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Posted: Wed Jul 12th, 2006 06:55 pm |
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| Hello! I'll try to make this short - after being very active for my whole life I moved to university where there was nothing offered in terms of sports for me. After a short time I became very sick with a major blood deficiency and have gained a significant amount of weight because of all of this (not being able to work out, sleep properly or gain nutrients from food). I can't find a dietitian in my area and I was told by my dr to consult one to get my body back in gear. In short, I'm looking for some food advice on what will help me burn fat, get my metabolism to a normal rate and if you could please suggest exercise or some sort of routine for me. I would really appreciate your help!! Thank you so much for your time! (I think what i really need is for someone to set me a schedule, since i'm used to a coaching staff suggesting what to do and what not to do).
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Posted: Wed Jul 12th, 2006 07:08 pm |
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Looks like you really need a dietitian! But since you don't have one, let me say that no food or safe drug will help you burn fat. The only thing to rev up your metabolism is activity. To be on the safe side, the only thing I can suggest is, first, to start walking; increase the distance and speed little by little. If this isn't safe in your area, get a dog, a walking companion, join a mall-walker's group or find or buy a treadmill.
Second, check out Dr. Weil , who has a very comprehensive and common sense approach to health, and Gary Craig's EFT for possible suggestions.
Third, toss all the junk food, useless carbs etc. in the house and don't buy any more. Stock up on veggies, fruits, fish, skinless chicken breasts, etc. Be sure you are getting enough B vitamins which are vital for many functions; I personally believe everyone should take a quality supplement.
Stay away from fatty fried foods and sweets, and continue to have the Dr. check your iron levels, blood sugar and thyroid, as well as anything else that occurs to him from time to time. Relaxation techniques and avoidance of caffiene in the evening may help you sleep better; it does for me. That also helps your metabolism and outlook.
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Posted: Wed Jul 12th, 2006 08:51 pm |
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| Thank you! I think I just needed to hear someone say get rid of that junk AND don't buy anymore. I'm definitely still trying to be active, but I think it's much more difficult for me now since I used to play so many team sports growing up-even cross country running was a team sport. I played hockey for over 10 years before I moved away for school, plus basketball, volleyball, rowing, and many other recreational/non-competitive level sports. It was a big difference coming from all of that to where I am now. I have to walk everywhere I go-I am a student after all! And school, work, groceries etc all take me about 30 minutes to get to. I don't even know what I'm getting at-but I hate being overfat (i think you had used that term in another post). I want to tone and strengthen muscle and lose the fat. I have a friend who went to a dietitian and she was given fat blockers-she takes them before every meal and is subsequently in the bathroom for a varied amount of time depending on how much fat was in the meal. is this healthy? Would you recommend I look into any fat- or carb blockers? thermogenics? Or incorporate protein powder or something like that into my day? and how? I'm sorry to throw all of this at you. I'm just wondering what might you recommend to a client who is trying to burn off fat in terms of meal-planning and supplements? And actually-I think you're from the States, but might you know any dietitians in the Ottawa, Canada region? thanks!
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Posted: Wed Jul 12th, 2006 09:07 pm |
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I just read the EFT-I don't think it's for me. I'm actually a psych student and I have a great support system with friends and family. One thing I have noticed is that I sometimes will eat when I'm not hungry-like when I'm watching tv or I'll pick something up on my way home from work "for later WHEN I'm hungry", but I'll end up eating when I get home because I'm tired and don't feel up to anything else.
Something I might try is a food diary-and REALLY take inventory of what I'm putting into my body. I would still really appreciate your input on supplements etc though! I would really appreciate an experts opinion on them...and if they're worth putting in all that time and money. Thanks again!
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Posted: Wed Jul 12th, 2006 09:36 pm |
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I didn't realize you were that young, I thought you were a professor. English major, maybe? At least you were paying attention in grammer and English classes.
A food diary sounds like a great idea. That way you can plan substitutes for some of the fattening things you eat now.
I think fat blockers are a TERRIBLE and dangerous idea. Fat carries many absolutely necessary nutrients that maintain our health, help prevent cancer, osteoporosis (not now but later in your life), and many illnesses including boosting our immune system. True many fats are bad ones, trans fats in particular, and fat from animals other than fish. We require good fats in our diet, especially Omega 3. Fat blockers are indiscriminate - they block good fats and the nutrients they carry, as well as bad fats, and as you friend demonstrates, can't be good for bowel health either. That's just another name for purging!
