Wednesday, March 14, 2007 - Posts

• Books about Calories

  Q: Are there any books that will tell me how many calories are in certain foods, like chicken, Chinese food and cottage cheese? – Sally A: There are a number of great books that can help you count calories. Here are some of the best: The Ultimate Calorie Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:17 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• Diet for 30-Pound Weight Loss

  Q: I was wondering if you could direct me to some links or diets for my husband. He wants to lose about 20-30 pounds. He wants to be on a 1,200 calorie diet. Can you help me please? – Heather A: To be honest, 1,200 calories per day is way too low for Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:14 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• How to Lose that Last Five Pounds

  Q: I'm 41, 5'4" and I weigh 125. I would like to weigh between 117 and 120 but it is impossible to keep that weight without taking prescription diet pills and eating very little. Obviously it's hard for me to get a prescription for any length of time. Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:11 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• Rapid Weight Loss

  Q: I would like to lose 50 lbs. in about six weeks and was wondering if there is any way to accomplish this. I weighed about 235 lbs last time I checked and have never been on a diet before. I should be down to 150 to 170 lbs for my height (5’8”). Most Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:10 AM by Barb | 2 Comments

• Carbs in Shrimp and Spinach Salad

  Q: Can you tell me how many carbs are in a grilled shrimp and spinach salad? - Karen A: The number of carbohydrates contained in this type of salad depends on what other ingredients are in the salad. We can only estimate based on recipes we have seen. Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:08 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• Health Benefits of Avocados

  Q: How healthy are avocados? A: Avocados are one of the healthiest foods on the planet. This fruit contains more than 25 nutrients including vitamins B, E, K and folic acid and the mineral potassium. These nutrients help to reduce the risk of heart disease, Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:07 AM by Barb | 0 Comments

• Diet to Eliminate Belly Fat

  Q: I am 45-year-old male and am interested in losing fat in my midsection. I ride my bike everyday, do aerobics 3 times weekly for 40 minutes and lift weights for 20 minutes, 3 times a week. I work my abs for 20 minutes every morning. What’s the best Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:06 AM by Barb | 1 Comments

• Caloric Intake for Weight Loss

  Q: How many calories per day should a woman consume in order to lose weight? I am 72 years old and weigh 192 lbs. I would like to weigh 155 lbs. – Bobb A: The right daily caloric intake really depends on the individual. If you are fairly active but are Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:05 AM by Barb | 2 Comments

• Diet for Fibromyalgia

  Q: I have been dealing with this condition (fibromyalgia) for about 15 years undiagnosed. When my blood tests started to be out of the norm, I was sent to a rheumatic diseases doctor. I was tested extensively and was told that I have a connective tissue Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:03 AM by Barb | 1 Comments

• Weight Loss Benefits of Decaf Green Tea

  Q: I would like to know whether decaffeinated green tea has the same weight loss benefits as regular green tea. – Donna A: The polyphenol content in decaffeinated green tea is lower than that of regular green tea. Polyphenols are natural antioxidants Read More... Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 11:02 AM by Barb | 0 Comments