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very high metabolism! very skinny! need help gaining weight! . help! please! i have a very very high metabolism and its impossible for me to gain weight! i am 17 years old. im about 5ft 7" and only weigh around 107 lbs. and its hard for me to consume loads of food because of school! (6am-3pm) so i need help! i need a plan for me because im so confused where to start. i also have this problem where i get full quick and get hungry quick. and if there's any pills i could take that could help me that'd be great early fullness could be a sign something else is going on so i recommend you get a physical and talk to a healthcare provider. i also recommend you see a registered dietitian for individualized advice. you can find a dietitian in your area by going to eatright. org. in the meantime here are some things you can do to get started: eat regular meals and snacks every day (5-6 times daily). try to plan your meals ahead of time and have items you can put together for quick meals. include 3-5 food groups at meals including a whole grain protein (meat/beans/nut butter) fruits vegetables full-fat dairy (whole milk/yogurt) and healthy fats. for example in the morning you might have a big bowl of oatmeal topped with fruit and nuts and a side boiled egg. lunch might be a big sandwich salad and soup. include 2-3 food groups at snack time which may consist of cheese and whole grain crackers or an apple with peanut butter or half a meat sandwich with veggie sticks. try to include at least one fat source at every meal: butter or nut butter on bread nuts on cereal salad dressing on greens etc. for more tips on how to gain weight in a healthy way see this article.	very high metabolism! very skinny! need help gaining weight! . help! please! i have a very very high metabolism and its impossible for me to gain weight! i am 17 years old. im about 5ft 7" and only weigh around 107 lbs. and its hard for me to consume loads of food because of school! (6am-3pm) so i need help! i need a plan for me because im so confused where to start. i also have this problem where i get full quick and get hungry quick. and if there's any pills i could take that could help me that'd be great	early fullness could be a sign something else is going on so i recommend you get a physical and talk to a healthcare provider. i also recommend you see a registered dietitian for individualized advice. you can find a dietitian in your area by going to eatright. org. in the meantime here are some things you can do to get started: eat regular meals and snacks every day (5-6 times daily). try to plan your meals ahead of time and have items you can put together for quick meals. include 3-5 food groups at meals including a whole grain protein (meat/beans/nut butter) fruits vegetables full-fat dairy (whole milk/yogurt) and healthy fats. for example in the morning you might have a big bowl of oatmeal topped with fruit and nuts and a side boiled egg. lunch might be a big sandwich salad and soup. include 2-3 food groups at snack time which may consist of cheese and whole grain crackers or an apple with peanut butter or half a meat sandwich with veggie sticks. try to include at least one fat source at every meal: butter or nut butter on bread nuts on cereal salad dressing on greens etc. for more tips on how to gain weight in a healthy way see this article.	513
how long after changing my diet should i expect to see a drop of my blood sugar scores? . just curious. have recently been diagnosed with type 2 and have changed my diet significantly. how long before a diet change would influence my numbers? changes to your diet can have an immediate affect on your daily blood sugars. but as for as your hemoglobin a1c levels that takes about 3 months to see a difference. that is because the test measures blood sugar management over a 3 month period of time. if you keep your blood sugars down consistently your next test should decrease quite a bit. for more read glycohemoglobin (a1c)	how long after changing my diet should i expect to see a drop of my blood sugar scores? . just curious. have recently been diagnosed with type 2 and have changed my diet significantly. how long before a diet change would influence my numbers?	changes to your diet can have an immediate affect on your daily blood sugars. but as for as your hemoglobin a1c levels that takes about 3 months to see a difference. that is because the test measures blood sugar management over a 3 month period of time. if you keep your blood sugars down consistently your next test should decrease quite a bit. for more read glycohemoglobin (a1c)	243