Eat good food, and enjoy it, and just don't buy bad food whenever you can help it. Chewing gum, brushing the teeth, etc. sometimes helps when you have munchies. Be careful of sodas and sweetened drinks, they are a major cause of overweight. I drink sweetened tea, but I use a non-nutritive sweetener (not artificial, xylitol, a little pricey; Dr. Weil recommends sorbital).
If you find you're eating whatever instead of preparing a meal because you're tired when you get home, there's several options. Make sure the snacks are healthy and give in. Prepare part of the meal the night before. When you do feel like cooking, prepare double, and freeze flat in zipper freezer bags, labeled, so you can easily fix something on those days you're too worn out to cook. I'm there frequently. We either open some cans of healthy stuff; veggies, salmon, makeral or tuna. Or raid the freezer, or get a roasted chicken (pollo asado) at the grocery a block away.
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Posted: Wed Jul 12th, 2006 09:55 pm |
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| Thank you so much Bess! I think even the fact that I have someone listening to me is helping me already. I will try to be better prepared for those days I'm tempted to pick up pizza or something instead of cooking something myself. I guess it's better that I cut out unnecessary fats and carbs myself instead of having a pill do it for me (I might not be as mature as you thought, but I'm still an adult! lol)...so I should be able to tackle this. It's just been very frustrating, especially with summer here-and a relatives wedding is just under 2 months away. I was hoping to have made a dent in me by then. I know I have to take it one day at a time. I just have to stay motivated to find something active to do everyday and make the right choices when I go to the fridge (or don't go to the fridge, and should grab a pack of gum instead!). thanks again! I'll definitely be checking back for any advice you can throw out there!
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Posted: Sat Jul 15th, 2006 02:36 am |
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| I'm trying to lose weight for a family members wedding at the end of August. I know its not safe to do it too fast, but how would I be able to make the biggest impact on the fat on my body? And hockeygirl asked about supplements-are they safe? like Slimquick or are thermogenics? and how effective are protein powders etc? Thanks! (I'd really appreciate info on diet ideas-not crazy diet, but regular diet-and exercise)
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Posted: Wed Jul 26th, 2006 02:17 am |
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I'm going to say something, because I can't believe-well i can-but i want to acknoledge the number of people who have come back to view this posting on weight loss. I'm sure many of you are looking for the same thing I am-something quick, easy, cheap/free that will do the trick, get you back in shape, or just in shape, and at a healthy weight or how to establish your goal of a healthy weight/nice body body/a healthy body. I haven't found it yet, but I'll tell you what's made me feel alot better though. Before I get to that, I want to mention that I have made an appointment with a dietitian, something that I think many people should do to find what foods and exercise work for them. here's what I've been doing in the meantime and what i can recommend, since it's made me feel lots better since my last post a couple weeks ago:
-watch what you're eating
*portion size per meal/snack
*what are you eating? lots of junk or a good balance of the good and the bad?
*are you snacking because you're bored/watching tv/on the computer? or because you really do need something light and quick to hold you over until your next meal?
*when are you eating? esp. when you're 'cooking for one' there's really no schedule, and little criticism about the fact that you just ate massive amounts of crap food for breakfast, lunch and dinner (and not to mention right when you got home and started watching tv)
*i stopped buying chocolate bars or 'treats' at the grocery store with everything else. If I really can't calm a craving down, I'll walk the 10 minutes to the store and the 10 minutes back to get that chocolate bar if i really want it.
-watch what you're drinking! i was addicted to pop, but after realizing how much crap is in them and all those empty calories, I've stopped buying them by the box. Even be careful with fruit juices...alot of those have artificial sweetners and colouring. Fruit and juice have alot of natural sugar to be weary of, but even if you could just cut out the realy bad juices etc for now is a good start.
-along with walking to/from work and school and everywhere else, I've been trying to walk for atleast 45 min to 90 min when i have a chance during the day (instead of watching tv or whatever)
-if you don't want to go to the gym or just can't, a couple dumbells at home and a pilates mat can be great for doing some quick workouts at home whenever (try to start with 30 minutes of light exercises and good stretches, build from there)...there are alot of great websites that have simple exercises to do at home-with pics to help do it properly.
Just take it a day at a time! You'll know when you're really ready to take losing weight seriously; don't be afraid to ask a professional for help and proper assessments to make sure you're doing things properly.
Maybe try the food diary...you'll be surprised how a "handfull of this, and a handful of that" REALLY add up at the end of the day. Be wise about food and how you're spending your time during the day...
A buddy is good too! To work out with or even just to chat to about ideas like these or for some encouragement. I'd appreciate some feedback myself! Goodluck guys!
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