
     -salad and nuts
     -salad and lot fat yogurt

     Midmorning
     Choose from:
     Fresh vegetables such as carrot or celery sticks.
     Apple
     1 fruit plus 8-12 almonds
     Herb tea
     Dandelion coffee
     Raw or baked tofu (like teriyaki)

     Half an hour before lunch
     Diluted red grape juice

     Lunch
     Always have a raw mixed salad composed of at least 3 vegetables. In addition, choose from:
     -beans
     -white fish
     -turkey or chicken breast (twice per week only)
     -tofu
     -whole grain
     -baked potato wit skin (2-3 times per week only, in any meal)
     -nuts or seeds

     Midafternoon
     Same as midmorning

     Half an hour before supper
     Diluted red grape juice

     Supper
     Raw salad or cooked vegetables
     Protein and whole grain (1 cup cooked)

     In addition to basic diet, take 1 tbsp raw bran with 1-2 glasses of water 10-15 minutes prior to each meal. This tends to reduce appetite.

8. QUESTION:
   is there any safe weight loss pills for teens?
   im 14 and 6ft and weigh like 176 and im tryin to loose some weight. are there any weight loss pills that are safe for me?

   • ANSWER:
     I will say this: Most "weigh loss pills" are just heavily concentrated doses of caffeine. Taking one is like drinking 3 cups of coffee right in a row. I really don't think that is what you are looking for.

     You want to either re-start your metabolism (which is the body's way of burning fat) but you are only 14 so I don't think it would have stopped or slowed that much. Maybe it's just on hiatus. There are 2 things to help do this:

     1) Eat healthy. Get rid of candy/junk food/soda/bread. Water should be mostly what you drink. Add in some fruit juices every so often, but don't go nuts with fruit juices because they contain a lot of sugar. In terms of bread, bread is just a lot of carbs/calories. So cut down on it, IE: Instead of a sub, get a wrap. They also make these things now called "Sandwich flats, or sandwich rounds" that are perfect. And NO WHITE BREAD, make sure you go wheat or whole grain. The meals you eat should also be small, maybe like five small meals a day to keep your metabolism going. Though I know that is tough at school

     2) Work out. Don't sit around playing X-Box like I did. Get up and do something, jog, play some sports (like find out if your school has a Volleyball team, Vball is really fun and if you are 6ft, you will have an advantage.)

     But here is the trick about the working out. The weigh loss pills are supposed to give you energy so you actually do work out. But the energy they give you is so much, so sudden and so unhealthy, that it sometimes has the adverse effect. Instead of weight loss pill, you should consider something like a fitness smoothie. These are low-carb (which means they won't add a lot of weight) and high protein, which means you'll get energy. The ones I use really work and they give me lots of energy and they taste great. Here is the link to them in case you are interested:

     http://mydietshopz.com/weonsasaen4.html

     Hope this helps!

9. QUESTION:
   Could a medically induced coma provide safe weight loss?
   Could temporarily induced comas be used to cause weight loss?
   I am not asking about the doctor's willingness, I am asking how well (or whether) it would work.

   • ANSWER:
     What doctor in their right mind would induce a coma just for someone to loose weight? HELLO??

10. QUESTION:
    Are There any Natural and safe weight loss remedies available?
    Well I am on the hunt for products or supplements to help me lose weight. I am in need of something safe of course. The thing is there is so much available that I just dont know which one to try. any ideas will be very much appreciated!
    Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      Exercise is both safe and very natural.

11. QUESTION:
    where can I get safe weight loss plans?
    I am looking for a site about safe weight loss plans. Can anyone recommed a good one? Thank you all

    • ANSWER:
      Okay, so let me tell you what I learned. I learned that if I used Metamucil that i would eat less, add healthy fiber to my diet, cut my cholesterol, and suck up some of my dietary fat. This might be an option for you too.

      I have written 3 big and detailed articles about why and how Metamucil works in each of these ways. Here are the links to these articles. I wrote these in hopes that what I have learned would somehow help somebody else.

      Oh, by the way, I lost 40 pounds in a healthy way over 9 months or so, with no diet pills!

      Lose weight with metamucil article: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...

      How Metamucil helps you to lower your cholesterol levels without the use of cholesterol drugs: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...

      How Metamucil sucks up some of the fat in your diet article: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...

      I hope that the knowledge I have learned helps somebody else out!