is adhd a chronic condition meaning medication will always be necessary? . an 11yr. old boy in my family has been taking medication for adhd for over 5 years. i'm aware that a usual side effect of his medication is loss of appetite which he experiences. in a group of boys his age playing baseball he is one of the smallest boys. are there alternative medications/treatments that would improve his appetite and possibly allow him to reach a more normal height/weight? i'm concerned this height/weight difference is beginning to cause or will cause self-image issues. it's important for you to keep in contact with the doctor to check if medication is needed and the different types available. not all affect appetite the same way. also some may allow you to skip taking them on the weekends when not in school. again researching and working with your doctor is key. as far as nutrition goes a pediatric dietitian can help you maximize nutrition for your son even while he's on medication. she or he will help you troubleshoot fluctuations in appetite and how best to time food offerings. also what combination of food and supplements are beneficial. also your son may be smaller due to genetics so consider your family history too. more reading: adhd drugs and growth	is adhd a chronic condition meaning medication will always be necessary? . an 11yr. old boy in my family has been taking medication for adhd for over 5 years. i'm aware that a usual side effect of his medication is loss of appetite which he experiences. in a group of boys his age playing baseball he is one of the smallest boys. are there alternative medications/treatments that would improve his appetite and possibly allow him to reach a more normal height/weight? i'm concerned this height/weight difference is beginning to cause or will cause self-image issues.	it's important for you to keep in contact with the doctor to check if medication is needed and the different types available. not all affect appetite the same way. also some may allow you to skip taking them on the weekends when not in school. again researching and working with your doctor is key. as far as nutrition goes a pediatric dietitian can help you maximize nutrition for your son even while he's on medication. she or he will help you troubleshoot fluctuations in appetite and how best to time food offerings. also what combination of food and supplements are beneficial. also your son may be smaller due to genetics so consider your family history too. more reading: adhd drugs and growth	567
how whey protein might interacts with gluten intolerence. for the last few days i've been awakening with extreme fatigue and an oppressive headache both of which can last all day and are the exact symptoms of my gluten intolerance. after double checking my regular diet they only thing if found that seem the slightest bit suspicious is whey protein which is contained in the chocolate frosting i used sometimes. thus my question. any thoughts? . thanks sam first off i would call the company to be sure it is gluten free. if that's not it you may want to consider seeing a leap dietitian who can help you identify if there are other foods linked to your symptoms. often times someone with gluten intolerance will have difficulty with other foods. you can find a dietitian in your area by going to eatright. org. good luck!	how whey protein might interacts with gluten intolerence. for the last few days i've been awakening with extreme fatigue and an oppressive headache both of which can last all day and are the exact symptoms of my gluten intolerance. after double checking my regular diet they only thing if found that seem the slightest bit suspicious is whey protein which is contained in the chocolate frosting i used sometimes. thus my question. any thoughts? . thanks sam	first off i would call the company to be sure it is gluten free. if that's not it you may want to consider seeing a leap dietitian who can help you identify if there are other foods linked to your symptoms. often times someone with gluten intolerance will have difficulty with other foods. you can find a dietitian in your area by going to eatright. org. good luck!	458
i read an artical that said you can take more than 10 000iu of vitamin d3 for weight lose. is that true? health risks? vitamin d is not given for weight loss but it is common for people with excess weight to have low vitamin d levels. a doctor may prescribe very high levels to bring levels back up. it is not recommended for someone to give themselves more than the tolerable upper limit of vitamin d (4 000iu) unless prescribed by a doctor. although toxicity is rare it can occur causing increased calcium levels in the blood. for more on vitamin d supplementation see this article.	i read an artical that said you can take more than 10 000iu of vitamin d3 for weight lose. is that true? health risks?	vitamin d is not given for weight loss but it is common for people with excess weight to have low vitamin d levels. a doctor may prescribe very high levels to bring levels back up. it is not recommended for someone to give themselves more than the tolerable upper limit of vitamin d (4 000iu) unless prescribed by a doctor. although toxicity is rare it can occur causing increased calcium levels in the blood. for more on vitamin d supplementation see this article.	119
