Monthly Archives: January 2010

Does eating a lot less or starvation make you fatter?

Ok, I keep reading articles indicating that if you starve yourself to diet you won’t lose any weight. The reason is because your body will start to store all the fat and food in your body. Which in result will actually show that you’ve gain weight. (will look like your bloated) But why is it … Continue reading

Hey people ,especially the younger ones into diet pills?

Please becareful cause diet pills are linked to blood disorders , nervousness , heart attack , stroke and even death? Do most things in life also not have harmful side effects?

Gluten and joint pains ?

I am not an diagnosed celiac and have minimal gastro intestinal symptoms. However, i get severe joint pains which no one can diagnose. they say it isn’t rheumatoid and is not old age arthritis. There is no swelling either. i wonder if it is worth going on a gluten free diet to see if it … Continue reading

Diabetic to Non-Diabetic?

I was diagnosed as a type 2 diabetic in July 2004 with an A1C of 8.1%. Since then I have been very mindful of diet, exercise, and weight loss, and my A1C’s have fluctuated within the 6%’s. I do not take any medication or insulin for control. Much to my joy, my last A1C was … Continue reading

Quick, easy and healthy recipes needed for kids please….

I have a daughter aged 14 and 2 boys aged 5 and 7. They want to help me ‘cook’ something for tea. My daughter is a good cook but I want something for the boys to do. All suggestions gratefully received. Many thanks and best wishes to you x Really easy… Start with a tortilla, … Continue reading

I have a severe case of congestive heart failure. Want your thoughts?

. Last year a car struck me and I had MASSIVE heart attack, right in the ICU. Not from cholesterol, diet, but from the SHOCK into my nervous system & strain on the heart. Now I am severely swollen & bloated w/water. In fact, the pressure in my r.leg forced open a weak spot under … Continue reading

What is a good weight loss diet for vegetarians?

My husband and I are both vegetarians (well I eat seafood, but he does not). We both need to lose at least 40 pounds. What is a good diet program that would work with what we eat. I know a lot of people that lost weight with Atkins & South Beach, but those diets don’t … Continue reading

I am doing a magazine on healthy eating and…? !?

so i am doing a magazine on healthy living and eating. So what are some things i could include in my magazine? like recipes, articles, contests, etc. Thanks! even a few is good! i just need ideas! Hello Kelly, here are a few healthy smoothie recipes for your magazine. (Pina Colada Smoothie) 1/4 cup crushed … Continue reading

i have hypertension and i was wondering what may be the symptoms that may lead to a heart attack or stroke.?

what exercise and other diets to help me. go have a look and good luck http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=60837

Help! Something is wrong with my ankle!?

Ive been having pain in my left ankle and its swelled. for 2 days. This has happened before. But this is much worse. I have not hurt myself at all. I do have Rheumatoid arthritis. I am unable to stand on my feet as my ankles and my back hurt really bad. I try not … Continue reading

Question about weight loss.?

I am trying to lose 25 pounds by May 1st. I am challenging myself here with what I feel is a realistic goal. I’m 21, 5’2, 220 pounds and a diabetic. I believe over 3 months I can reasonably lose 20-25 pounds with proper diet and exercise. Any tips/advice/anything? Thanks all! Circuit training is the … Continue reading

What is a good garden pizza recipe that a 5 year old and a 2 year old would like?

I’m going to make a garden pizza for dinner tonight. I want to make something healthy but kid friendly. I have a 5 and 2 year old that I am cooking for (my kids haha) Thanks! By garden I just mean veggie pizza, but we are going to use tomatoes that we grew in our … Continue reading

Flip-Flopping Weight Loss?

My boyfriend is 5’7 and weighs about (‘I’m guessing), in the 450-489 range (mostly stomach area). The problem is that every couple of months or so, he’s always saying that he wants to lose weight, he hates the way he look, or that he wants to be around for his 30th birthday. He has sleep … Continue reading

Is healthy living only affordable by the very rich?

…why can’t poor afford healthy living?…can’t they live healthily in other ways? actually poor people are healthier than rich people as long as they have clean habits and maintain clean body

where can i find a healthy eating plan?

i need to lose about 15-20 pounds to get to my "ideal weight". is there anywhere that has a healthy eating/exercise plan that tells you exactly what to eat, and exactly what exercises to do and when? or do you have any ideas of how i can lose 15 pounds. i want fast results but … Continue reading