12. QUESTION:
    are there any safe weight loss supplement that actually work for teens?
    i'm 19 and i want to lose about 20 or 30 pounds. i exercise and eat well but im just not losing the weight. does anyone know of any weight loss supplement that actually works? (i don't want slim fast)

    • ANSWER:
      I'm sorry, there's really no such thing as a safe diet pill. They almost all contain stimulants that can damage the cardiovascular system, and then there's Alli, which can give you explosive diarrhea, so I don't think you want that pill either.

      Diet and exercise should work perfectly fine. I think you're probably either not giving it enough time (you should give it at least a month before you decide you're not seeing results), or you aren't dieting or exercising right.

      As for your diet, you should be eating high protein, high fat (saturated not trans, and no that's not unhealthy), low carb, low sugar. Keep your calorie intake around 1500 a day, carbs around 100-150 g a day, and as little added sugar as you can manage. Make sure to eat lots of fruits and veggies too.

      And you need to push yourself when you exercise. A nice easy pace won't do anything. You have to get sweaty, tired, and work hard. If you don't feel tired when you're done, if you're not out of breath, you're not doing it right. And you need to do both cardio and weight training, but on different days. Try and work out for at least an hour, 4-6 days a week.

13. QUESTION:
    Steroids have made me gain weight (30 pounds) and I can;t exercise because of back problems. Safe weight loss?
    I don't trust most weight loss pills and I cannot exercise because of severe back problems. I really need and want to start losing the steroid weight. I was on 70mg a day and eating like a horse all
    day and waking up and eating in the middle of the night. I don't trust the hunger pills out there. Seems like everyday there are more warnings.

    • ANSWER:
      Stop with those drugs man. Better start exercising lightly and be on diet. We all know its hard but do your best. You can walk around the block just to let out some sweat and eat proper foods.

      Good luck.

14. QUESTION:
    Good and safe weight loss pills with exercise and diet?
    I currently weigh around 220lbs. Before september 1st I want to lose about 50lbs to become 170lbs. I plan to workout 5-7 times a week burning 1000 calories each time while eating 1200-1500 calories a day. Do you think I will reach my goal in time and do you know of any safe pills that i can get from walmart, zellers, or shoppers that will help me reach my goal?

    • ANSWER:
      Serious diet pills are intended for people who are overweight to the point of being considered obese. Therefore, they are known as anti-obesity drugs; and should not be used for quick, temporary weight loss.
      Diet medications and supplements will not simply "melt" away all your unwanted fat and permanently solve any weight problem you might have. Most weight loss trials show that diet pills offer (at best) short term support.
      You should use diet pills in combination with a simple plan for weight loss through regular exercise and an improved diet. Diet pills such as Phentermine provide appetite suppression, helping you focus energy on enjoying healthy foods rather than feeling starved of junk food.
      Use caution with "herbal" and "natural" diet pills. These types of weight loss pills are not guaranteed to be more healthy or efficient just because they are made with supposedly natural ingredients. Many herbal ingredients of diet pills have been connected with many health problems such as heart failure.
      Avoid diet pills advertised as "fat burning." Cardiovascular exercise is the best method for safely and directly increasing your metabolism; which will in turn naturally burn away fat!
      Don't continue using diet pills for longer than 4-6 weeks without permission from your doctor. You should also talk to your doctor about when to stop.
      Potential Benefits of Diet Pills
      When considering short term use, the benefits of weight loss may include improving overall health and lowering the number of health risks one faces when overweight. Clinical studies have shown that some diet pills decrease blood pressure & cholesterol, fats (triglycerides) and lower help your body use blood sugar more efficiently (lowering insulin resistance) with short term use. However, no studies have yet been performed, and they are necessary in determining whether weight loss with long term use of diet pills will improve overall health

15. QUESTION:
    Do you think this is a safe weight loss program for me?
    I have a starting weight at 135 pounds at 5'3 and a medium frame.

    I'm going to eat around 1200 calories a day for the first 3 weeks, which my calculation show I'll lose 3 pounds a week.

    And then for the next 4 weeks I'll eat 1500 calories a day, which I'll lose about 2 pounds a week.

    For the total of 7 weeks, I'll be running 2-3 miles a day and pilates several times a week.

    So total will be 17 pounds in 7 weeks. What do you think?