is pure almond extract considered a food allergen? . i am a cake and cookie designer and i am creating allergen content labels for my vanilla almond cookies. i use pure almond extract. is this considered a food allergen? yes it is. almond is a tree nut which is considered a food allergen.	is pure almond extract considered a food allergen? . i am a cake and cookie designer and i am creating allergen content labels for my vanilla almond cookies. i use pure almond extract. is this considered a food allergen?	yes it is. almond is a tree nut which is considered a food allergen.	221
i am constantly fatigued. i've had thyroid checked and take vitamins. i am 46. nothing seems to help. i get enough sleep. i don't know what the problem is. i get enough sleep i take my vitamins i get my thyroid checked on a regular basis. nothing helps. from a nutrition standpoint you still could be low in certain nutrients even with taking vitamins. for example if you are low in vitamin d the amount in a multivitamin wouldn't be enough to raise your levels to normal. the best thing is to go to your doctor and get a full lab workup done. i would be interested in iron folate b12 potassium and vitamin d levels but they will check everything. see 10 possible reasons for being tired	i am constantly fatigued. i've had thyroid checked and take vitamins. i am 46. nothing seems to help. i get enough sleep. i don't know what the problem is. i get enough sleep i take my vitamins i get my thyroid checked on a regular basis. nothing helps.	from a nutrition standpoint you still could be low in certain nutrients even with taking vitamins. for example if you are low in vitamin d the amount in a multivitamin wouldn't be enough to raise your levels to normal. the best thing is to go to your doctor and get a full lab workup done. i would be interested in iron folate b12 potassium and vitamin d levels but they will check everything. see 10 possible reasons for being tired	254
how to get rid of remaining stomach belly after loose weight. so i've been fat for as long as i remember but about a year ago i lost a lot of weight after which i started working out everything is going fine but there still remains one problem - my stomach belly. so i'm a little bit confused now. the rest of my body is looking for some weight gain while my stomach is still there and if i try to gain my weight my stomach will get even bigger while if i start a diet to loose my weight my muscles won't have a chance to develope. any ideas what to do? there are a few things to consider. first is it possible that your belly is big from excess skin? if so maybe a visit to your doctor on options will help. there is no way to spot reduce or gain. but getting more fiber in your diet may help decrease belly fat as can getting enough sleep. this article has some additional tips too. maybe if you are now at a good healthy place you could not try to gain or lose and just keep your body in good shape and eat a healthy diet. a dietitian can help you with your individualized needs. you can find one in your area by going to eatright. org. good luck!	how to get rid of remaining stomach belly after loose weight. so i've been fat for as long as i remember but about a year ago i lost a lot of weight after which i started working out everything is going fine but there still remains one problem - my stomach belly. so i'm a little bit confused now. the rest of my body is looking for some weight gain while my stomach is still there and if i try to gain my weight my stomach will get even bigger while if i start a diet to loose my weight my muscles won't have a chance to develope. any ideas what to do?	there are a few things to consider. first is it possible that your belly is big from excess skin? if so maybe a visit to your doctor on options will help. there is no way to spot reduce or gain. but getting more fiber in your diet may help decrease belly fat as can getting enough sleep. this article has some additional tips too. maybe if you are now at a good healthy place you could not try to gain or lose and just keep your body in good shape and eat a healthy diet. a dietitian can help you with your individualized needs. you can find one in your area by going to eatright. org. good luck!	554
what is chirothin for weight loss? is it safe? why is it only given by chiropractic doctors? please answer for me. i would love to try this diet as i have seen rapid weight loss on you tube. what are the ingredients in it. after going on the site i see no research showing the product is effective for weight loss and it sounds like it has a variety of ingredients instead of one active component. it does provide this statement "*these statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. these products are not intended to diagnose treat cure or prevent any disease. " the fda doesn't evaluate dietary supplements for safety and effectiveness like it does drugs. in short there is no way to tell it works or is safe unless there has been adequate research done. i suggest you contact the company about research and run it by your doctor. for more on weight loss supplements see this article. good luck!	what is chirothin for weight loss? is it safe? why is it only given by chiropractic doctors? please answer for me. i would love to try this diet as i have seen rapid weight loss on you tube. what are the ingredients in it.	after going on the site i see no research showing the product is effective for weight loss and it sounds like it has a variety of ingredients instead of one active component. it does provide this statement "*these statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. these products are not intended to diagnose treat cure or prevent any disease. " the fda doesn't evaluate dietary supplements for safety and effectiveness like it does drugs. in short there is no way to tell it works or is safe unless there has been adequate research done. i suggest you contact the company about research and run it by your doctor. for more on weight loss supplements see this article. good luck!	223
