Weight-Loss Articles

Question: Is there any truth to this belly-rubbing weight loss article? I usually trust eHow.com for their amazing, simple, helpful tutorials. However, I ran across this article, and am highly skeptical of its claims... http://www.ehow.com/how_2110102_away-belly-lose-weight-easily.html Have you ever heard of this particular form of meditative weight loss? I am well aware of the power of the mind, and its affect on the body, but this particular method seems a bit far fetched. Any insight, testimonials, or related links on this matter are appreciated. Thank you in advance!

Answer: yes, it works. But not as you might think. breaking down fat. maybe not. However, it does stimulate the bowels relaxing the body and most folks have a few pounds of undigested food in your intestines and are a bit constipated. Cleaning the bowels of a few pounds of congestion will aid digestion and you can drop a few pounds as well. "Because it is a very light massage, utilizing repetitive and continuous hand movements, it has a calming effect on the autonomic nervous system which Vodder explains as "a change from a sympathetic state to a parasympathetic state" stressing the importance of the lightness of touch so as not to trigger a release of histamines in the tissue which would otherwise overstimulate. The effect is to induce a state of deep relaxation in the body allowing even the walls of vessels and bowels to be relaxed. For this reason, MLD is an excellent therapy for sufferers of hypertension.2"

Question: Is it legal to buy weight loss drugs online? Some articles that I have read have suggested that it is not.? There are some websites that have you feel out a medical questionaire and then they have a doctor and a pharmacist review it and then they determine if they will write the prescription or not.

Answer: Not without a doctor's prescription, and you do not know what type of pills you are really getting. It should be illegal.

Question: Is anyone else fed up with the articles in magazines about weight loss??? I am sick and tired of seeing magazine headings that are all about the new fad for weight loss. I think that this only pertetuates a psycologically unhealthy society. it directs the focus to body image. Any thoughts?

Answer: i'm fed up with them too. they take up much-needed space for other more useful articles, such as "aliens were spotted in New York!!!"

Question: How does a thin person eat? I was reading an article on weight loss and it was stated ? "I would eat like a thin person when I was getting out of control". I used that system to quit smoking, I just acted like a person that doesn't smoke. It worked. I don't know how a thin person eats or reacts to things. Any thin people got any tips? I get stressed I eat, bored or happy or any other emotion. What do you do?

Answer: hi im 5'4 and 91 pounds. I eat a bowl of oatmeal with Special K cereal on top in the Morning and then usually around 3:00 i have a protein Shake at the Gym that's blended with soy milk and strawberries w/ bananas then run on the treadmill for 7 miles. Then for dinner i usually have a Huge Turkey Cranberry wrap a salad and frozen fat free yogurt for dessert. Im also recovering from anorexia and when i was anorexic at 77 pounds i wouldn't eat under 300 calories. But i did learn that in order to loose weight its all about the calories. Of course i was going to die but now i like my schedule and enjoy the way i look. I hope this was wat you were looking for. I also wanted to note that i am obsessed about not being hungry

Question: Writing weight loss book- how do I find experts to contribute? Hello All. I am compiling a book on weight loss for people who would rather chew off their own foot than be in the gym for hours everyday, or who simply do not have the time. I am looking for reputable experts (nutritionists, holistic practitioners, etc) to contribute articles to the book, and I am willing to pay for good content. They would also have their name in print, which could be good for their own business/practice. How might I find these experts? If you know anyone, please direct me to them. Thank You!

Answer: I would be more than happy to be of assistance. My company specialises in weight loss surgeries abroad. People from the USA, Canada, and the UK contact us when they have had enough and tried everything there was to try but can not afford the high prices of surgery. I have access to others as well so lets talk. Send me an email or contact me on messenger.

Question: 10 points by today! What is the best weight loss, muscle toning plan for men? I want to know from people with experience in their suggested diet/weight loss/muscle toning plan. What do you plan do you recommend for men? I'm looking for weight loss, muscle toning, and muscle mass building. Weight loss and muscle toning are more desired than mass building (I don't plan on taking any shakes). I weigh 178lbs, am 5'9" tall, and I am not obese but overweight. Name your best diet & exercise plans! Books, articles, drugs, companies, etc!