    • ANSWER:
      I wouldn't cut your calorie intake all the way down to 1200. That's for people that are severely overweight, and is a really low number. Such low calorie intake will probably make you feel sluggish and you won't be up to exercising. 1500 calories a day should be fine, and if you'll be exercising with Pilate's and running, then 1500 is a good number.

      Just make sure to pack in the vegetables and fruit, drink lots of water, and eat breakfast. Also, stick to chicken and fish instead of red meat and limit your dairy intake, as dairy is high in fat.

      Best of luck.

16. QUESTION:
    Are there any safe weight loss pills for Teens?
    i want to loose 30 pounds fast. I need to in a short amount..along with diet and excersise i want to find a healthy weight loss pills for teens are there any?

    • ANSWER:
      Nope, Because weight loss pills for teens can surely effect some other things, it can be little harmful in future.

17. QUESTION:
    Do you know of any safe weight loss programs for teens?
    I don't want to start a diet if it's unsafe, but i want to lose weight. Can you help?

    • ANSWER:
      alexa, just my opinion ,,ok? first, understand what you are eating! if you must have junk foods,, eat some but important Push the Plate away after 1/2 is gone,, dieting is not healthy, just realize who you are,, what you want to weigh and be careful... to me thats the best way to lose weight and keep weight normal... goodluck

18. QUESTION:
    What is a safe weight loss per week to avoid saggy skin?
    I am 36 years old and terrified of a saggy body basically, I have lost 4 stone already and bits here and there are a little loose but not too bad, but I am halfway to my goal now, how do I tone up and avoid the sag?
    Oh I am on a lower carb diet around 50 carbs per day

    • ANSWER:
      I found this on this website.
      There are more tips and info.

      go to: How to lose 2 pounds a week?

      Go to: search "How to lose 2 pounds a week?"
      http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&newwindow=1&q=%22How+to+lose+2+pounds+a+week%3F+-+Healthy+life+every+day%21%22+-answers.yahoo+&btnG=Search

      I believe that weight loss always starts from mindset. This is the reason why i am able to lose 15kg in 2 months and maintain for 3 years straight, all the way till my pregnancy.

      1) What is my goal? I want to lose __kg in __ time.
      2) Why do I want to achieve this goal? (if possible, come up with 50 reasons)
      3) If I do not achieve it, what pains will I have? (come up with as many reasons as possible)
      4) If I achieve it, what happiness will I have? (come up with as many reasons as possible)
      5) What will happen to me if I continue my current situation for the next 10 years?
      6) Then when do I want to take action?

      Some solutions I can offer you for diet:
      Breakfast: eat fruits/drink fruit juice
      Lunch: Less carbo, more veg and fruits, less seafood, meat and eggs
      Dinner: Same as lunch but no solid food after 8pm. Soups are great dinners

      If you want to exercise to enhance the speed of weight loss. Go for some light jogging or do something you enjoy like an aerobic class or kick boxing class...
      search "How to lose 2 pounds a week?"
      http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&newwindow=1&q=%22How+to+lose+2+pounds+a+week%3F+-+Healthy+life+every+day%21%22+-answers.yahoo+&btnG=Search

19. QUESTION:
    Is there any safe weight loss pills?
    My bmi is 22 so i m not fat and i know it. BUt i have to lose fat around my belly and i cant help it but to eat whatever my hand reaches so the result: YES is to eat healthy (fruits. Low fat yougert and some bread, Fat free cheese)work out and Most important thing i take kind of weight loss medication
    I just want to know how safe its ?

    • ANSWER:
      Taking pills is risky and could hurt you. Stick to exericse and healthy eating. Whole foods such as fruit, vegetables (especially leafy greens), whole grains (oatmeal, brown rice) and legumes (beans, peas, lentils) and if you drink milk use soy, almond or rice milk. When you eat nutrient dense whole foods your body is nourished and satisfied, stopping constant food cravings.

      To get rid of belly fat, avoid saturated fat (animal products) and refined carbohydrates (white flour products, sugar) as these are empty calories.

      Pilates or yogalates is the best way to strengthen your core. Walk fast at least 30 minutes every day.

20. QUESTION:
    Can someone suggest safe weight loss?
    I am a 17 year old girl and my doctor suggests I try and lose some weight. I would like to do this as safely as possible. (I mean actual fat loss.) Does anyone know how much I would need to exercise at a gym and for how long to lose at least three pounds, keeping in mind a healthy diet as well?