what vitamins help migraines? webmd has a list of vitamins and other supplements that might help with headaches. the page lists the supplements weight of the evidence and reviews. the link is below. vitamins and supplements for migraines. vitamin supplements are advised in migraines for its prevention. vitamins like vitamin b6 b12 vitamin c folic acid are proven useful to reduce the severity and frequency of migraine attacks. these supplements also prevent the migraine attacks and improves overall the quality of life.	what vitamins help migraines?	webmd has a list of vitamins and other supplements that might help with headaches. the page lists the supplements weight of the evidence and reviews. the link is below. vitamins and supplements for migraines. vitamin supplements are advised in migraines for its prevention. vitamins like vitamin b6 b12 vitamin c folic acid are proven useful to reduce the severity and frequency of migraine attacks. these supplements also prevent the migraine attacks and improves overall the quality of life.	30
which whole foods naturally contain sodium? as you are probably aware there are many foods that have salt added as a preservative and for taste. some foods that naturally contain sodium before processing include the following (nutrition info was taken from usda database): 1 cup of milk (127mg) or plain yogurt (113mg) and 1 egg (62mg). most veggies contain minimal sodium except a large stock of celery (51mg) and a medium artichoke (120mg). shellfish like shirimp (3oz about 100mg) and certain meats liike ground beef (3oz about 50mg) also contain sodium. sodium occurs naturally in many foods and is also added in the form of salt or other sodium-containing substances. some foods that naturally contains sodium are egg meat raisin cinnamon carrot celery broccoli cauliflower tomatoes and coconut milk to name a few.	which whole foods naturally contain sodium?	as you are probably aware there are many foods that have salt added as a preservative and for taste. some foods that naturally contain sodium before processing include the following (nutrition info was taken from usda database): 1 cup of milk (127mg) or plain yogurt (113mg) and 1 egg (62mg). most veggies contain minimal sodium except a large stock of celery (51mg) and a medium artichoke (120mg). shellfish like shirimp (3oz about 100mg) and certain meats liike ground beef (3oz about 50mg) also contain sodium. sodium occurs naturally in many foods and is also added in the form of salt or other sodium-containing substances. some foods that naturally contains sodium are egg meat raisin cinnamon carrot celery broccoli cauliflower tomatoes and coconut milk to name a few.	44
what are the best weight loss techniques and programs for vegetarians? . i would like to maintain a good weight with proper diet and i have pretty sedentary life style and i am a vegetarian - so need some techniques to have a proper weight and balanced diet. whether you are vegetarian or not the principles of weight management are the same: finding out the root causes of excess weight gain. first look at how you are eating? are you mindless about meals eating in front of the tv or grazing all day while doing other things. its best to pay attention and eat meals in a designated place. try to listen to cues of hunger and fullness. second is the type of food you are eating. if you allow dairy foods do you consume lots of cheese that is high in fat and calories? is your diet full of nutrient dense vegetarian foods like vegetables? do you eat sweets in moderation? balancing your food intake will help. lastly is activity. it sounds like you aren't doing much so finding ways to gradually increase your activity will help. for specialized help see a dietitian in your area. you can find one at eatright. org. here are some articles that can help: how to stop overeating how to lose weight safely vegetarian diet may help with weight loss good luck!	what are the best weight loss techniques and programs for vegetarians? . i would like to maintain a good weight with proper diet and i have pretty sedentary life style and i am a vegetarian - so need some techniques to have a proper weight and balanced diet.	whether you are vegetarian or not the principles of weight management are the same: finding out the root causes of excess weight gain. first look at how you are eating? are you mindless about meals