anybody who can tell me how i can lose weight?

Question

i have pulmonary hypertension disease and i need to lungs transplanted. i weigh 222lbs and need to get down to 180lbs or less to get on the transplant list. i took diet pills with ephredra in them and it messed me up be time.

Answer 1

Healthy weight loss tips


* Take one pound at a time
Don’t get overwhelmed by how much weight you need to lose. Try to remember that "losing 15 pounds in two weeks" is nothing to celebrate. It is important to realize that the more quickly weight is lost, the more likely the loss is coming from water and muscle, not fat.

Since muscle tissue is critical in keeping our metabolism elevated, losing it actually leads to a decrease in the amount of calories we can each day without gaining weight.

Fat loss is best achieved when weight is lost slowly. Strive for a weight loss of no more than 3-4 pounds per week. One pound of weight is equivalent to 3500 calories.


* Set Reachable Goals
For instance, if you know you need to get more exercise, begin with a manageable goal of, say, walking 10 minutes a day that you know you can achieve. Then build your self-esteem by achieving the small goals you set yourself.

The same logic applies for losing weight.

* Stay off the scales
Don’t get discouraged when your progress seems to be slow according to your bathroom scales. They do not provide a true measure of what is going on with the body.

If exercise levels are adequate (5-7 days a week), you may be putting on muscle but losing fat, thus losing inches even if you are not losing pounds. It's always a good idea to do several body measurements to have a second objective way to monitor progress.

* Stay focused on being healthy, not thin
# Many people become more successful at long term weight loss when their motive changes from wanting to be thinner to wanting to be healthier. Change your mindset to think about selecting foods that will help your body's health rather than worrying about foods that will affect your body's weight. The Food Pyramid offers a basic outline of the types and amounts of food you should eat each day to give your body the nutrients it needs for optimal health.

* Fat Free?
We've known for some time that limiting high fat foods in the diet can be helpful with weight loss. That's because fats pack in 9 calories per gram compared to only 4 calories per gram from proteins or carbohydrates. To many, the message to limit fats implied an endorsement to eat unlimited amounts of fat-free products. Just to clarify, fat-free foods have calories too. In some cases fat-free foods have as many calories as their fat laden counterparts. If you eat more calories than your body uses, you will gain weight. Eating less fat will help you to lose weight. Eating less fat and replacing it with excessive amounts of fat-free products will not.

* Drink plenty of water
Drink eight glasses a day. Water is a natural appetite-suppressant. Nettle tea is a great weight-loss tea as it supports metabolism and has diuretic properties.

* Reward yourself
# Each time you reach a goal, such as losing 5 pounds, reward yourself with a gift or a massage.

* Seek help if you need it
# A big key in long term weight control comes from receiving encouragement and support from others. Find a friend to lose weight with or you can check to see if groups such as Weight Watchers, or eDiets offer programs and resources in your area by clicking the links. You may also wish to check with your local hospital to see if their registered dietician conducts group weight loss programs.

* Watch your portions
With the advent of "supersize" meals and increasingly huge portions at restaurants, our concept of normal serving sizes is a distant memory. Be mindful of the amounts of food you consume at a sitting. When necessary, divide your food in half and ask for a take home bag. It is all too easy to be a "plate cleaner" even when served enormous portions. Learn to pay attention to your hunger level and stop eating when you feel comfortably full, not stuffed.

* Eat your food slowly
Did you ever notice that thin people take an awfully long time to eat their food? Eating slowly is one method that can help take off pounds. That's because from the time you begin eating it takes the brain 20 minutes to start signaling feelings of fullness. Fast eaters often eat beyond their true level of fullness before the 20 minute signal has had a chance to set in. The amount of calories consumed before you begin to feel full can vary significantly depending on how quickly you eat. So slow down, take smaller bites and enjoy your food.

Answer 2

silly terran she can't jog... I'd say completely cut out your sugar intake (Yep that means no sweeets, coffee, tea, or pop) Your first mistake was taking diet pills.. all they are are a scam. Check your local listings but every morning on TV theres those aerobic workouts. The benefit to doing that is that your in the comfort of your own home, you can look as silly as you want, and they have a easy modifications for those starter people. Oh and of course, Get at least 2 hours of sunshine a day, even if this is winterproofing your garden, walking around the block a few times, or better yet soaking up the rays and getting a beautiful tan. I hope your surgery goes well and I hope you loose your weight, wieght loss should be as hard as some people make it. Stay motivated and you'll succeed

Answer 3

Listen: you need to do 200 minutes of cardio a week. Remember fat does not turn into muscle, so you need to lose your fat while putting on muscle. The 45 minute thing is not true, but don't over 60 minutes at a time.

Do 5-10 minutes of cardio to warm up, then do your weight training. Do 30 to 60 minutes more of cardio, then go home.

The best time to eat is just after your workout within an hour when your metabolism is raging. For your muscles, incorporate some isolated soy protein or whey protein. Whey is more potent but the soy tastes better!

Don't look at your scale as the be all and end all, but get a measuring tape to check your progress, and that will show more tangible results.

Good luck and stick at it.

Answer 4

First, you are going to want to do this with your doctor's supervision if you have health problems that are so serious. He or she will be able to offer you the best specific advice for your case.

Next, add more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein to your diet and cut out the junk. Any empty calories (chips, candy, fast food, soda, etc) should probably go. With the hypertension, you might want to keep an eye on your sodium intake as well.

Your doctor can advise you on the best workout program. Cardio and weight training are critical to strengthen your cardiovascular system and muscles. By weight training, you will increase your metabolism and burn more calories even when sleeping!

Please stay away from any diet pills in the future. As you've learned, many are dangerous and most do very little.

Good luck!

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Don't jog if you need a lung transplant! walk for an hour a day. Walk your dog or someone else's dog. Push a young family member in a stroller. Make sure that each meal includes a little fat, a few carbs and lots of protein. That should do it.

Answer 7

I had to go on a special diet to fight intestinal yeast overgrowth. On this diet I cant have sugar, bread, flour, soda pop, all cheeses, no sweetened cereals and nothing with yeast. I love all foods pretty much so its been tough, but when I eat these things I get sick. But since Ive been doing this diet, I have lost weight fast. I guess that happens when you cant have anything fattening, or GOOD. Anyway, I eat alot of steamed veges, all meats and salads. Lots of water....with electrolytes.

Answer 8

swap half of the avocado in a 1 2 cup of guacamole for zucchini

Answer 9

I am a weight-loss coach. Go to this website. Look through it thoroughly. Fill out the contact page and I will contact you. Good Luck to you.

Answer 10

Exercise!

Answer 11

turn dinner into a healthy lunch the next day by wrapping your lean leftovers in a whole wheat wrap add a little dijon mustard or curry powder for added flavor