    • ANSWER:
      okay first as far as i am concerned...to lose weight, you need to love how you look first...beauty and the object of change comes from within and if you dont feel like you are beautiful i can say for certian you wont lose any weight. You are beautiful the way you are...
      As for losing weight safely, its hard...you need to eat less and more often. small meals ever couple hours will boost you metablism. Excersing take it easy and start off slow. Take a walk everyday and the same time. After 1 week start walking 2 or 3 times a day. Walk about a mile or so... Then after another week speed walk, dont lift weights unless you want huge man muscles. If you really dont want to do it by yourself, join weight watchers (they are very cheap and they give lots of help) or join curves its a womens gym the cater to our needs (they are also very cheap for a membership and the assistants are really nice)
      If you start losing weight like more then 3 pounds a week, its not that its not healthy its just it could hurt your system, so if you come to one week where you've lost 7 or 8 pounds its no big deal.
      I hope this helps you, i know what its like to be told by my doctor that i should lose some weight. This is what I did. But i wasnt happy with me because of my self confidence issues. I dont know about you...if you need any support please contact me...i will give you words of wisdom from someone who has been in your place and done what your doing. Its going to be hard but I know you can do it. So far i have lost 40 lbs. and still going strong. I was 200lbs. and now i am a more healthy and happy 160lbs.
      Be safe and happy and healthy...

21. QUESTION:
    Are there any safe weight loss products I can take? I cannot tolerate caffeine or stimulants.?
    Just one cup of tea makes my heart act up. I am afraid of most weight loss products, since they contain stimulants. Is there anything that works that will not give me tachycardia or make me very weak?
    I am also hypothyroid. I take medicine for it, but it has not helped me lose weight. Every time I do a regular exercise program, I gain weight.

    • ANSWER:
      Wow. Have you ever heard of products called Isagenix. My mom is 55 years old and she has released over 40 pounds (in 9 weeks) and gone from a size 14 to an 8 with these products. She looks and feels so good. They really work and are so good for you. And they have no caffeine or stimulants in them. I am drinking the shakes for the whey protein as I am 5 months pregnant and they taste so good. What is they could help you like they have helped her. Good luck.

22. QUESTION:
    How many pounds per week is safe weight loss for a young adult?
    I'm 18, and since spring I've started rollerblading about a hour a day and watching my meal portions. Anyways, I've been loosing about 3 pounds a week for the past month. I started out at 185, able to fit in a small T and look good, I'm now I'm down to 166.

    The reason I'm asking is because I'm a bit of a hypochondriac and I've been 175-185 since I was 15(up until now).

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

23. QUESTION:
    Want rapid weight loss pill for safe weight loss?
    I'm searching rapid weight loss pill for safe weight loss. I will appriciate appreciate if you give me any ulr to buy any?

    • ANSWER:
      The answer of your question for rapid weight loss pill is - http://rapidweightlosspill.us/ and to buy the product.

24. QUESTION:
    I want to make a friendly and safe weight loss contest website for teens. What precautions should I take?
    the website would be a place for moderately and + overweight teens to share there struggles, goals, and accomplishments. are there any disclaimers/warnings i should put on the website? Do u think this is a stupid idea? How many chubby teen would look into this? Please don't be mean or vulgar.

    • ANSWER:
      I like the idea of teens losing weight supporting one another but not a contest. Rapid weight loss is both unhealthy and tends to be regained.

      Your disclaimer, if you have one, is that you are not a medical professional and you do not endorse any diet plan other than sensible, healthy eating in controlled portions, resulting in fewer calories being eaten, along with an increase in physical activity for more calories being used.

      Warnings should include starvation mode (eating fewer than 1200 calories a day, which makes your body do what it can to conserve calories, the opposite of what people want), fad diets, body cleanses, laxatives, bulimia and anorexia, diet drugs, and unintended use of prescription drugs for weight loss purposes--all things people who are desperate to lose might do.

25. QUESTION:
    Why do people use hcg for weight loss? Safe for dangerous?
    is it safe or or dangerous to use for weight loss? I don't really know what it is!

    • ANSWER:
      It's a hormone found in the urine of pregnant women, which is then extracted from the urine and put into a needle that you inject into yourself. You also follow a crazy low calorie diet, like 500-800 calories a day.