eating in front of the tv or grazing all day while doing other things. its best to pay attention and eat meals in a designated place. try to listen to cues of hunger and fullness. second is the type of food you are eating. if you allow dairy foods do you consume lots of cheese that is high in fat and calories? is your diet full of nutrient dense vegetarian foods like vegetables? do you eat sweets in moderation? balancing your food intake will help. lastly is activity. it sounds like you aren't doing much so finding ways to gradually increase your activity will help. for specialized help see a dietitian in your area. you can find one at eatright. org. here are some articles that can help: how to stop overeating how to lose weight safely vegetarian diet may help with weight loss good luck!	259
what vitamins are present in fish oil? carrots are carrots but they contain vitamins as well. what's in fish oil? the reason people take fish oil is for the type of fat it provides: omega-3 fatty acids (dha and epa). most people do not get enough of these fats through diet unless they consume 2 servings of fatty fish such as salmon or tuna per week. these type of fats are important for brain development in babies cardiovascular health and they play a role in brain related conditions such as adhd and dementia. see this article for more information on fish oil.	what vitamins are present in fish oil? carrots are carrots but they contain vitamins as well. what's in fish oil?	the reason people take fish oil is for the type of fat it provides: omega-3 fatty acids (dha and epa). most people do not get enough of these fats through diet unless they consume 2 servings of fatty fish such as salmon or tuna per week. these type of fats are important for brain development in babies cardiovascular health and they play a role in brain related conditions such as adhd and dementia. see this article for more information on fish oil.	114
how can you prevent loose skin during weight loss? although losing weight especially large amounts of weight is likely to produce loose skin here are some things that might help: lose weight at a steady rate versus rapid weight loss (for those losing through weight loss surgery this can't always be helped). get adequate nutrition including key vitamins and minerals. most people on low calories diets benefit from taking a multivitamin. include exercise and strength training as a part of your weight loss plan.	how can you prevent loose skin during weight loss?	although losing weight especially large amounts of weight is likely to produce loose skin here are some things that might help: lose weight at a steady rate versus rapid weight loss (for those losing through weight loss surgery this can't always be helped). get adequate nutrition including key vitamins and minerals. most people on low calories diets benefit from taking a multivitamin. include exercise and strength training as a part of your weight loss plan.	51
does caffeine and salt cause vertigo and will eliminating it help it go away dietary factors such as salt and caffeine are not causes of vertigo but they could be triggers or make it worse especially if the vertigo is caused by a migraine. i suggest finding out the cause of the vertigo and going from there. more reading: causes of vertigo lightheadedness and vertigo: topic overview caffeine and salt intake does not cause vertigo. in some people it may act as trigger factors. one must check for the causative factor for vertigo and get proper healthcare advise from physician.	does caffeine and salt cause vertigo and will eliminating it help it go away	dietary factors such as salt and caffeine are not causes of vertigo but they could be triggers or make it worse especially if the vertigo is caused by a migraine. i suggest finding out the cause of the vertigo and going from there. more reading: causes of vertigo lightheadedness and vertigo: topic overview caffeine and salt intake does not cause vertigo. in some people it may act as trigger factors. one must check for the causative factor for vertigo and get proper healthcare advise from physician.	77
what is the best diet (foods) to eat when one has h-pylori? most important is getting treatment to heal your ulcer. foods to avoid include alcohol spicy foods caffeine fried and fatty foods and citrus fruits. eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruits vegetables and whole grains and eater smaller more frequent meals rather than large infrequent ones. if you notice certain foods aren't tolerated limit them as each person is different. good luck!	what is the best diet (foods) to eat when one has h-pylori?	most important is getting treatment to heal your ulcer. foods to avoid include alcohol spicy foods caffeine fried and fatty foods and citrus fruits. eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruits vegetables and whole grains and eater smaller more frequent meals rather than large infrequent ones. if you notice certain foods aren't tolerated limit them as each person is different. good luck!	60