Answer: I enjoy fitness, working out, and etc. I try a lot of programs. Many work and some not as well. Personally, for men (and even women), free weights and circuit training are great. As always, diet and exercise are the key for weight loss, muscle toning, and even muscle mass building. As for diet, try eating 6 smaller meals a day. I know you mentioned about not taking shakes. But, protein shakes are great for recovery after intensive workouts. Dinner should be a sensible meal- minimize rice and breads. You should vary your meals accordingly. Workouts should have weights and circuit type of training. Free weights are great for toning and weight-loss. Try some of the powerlifts such as squats and deadlifts. You can try dumbbell squats with shoulder presses. Here is a great and effective circuit training using a treadmill. Walk for 2 minutes (as a warm-up), jog for 2 minutes, run hard for a minute, then jog for 2 minutes, run hard for a minute, etc...do this for about 20-23 minutes. This works great. The above routine has been my diet and exercise plan which allowed me to lose over 40 pounds and develop lean muscle mass. Currently, I am trying out different programs to see how they are and pass on the information to my clients and associates. One program that I am trying out but I am still in the first week is a popular program that is heavily advertised called P90x (with Tony Horton). So far, it is a great workout for men (even women) who are a bit advanced in their fitness and aggressive with their fitness goals. They operate on a concept called muscle confusion. Workouts consist of weights, plyrometrics, kemp karate, yoga, pull-ups, push-ups, ab exercises that are tough, etc. It takes more of a time committment to do it. But, I have been having great results (more definition, etc.) in less than a week. By the way, do not be a slave to scale. Check the mirror also. It will show results. This is just a start. Keep working out and eating properly. Good Luck. JJ www.bestabexercisesonline.com http://fatloss.dinksrus.com

Question: How much coffee during weight loss? I know that coffee affects blood sugar levels therefore causing your body to store fat. But anything in excess is not always good. I have also read in a few different articles that it can also boost your metabolism. So which is it? How much coffee can a person consume in a day during weight loss? I do exercise everyday in one way or another so can I have coffee or should I just avoid it altogether?

Answer: I had a diet plan from a diet clinic and it said one cup of coffee a day. 6 oz of coffee.

Question: If you were to plan to use a supplement for weight loss, what are the key features you would look for? Please list the top 3 to 5 things that would be important for you in a weight-loss product. I am a writer, and I a doing a survey on this for an article on choosing a weight-loss supplement. Thank you!

Answer: Here are the top 3 things to look for in a weight loss product: 1- Exercise 2- Proper nutrition 3- Realization that a supplement won't help you lose weight Hope that helps, Dave S. Owner, Perfect Fit Personal Training Studio http://www.thetruthaboutdiets.com

Question: What is the ratio of weight-loss between those who follow a vegetarian diet v.s. high protein meat diet? Is there any data on weight-loss for people that followed a vegetarian / vegan diet, compared to those who eat lots of meat / high protein? I have heard varying reports of what is better in terms of weight loss and know most of the facts. Are there any articles / data to substantiate either argument? I'm not looking for diet advice. I'm healthy, fit and exercise regularly. Just looking for anything that supports either argument.

Answer: There is no difference. It is the amount you eat that is the real factor. I am a fat vegetarian. I have a high protien diet. good luck!

Question: How does exercise help quicken weight loss? I read this article saying if I eat right and walk a lot everyday I can lose 10 pounds in 5 weeks, but in order to just cut back on calories I'd have to have to cut back 1000 calories to reach that goal which is next to starving. How is it that exercising while cutting back only slightly on calories speeds up the process of weight loss? And also how come only some workouts say they help to lose weight?

Answer: Exercise, in addition to burning calories, also builds muscle. Strength training or weight-bearing exercise in particular, builds muscle mass. Muscle tissue burns more calories than fat tissue even when you're at rest, so adding muscle helps elevate your metabolism so you burn more calories throughout the day. If you're afraid to work out with weights because you don't want to get big bulky "man muscles", do more repetitions with less weight and you'll get that long, lean dancer-like look. Muscle tissue also takes up less volume than an equivalent weight of fat tissue, so as you add muscle and lose fat, you get slimmer looking even if the scale doesn't initially show a lot of weight loss.