      I have no clue why people feel the need to use this, other than the fact that people will do anything for a quick-fix weight loss solution. I doubt it's been tested enough to be deemed safe, but safe or not, it comes from a pregnant woman's pee, and you inject yourself... sounds weird and gross and not particularly safe to me. Following such a low cal diet isn't safe either. Stay away from it, it's weird and unnatural. If you want to lose weight opt for old-fashioned diet and exercise!

26. QUESTION:
    What is the most effective and safe weight loss supplement with no negative side effects?

    • ANSWER:
      There are 2 working diet supplements i have used, MegaHoodia and Slim Fast http://hoodiastock.com/?wm=11205&tr=8035 , http://fast-slim.com/?wm=11205&tr=8035 both worked for me but i prefer Slim Fast, i 've been using it for almost 6 months now. U can try them if they do not work for u, claim ur money back.

27. QUESTION:
    Is there a safe weight loss pill?
    I am wanting to loss weight before my husband comes back from his deployment. I have been working out almost everyday now for about 2 months and eating healthy and nothing has changed, I have not lost any weight, and haven't dropped any sizes. My mother suggested a weight loss pill. Does anyone know if a healthy weight loss pill that actaully works, and you will see results pretty fast?

    • ANSWER:
      Many people eat 'healthy foods', but still in the wrong quantities. I know it's a pain to do, but counting calories really makes it painfully obvious where you're getting those extra calories that you don't need from which are preventing you from losing weight.

      Write down everything you eat every day. Make sure you measure out portions sizes with a small scale or measuring cups and spoons - most people overestimate by 30% or more, so don't guess. Aim to eat no fewer than 1200 and no more than 1500 calories each day.

      Also make sure you're getting the correct balance of foods - most people over do the grains (you only need 6 servings a day, and when an average bagel contains 3-4 servings these days it's really easy to see how people over do it. Pasta is another one that fools so many - a 'serving' of pasta is just 1/2 cup. Most people sit down to 1.5-2 cups at dinner). Most people also under do it when it comes to veggies - we're supposed to be getting about 2.5 cups of veggies and 1.5 cups of fruit a day, which is a lot more than the average person does.

      Also watch your juice intake (1/3 cup of apple juice is a serving size equivalent to a whole apple, but most people drink a huge glass because it's a 'healthy' food), and if you're eating any meal replacement, or quasi-healthy bars make sure you read the calorie content carefully. You're much better to have a salad with chicken on it than these bars.

      Plan ahead and have small snacks between meals (counting the calories of course), to keep hunger at bay.

      If you dine out, look up the nutritional information for the restaurant ahead of time to pick something healthier to eat. You'll also find that most restaurants are serving enough for a full 2-3 people on every plate these days which is part of the reason as a society we've forgotten what a proper serving looks like.

      Keeping your calories low does work pretty fast. I managed to lose just 16lbs over several months before starting with a dietitian. What I described to you above is what she's been teaching me to do - and I've now lost just a little over 2lbs a week for just over 4 months now.

      Diet pills don't fix the problem - even if they cause you to lose a little bit of weight, even if they were safe, they'd still don't teach you really how to eat properly and in the correct portion sizes. At best, they buy you some time, but time and not knowing how to eat properly will catch up with you and the weight will come right back on when you stop taking the pills.

28. QUESTION:
    Are the vibrating weight loss belts safe to use if you are not overweight or fat?
    I borrowed my friend's weight loss belt to just try it out but I'm a little worried about using it because I'm not fat or overweight. Also my little brother wants to use it but he's only 13, is it safe for him to use it? Last, how often should me and my younger brother use it if it's safe? Thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      they simply don't work and you'll look like a fool. there is no evidence of them working, waste of time.

29. QUESTION:
    What is a safe weight loss pill with little or no side affects?
    im just trying to lose inches around my waste and lost some of my stomach. I don't want to look sickly though.

    • ANSWER:
      Well Of course you know a excellent diet would help you. Keeping carbs,fat,sugar,salt,and calories to a miminum. Stick to dark leafy veggies and not potatoe and root like vegatables filled with carbs. Also keep protein high with leans meats like fish and chicken. Cardio every other day for 30 mintues to 1 hours would be best. and some light weightlifting to tone in between cardio days. And dont follow the myth the more ab work you do the better its all diet you need to do ab work every other day at the max. Leg lifts, Bicycles, crunches, swimming, running, etc.

