Ask Kristine Q&A

Tapping Feet, Burning Calories

Barb — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 20:11:00 GMT

Q: Does sitting and tapping both feet burn any calories? If so, how do you calculate this? – Jacqueline A: You can burn calories through any type of movement, but tapping your feet will not burn many. You can burn approximately 25-30 calories by tapping...(read more)

Weight Loss Problems

Barb — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 20:10:00 GMT

Q: I want to lose weight. I have dieted on and off again for years (I am 48 years old and have been heavy since the birth of my first child 25 years ago). These are the truths I accept about myself: 1. I eat way too much. 2. I exercise way too little....(read more)

Nutrition Program for Schools

Barb — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 20:09:00 GMT

Q: Do you know of any school programs/curriculum that teach nutrition and offer ways to partner with the food services staff to create healthier options in the school cafeteria? I am researching getting a program like this in my local school and it would...(read more)

Body Weight Plateau

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:48:00 GMT

Q: My daughter has been overweight for 20 of her 28 years, and always a little fluffy. She has gone on many diets and lost down to 190-200. Then she plateaus. In May she had a gastric bypass and has done well until now. She works out 7 days a week with...(read more)

Rapid Weight Loss

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:47:00 GMT

Q: I have a problem with losing weight, Before I tell you anything else, I need to tell you that I am 15 years of age and in a few months I will be 16. I was looking at one page and it said "ask Kristine a question" Well I wasn’t quite sure how to ask,...(read more)

Exercises to Improve Lungs

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:46:00 GMT

Q: I have recently found out I have the lung capacity of a 132-year-old man and am in the process of purchasing a rowing machine, the good kind. My question is basically, am I purchasing the right equipment? I have a good treadmill that I use and which...(read more)

Caloric Intake for Senior Male

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:46:00 GMT

Q: What is the recommended daily caloric intake for a 60-year-old male? I am 6’ and weigh 172 lbs. and walk 4 miles a day on a good treadmill (4 mph and varying incline rates – the machine says I burn approx. 600 calories per walk). – Jim A: The recommended...(read more)

Low Caloric Alcoholic Beverages

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:45:00 GMT

Q: I am cutting down on the fatty foods I eat and like to enjoy a drink. To help this effort what are some of the lowest calorie alcohol drinks I could have. – Steve A: The majority of wines contain about 70 calories per 4 ounces. A 12-ounce light beer...(read more)

Weight Loss Alternatives

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:39:00 GMT

Q: For medical reasons it is imperative that I lose weight. I am considered severely obese and have all the weight-related illnesses (i.e.: Type II diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol) and also experience joint and hip pain. I am 47 years...(read more)

Diet for a Fatty Liver

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:37:00 GMT

Q: What can I do to improve a fatty liver? – Murlene A: Treatment for a fatty liver really depends on the cause. If obesity is the reason for having a fatty liver it would be advisable to go on a low-fat diet. Alcohol consumption can also lead to a fatty...(read more)

Egg Diet

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:36:00 GMT

Q: I was searching your site for a particular diet called the boiled egg diet. I was unable to find anything pertaining to this diet, could you please email me information or lead me in the direction as to where I may find this information. Thank you...(read more)

Pretzels

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:34:00 GMT

Q: I understand pretzels to be a "smarter" choice far as a snack instead of chips etc, however, could too many cause discomfort, bloating of the belly, constipation, and others given the fact they contain wheat, flour, gluten? I ban carbs but enjoy pretzels...(read more)

Non-acid Condiments

Barb — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:33:00 GMT

Q: I have been told that I have acid reflux and my diet needs to change dramatically. I have been eating a lot of ketchup since I was a child and have been told to stay away from tomatoes, along with almost everything else that I enjoy. Can you recommend...(read more)

Diet for Acid Reflux

Barb — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 13:12:00 GMT

Q: Do you have a daily diet plan for acid reflux? I just found out from my doctor that I have it. It certainly would help to have a special diet menu to follow. I appreciate any help you can give me. – Arlene A: The key to managing acid reflux is to eat...(read more)

Hoodia and Diabetes

Barb — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 13:09:00 GMT

Q: I am diabetic and my condition is controlled by diet. I am also morbidly obese and have high blood pressure. Can I take Hoodia? Is it safe for me to take? – Eileen A: The truth is, there is very little if any scientific evidence to prove the safety...(read more)