Question: Hypnosis & weight loss - does it work or not? I'm curious: there are mixed articles in the media regarding the efficacy of hypnosis to curb appetite and help with weight loss. Is there anyone here who's actually had the treatment and what did they find the results were like? I would like to hear both sides, and details ie how many sessions did it require, cost, any noticeable side effects? Thanks! Thanks Vickie! That's really interesting. Do you think her success will trigger other people in her social circle, who are overweight to also take it up? £100 is not bad at all.

Answer: Its risky. It worked on my auny's friend, shed been trying to loose weight for years butno diet worked, but then once she had hypnosis, she started loosing like 2 pound everyday! Sh ehad only one session which cost her £100 and as far as im aware, no side effects xx

Question: How is Solaray's Safflower for weight loss? I saw an article about Solaray's Safflower 390mg 100Caps for weight loss. I wanted to know if anyone's used it and if you liked it? Did it help with weight loss?

Answer: They are as useless as all the other diet stuff sold online. The bloggers are a mirage, photographs are manipulated. The weight goes out of you pocket not your body. They all say change diet, take exercise. this advice costs nothing to follow.

Question: What are some diet/weight loss minconceptions? Everytime theres an article about diets or weight loss theres always a you might have thought that....but..... fact about some foods that are beneficial or negative for weight loss. What are some misconceptions about healthy or bad foods for diets?

Answer: Eating after 9pm will make you gain weight. You should drink 8 glasses of water a day.

Question: Please tell me if you have used Apple Cider Vinegar tablets for weight loss and your opinion. Thanks? Quite by accident I ran across an article about Apple Cider Vinegar being used for weight loss. Because it's a natural supplement I wanted to know from people who have used the tablets. Did it help or not. I'm not expecting a miracle but if it would help my dieting efforts, I'd be willing to give it a try. Thanks ahead for any help you can give me...... Rocket

Answer: While looking to shed some pounds myself one day, I saw this article written by a doctor who identified a multitude of specific species of "parasites" living inside nearly 99.964% of all people's small and large intestines in the US alone, and about 92.36% of people on average worldwide. These parasites excrete a jelly-like "SLUDGE", they take a CRAP inside YOU, that coats your insides and which is very, harmful and extremely TOXIC! Additionally, they often steal your nutrition which in turn causes your body to believe it's starving, and as a defense you continue to get FATTER and FATTER! These parasites usually end up dying (but not before laying eggs!) -- and once they die they fossilize forming a coral-like barrier preventing your even further from absorbing the correct amounts of proper nutrition. When these parasites are FLUSHED from your guts, you end up magically losing tons of fat and extra weight - and even WITHOUT making one slight change to your diet or how much you eat! SHOCKINGLY, these same "little critters" actually release chemical "messengers" that make you crave foods that you are not even supposed to eat at all! People who get rid of the parasites, therefore, suddenly find that they no longer even desire the Cheetos, pork rinds, jelly-filled treats, and 10,000's of other equally deadly so-called "foods." I would just say go to their website and decide I use http://urlsnub.com/vo. They have a FREE trial... it's worth looking into for FREE. I have more energy and feel great.

Question: I have try loss pills, but not get weight loss fast, any one can recomendate me some product? I have try loss pills, but not get weight loss fast, any one can recomendate me some product? i want some nice articles and review product

Answer: Just drink 100 ounces of water a day, and eat only 4 bananas and you will drop weight in a week

Question: Has anyone tried apple cider vinegar for weight loss? I've been reading a little about it and it sounds pretty good. If anyone has tried this,please let me know your results- good or bad. By the way, the articles I've read suggest 1 to 2 tsp before meals.

Answer: I've tried balsamic vinegar instead (because that's all i could find in the kitchen :P) I'm not sure if it was the vinegar or not but i lost 5 pounds in a few days still eating 2/3 meals a day