      - Any other questions or advice on nutrition, dieting, supplements, weightlifting, bodybuilding, or etc. come visit and join the webs premier forum www.cagedanimal.net

30. QUESTION:
    Weight loss pills, wat are safe to take?
    What are the good and safe weight loss pills and what are the bad and not good for health ones. I need to know what really works.

    • ANSWER:

31. QUESTION:
    Is it considered safe to cause weight loss by reducing caloric intake without also increasing a child's exerci?
    Is it considered safe to cause weight loss by reducing caloric intake without also increasing a child's exercise level?

    • ANSWER:
      If we reduce our calorie in take or starve ourselves, then our body goes into a defensive mode and preserves the body's fat...which in return might not reduce the weight quickly, as with exercise and regular workouts....

      monitor how much a child's daily calorie intake should be, consult your doctor, and monitor the current child's calorie intake and deduct (reduce food intake) whatever, calories which is taken in excess of the current daily calorie requirements...

      The best solution is regular exercise and sports activities....

      Combining weight loss pills with regular workouts should get you quick results...here is a link to the five best weight loss products of 2010:

      http://dietingdetails.com/five-best-weight-loss-products-of-2010/

32. QUESTION:
    Can anyone give me good, SAFE weight-loss tips?
    I need more dietary techniques than exercise tips. I'm a fairly busy Junior in high school. I have no access to a gym, and I'm pretty lazy. I don't get to eat right because I don't have a license yet, I don't know how to cook, and my parents work all the time and normally bring me fast food or take out.

    • ANSWER:
      First cut out all soft drink and cordial. Drink water. There goes quite a few calories already...

      Eat pasta. Its not hard to cook - put it in boiling water for 10 minutes. lol.

      Pasta fills you up a lot for the amount of calories it has. You can buy ready made pasta sauces and add a tin of tuna for some flavour! Takes about 15 mins to make, and another 10 to bake. Too easy!

33. QUESTION:
    How safe are herbal weight loss teas?
    I'm trying to lose about 10 pounds and I was wondering if weight loss teas would help ("Three Ballerina" brand). I don't want to damage my body in any way, however. Do you know if these teas are safe to drink?

    • ANSWER:
      check out this site : http://www.fast-diets.co.cc/

34. QUESTION:
    Is it safe for someone under the age of 18 to take weight loss pills?
    I'm 13, and i was wondering if it is safe to take weight loss pills? or if anyone knows a really good diet that makes you loose weight quick? in like a month? And if it is safe to take the pills, which ones?

    • ANSWER:
      Many weight loss pills have been found to have adverse effects on your health. The only intervention that helped me was a whole plant based diet (John McDougall, Neal Barnard, Joel Fuhrman). Diet pills never helped me, however, when I started eating a whole plant based diet, I lost 80+ pounds without cutting back on the quantity of food that I ate.

35. QUESTION:
    Good, safe weight loss pills for women?
    I'm looking into trying weight loss pills to lose an extra few pounds. I'm 5'7 and around 132 pounds, and my target weight is 120-125. I'm 18 and have a pretty high metabolism (I workout and play women's rugby at my college), however i cannot seem to lose any weight. Any good, safe diet pills?

    • ANSWER:
      Pills are not good for you ...The best thing is to cut calories, drink lots of water, eat mostly fruits and veggies. Stay away from the breads and pastas

36. QUESTION:
    Does anyone out there have fast and safe weight loss tips?

    • ANSWER:
      Drink a large glass of water before each meal.
      Take a walk after dinner.

37. QUESTION:
    Are there any safe weight loss pills?
    Obviously I want safe weight loss pills

    • ANSWER:

38. QUESTION:
    What are safe weight loss surgery's for 13 year olds?
    The Q ^^^ says it all ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
    Jakobnow or watev u need to shut the eff up...im not skinny thats why i was asking....Der....Ty to all the KIND answers!

    • ANSWER:
      Hi There -

      There is a community for teens on a healthy lifestyle and it has many helpful tools on there such as calorie counters, teen groups to join, exercises, workout programs, etc This site also has other people your age that are asking the same questions and facing the same challenges that you are experiencing.

      www.sparkteens.com

      Hope this helps!

      w8losschick

39. QUESTION:
    How Safe are Weight Loss Pills for a 14 year old?
    Are weight loss pills safe for me? How do they help?

    • ANSWER:
      Before you decide to consume any diet pills or supplements, it is advisable that you consult your doctor first. Different diet pills work in different ways for different weight problems. However the fact remains that diet pills are created for overweight people to help solve a health problem that can lead to illnesses such as diabetes, depression, heart disease and others. Read here on the right way to use diet pills

      http://rapidweightloss.nmaskuri.com/2007/09/11/the-right-way-to-use-diet-pills/

40. QUESTION:
    what is a good safe weight loss pill with little side effects?
    looking to lose about 30 pounds taking a good pill and exercising.

    • ANSWER:
      Don't use pills! Diet pills only have a short term effect for weight loss, and they're not good for you body. Once you stop taking the pills, you'll put the weight back on again. You have to do it the old fashioned way. Diet and exercise. The diet part is actually easy, if your motivated to do it. Just buy healthy foods, such as fruits and veggies. Switch to rice and baked foods, such as baked chicken, and turkey. There's actually lots of really tasty foods out there that are healthy for you, too. Stay motivated and make sure that you step on the scale every morning, and mark the results on a calendar where you're likely to see it.

41. QUESTION:
    is CG injections for weight loss safe?what are the down sides to this medication?does it really work?
    heard a lot about it in the book,weightloss cure,what they dont want us to know about?im gonna talk to my doctor about it today, just wondering if anyone heard of it, and if any downsides?

    • ANSWER:
      don't do it there might be some side effects and i don't doubt it just drink lots of water and tea both to boost your metabolism exercise 30-60 min. and eat friuts and vegetables
      good luck!

42. QUESTION:
    How safe are weight loss pills for someone under 18?
    I'm thirteen, and all I want to know is if taking hydroxycut is okay for me, and what the effect of it is.

    • ANSWER:
      It is a waste of money. Pills cannot burn calories or decease intake of calories. It is better to follow a reasonable diet and get a little more exercise.

43. QUESTION:
    Is it safe to take Lipotropic weight loss injections while pregnant?
    I have a friend who is concerned because she had a series of four lipotropic weight loss injections into her abdomen before discovering that she was pregnant. These injections took place at the very beginning of her pregnancy. Is it possible that these injections have harmed her baby? I have seen some places that claim these injections are safe for nursing mothers, since they are essentially an injected vitamin B cocktail, but I have not found any information in regards to pregnant women. Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      But dear you body may not accept it and react because your body is not same as your friends. Don't try to use such drugs yourself without doctor's advice.

44. QUESTION:
    Are diet pills safe for weight loss or can they give side effects?
    I want to lose weight but I am not sure whether diet pills is a good option or not because I am scared whether they might give any any side effects and may be I will gain even more weight after using diet pills...........any answer is much appreciated

    Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      There is this drink called Taislim. It is a natural way to loose weight. The side affects are weight loss, loss of appetite, increased energy, the feel younger feeling... LOL!! I am dead serious! A bunch of my friends are on it now and it has helped everyone!!! It is a juice made out of a berry that makes your body release the hormone that tells you that you are full. You drink it 10 minutes before eating and eat whatever you want!!! I love it!!! It also has natural caffeine in it so you don't feel draggy like you would on other diets and it has never given me any kind of caffeine withdrawals. A PLUS FOR ME!!! This drink also causes blood rejuvenation so it also helps people with diabetes and fibromyalgia. The man that told us about it was a preacher with diabetes and he ended up cutting back on his insulin by over half! My dad and my sister have diabetes so we are all taking it and LOVE it!!! He also lost 40 pounds in about 4 months! I know it sounds too good to be true, but it works! You can email me for more details. Just click my box.

45. QUESTION:
    what are some good weight loss pilss thats safe and effective?
    what are some good weight loss pilss thats safe and effective for women?

    burns fat fast
    does not feel like you are having a heart attck
    safe
    effective
    CORRECTION:
    what are some good weight loss pills thats safe and effective?

    • ANSWER:
      Akavar
      Metabolife
      Stackers (if you're not sensitive to caffine)
      Zantrax
      Allie

      I know... I've tried it all.

46. QUESTION:
    What weight loss drug healthy, safe, reliable, effective?
    What weight loss drug weight loss for the girls, the relatively healthy, safe, reliable and effective, because their still go to school, so it is necessary to the safety of slimming products.

    • ANSWER:
      well not hydroxycut! drop n give me 20!!!!

47. QUESTION:
    Are the HCG shots for weight loss safe?
    I have been reading Kevin Trudeau's book for natural cures for weight lost and it said something about the HCG shot, has anybody had these shots? DO they work? Are they legal? For the most important thing are they safe?

    • ANSWER:
      He’s an opportunist, con artist, and snake oil salesman. You have to be careful and discerning in Alternative Medicine, or anything for that matter. In his book 90% of it is his rambling about evil big pharma conspiracies. Only about 6 pages are devoted to actual "cures" and even then they are not printed in their entirety, they just refer you to his website, were you have to pay even more money. Example: In one of his books he says he has a guaranteed cure for smoking, but doesn’t tell you what it is – he refers you to his website where for approx 0 you could get a lifetime’s membership and find out what that cure is.

      In 1990, Trudeau posed as a doctor in order to deposit ,000 in false checks, and in 1991 he pleaded guilty to larceny. Trudeau had used the credit cards of eleven customers of a mega memory product to fraudulently charge approximately 2,735.68. He spent two years in federal prison because of this conviction.

      People like Kevin Trudeau leech off the fact that there is growing interest in Alternative health and that some people have become disillusioned with Conventional Medicine and/or Pharmaceutical treatments so he sees an opportunity for a money making endeavor. People like that may have 1% interest in health but their main objective is getting rich. He has managed to become a multimillionaire by scamming desperate people and repeating numerous bizarre theories.

      Wherever there's illness there's someone waiting to exploit people's desperation by selling them quack cures. Trudeau is one such unscrupulous individual. He's made millions from terminal illnesses, and he doesn't care who suffers or dies as a result.

      He never actually commits to anything; he never said he had a cure for cancer, he said there MIGHT be a cure for cancer if you do certain things, but that there might not be, but probably there is and someone somewhere is probably hiding it. In this way he can legally say whatever he wishes and sell as many books as possible.

      More on Trudeau:

      http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YN5ihrECJms

      http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/09/23/AR2005092300559.html

      http://www.infomercialwatch.org/tran/trudeau.shtml

      http://www.consumeraffairs.com/health/trudeau.html

      http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9006287/

48. QUESTION:
    Do you know any safe weight loss supplements/vitamins?
    I am very iffy about using weight loss pills, but I am trying to lose weight as quickly as possible. I am going to the gym and jogging/walking 2miles/day (starting out). I don't really need weight loss "pills" I guess, kind of searching for more of an energy vitamin that lowers metabolism or won't make you hungry? idk, any suggestions?!
    BAHAHAHA my bad.

    INCREASE metabolism ***

    • ANSWER:
      Do not resort to weight loss pills or any fad diets..
      They do not work in the long term. They cause your body to adapt in unhealthy ways mostly causing your body to lose water weight and muscle mass. Which will indeed slow your metabolism down. However I dont know why you want to slow your metabolism. I think you mean increase metabolism.

      As you see increased metabolism is what helps increase energy expenditure causing more calories to be used during the day.
      These days everyone is looking for a quick weight loss solution.. and really there is non there are quick weight loss solutions however they are only short term and I can guarantee the weight lost will be put back on right after you turn back to your normal diet.

      There is no secret to weight loss, it is just really difficult the answer is healthy eating and more exercise. If your hungry eat fruits, Try to cut down on junk food and you should never starve yourself. If your hungry eat healthy snacks.

      I hope this helped. good luck

49. QUESTION:
    i need a safe weight loss pill?
    im not looking to lose a TON of weight. but some here and there.
    i need a safe weight loss pill that i can trust and that works.
    if any doctors on here have any advice thatd be great

    • ANSWER:
      You can see tips in a web search for "5 diet pills that work".

50. QUESTION:
    How safe is Propolene for weight loss ?
    How safe is Propolene for weight loss ? Also How effective is it in weight loss combined with exercise?

    • ANSWER:
      Really; this is probably fairly safe - who can tell, there are so many poisins in the owrld. However, it will not be effective when trying to loose weight. It simply binds to water nd fat, making you feel artificially bunged up/full and taking away all the good fats you eeat in your diet. you should just eat less and excercise more. Unless you really wanna look like a model/arnie swarzneggar in which case you should go see a proper gym person who will really give some roids or something, or amph etc.