why am i always hungry and tired? . i am a 19 year old male 6'0" tall 150 pounds. i work out at least 4 times a week including cardio and weight training. i eat healthy and balanced with the occasional junk food. i don't drink caffeine or soda. i always eat breakfast lunch and dinner and snack throughout the whole day. some days i eat over 3500 calories. i don't gain or lose weight easily. i sleep between 8-10 hours every night including the weekends. however i am constantly hungry even after a meal and i am always tired. there could be a few things going on. even though you eat healthy you could be low in nutrients causing you to feel tired. the only way to know for sure is to go for a physical and get labs run including vitamin d glucose and iron. also less likely increased hunger accompanied with thirst and weight loss could be sign of diabetes. also look closely at the quality of your diet. are you eating filling foods with meals including healthy fats (nuts and seeds/avocado/veg oils) whole grains lean proteins dairy beans/legumes and fruits and veggies? the fiber found in plant foods such as fruits vegetables whole grains and beans help fill you up. fat provides adequate calories and is satisfying and protein is also filling. make sure your meals contain 4-5 food groups and snacks 2-3. you want to avoid grazing on less filling snacks high in refined grains and low in nutrients (crackers pretzels chips). if you need help see a registered dietitian. you can find one in your area at eatright. org. read more. filling foods do you feel hungry and tired on days when you eat more than 3500 calories? probably there is mismatch between calorie intake and expenditure. feeling hungry is ok with your workout schedule but feeling tired is worrisome. any family history of diabetes please check. there are a few reasons you are feeling tired without any reason. one of them is anemia which is a lack of red blood cells and conversely oxygen from the lungs is not properly brought to the tissues and cells. anemia may be caused by deficiency of vitamins or minerals internal bleeding or chronic diseases. women who are at “that time” of the month are susceptible to anemia as blood is lost during menstruation. still iron deficiency due to menstruation is less than in pregnant women or lactating mothers as their body needs extra iron to maintain healthy blood levels. things may also go wrong when your thyroid glands refuse to cooperate with you. thyroid hormones thyroxine (t4) and triiodothyronine (t3) are responsible for metabolic processes in the body. too much thyroid hormone causes hyperthyroidism which speeds up metabolism while too little thyroid hormone slows down metabolism. hyperthyroidism causes fatigue and muscle weakness and starts in the thighs. doing energy demanding activities become difficult and other symptoms include weight loss feeling warm shorter menstruations increased heart rate and thirst. hypothyroidism also causes fatigue and muscle weakness. the symptoms are reversed to hyperthyroidism such as weight gain feeling cold and longer menstruations. diabetes notorious for causing a range of problems in the body is also related to fatigue. as glucose is the staple fuel of the body it is not utilized properly in patients with type 2 diabetes as the absence of insulin causes the glucose to build up in the body. without its staple fuel the tissues of the body are not nourished properly and causes fatigue. sadly being sad can also be the reason you feel tired. depression induces negative feelings and also has negative effects on the body as it causes a reduction in energy levels changes in sleep and eating patterns decreased concentration and overall laziness and worthlessness which keeps you in bed all day. reference: <link>	why am i always hungry and tired? . i am a 19 year old male 6'0" tall 150 pounds. i work out at least 4 times a week including cardio and weight training. i eat healthy and balanced with the occasional junk food. i don't drink caffeine or soda. i always eat breakfast lunch and dinner and snack throughout the whole day. some days i eat over 3500 calories. i don't gain or lose weight easily. i sleep between 8-10 hours every night including the weekends. however i am constantly hungry even after a meal and i am always tired.	there could be a few things going on. even though you eat healthy you could be low in nutrients causing you to feel tired. the only way to know for sure is to go for a physical and get labs run including vitamin d glucose and iron. also less likely increased hunger accompanied with thirst and weight loss could be sign of diabetes. also look closely at the quality of your diet. are you eating filling foods with meals including healthy fats (nuts and seeds/avocado/veg oils) whole grains lean proteins dairy beans/legumes and fruits and veggies? the fiber found in plant foods such as fruits vegetables whole grains and beans help fill you up. fat provides adequate calories and is satisfying and protein is also filling. make sure your meals contain 4-5 food groups and snacks 2-3. you want to avoid grazing on less filling snacks high in refined grains and low in nutrients (crackers pretzels chips). if you need help see a registered dietitian. you can find one in your area at eatright. org. read more. filling foods do you feel hungry and tired on days when you eat more than 3500 calories? probably there is mismatch between calorie intake and expenditure. feeling hungry is ok with your workout schedule but feeling tired is worrisome. any family history of diabetes please check. there are a few reasons you are feeling tired without any reason. one of them is anemia which is a lack of red blood cells and conversely oxygen from the lungs is not properly brought to the tissues and cells. anemia may be caused by deficiency of vitamins or minerals internal bleeding or chronic diseases. women who are at “that time” of the month are susceptible to anemia as blood is lost during menstruation. still iron deficiency due to menstruation is less than in pregnant women or lactating mothers as their body needs extra iron to maintain healthy blood levels. things may also go wrong when your thyroid glands refuse to cooperate with you. thyroid hormones thyroxine (t4) and triiodothyronine (t3) are responsible for metabolic processes in the body. too much thyroid hormone causes hyperthyroidism which speeds up metabolism while too little thyroid hormone slows down metabolism. hyperthyroidism causes fatigue and muscle weakness and starts in the thighs. doing energy demanding activities become difficult and other symptoms include weight loss feeling warm shorter menstruations increased heart rate and thirst. hypothyroidism also causes fatigue and muscle weakness. the symptoms are reversed to hyperthyroidism such as weight gain feeling cold and longer menstruations. diabetes notorious for causing a range of problems in the body is also related to fatigue. as glucose is the staple fuel of the body it is not utilized properly in patients with type 2 diabetes as the absence of insulin causes the glucose to build up in the body. without its staple fuel the tissues of the body are not nourished properly and causes fatigue. sadly being sad can also be the reason you feel tired. depression induces negative feelings and also has negative effects on the body as it causes a reduction in energy levels changes in sleep and eating patterns decreased concentration and overall laziness and worthlessness which keeps you in bed all day. reference: <link>	528
is an anti-inflammatory diet including gluten free good for rosacea? . would an anti-inflammatory diet including gluten free foods i'm sure it can only help to eat healthfully but i don't know of research showing that anti-inflammatory foods have an impact on rosacea. gluten only causes inflammation if one has celiac disease an intolerance to gluten or an allergy to wheat. if you are thinking of removing gluten from the diet a registered dietitian can help guide you. there are certain foods that might trigger rosacea including hot foods spicy foods and alcohol. for more on triggers see this webmd article. best of luck to you!	is an anti-inflammatory diet including gluten free good for rosacea? . would an anti-inflammatory diet including gluten free foods	i'm sure it can only help to eat healthfully but i don't know of research showing that anti-inflammatory foods have an impact on rosacea. gluten only causes inflammation if one has celiac disease an intolerance to gluten or an allergy to wheat. if you are thinking of removing gluten from the diet a registered dietitian can help guide you. there are certain foods that might trigger rosacea including hot foods spicy foods and alcohol. for more on triggers see this webmd article. best of luck to you!	131
i have been ill for a while and lost quite a bit of muscle and weight suggestions on getting it back and why i hurt? . so i have a thyroid disorder and i had it tested a month ago and still no answer back from anyone. i am feeling a bit better now but i can't seem to gain back the weight or the muscle. specifically on my legs and they hurt quite frequently. my legs were the strongest part before i got sick and they still are pretty strong but i've never had leg pain when i ran or carried things before. and it worries me how thin they are now along with the pain. should i be concerned? suggestions? be sure to get in touch with your doctor about your leg pain and thyroid -- only a healthcare provider can address your medical needs. once you get that worked out you can focus on gaining muscle. make sure you get protein at every meal along with a balanced diet adequate in calories. research shows 25 grams or more of protein at meals helps build muscle. to give you an idea 1 ounce of lean meat has 7 grams. also exercise that includes resistance training is beneficial as long as it's okay with your doctor. after working out consume a snack that contains protein and carbohydrates within a half hour of stopping exercise. more reading. healthy protein sources what to eat before during and after exercise	i have been ill for a while and lost quite a bit of muscle and weight suggestions on getting it back and why i hurt? . so i have a thyroid disorder and i had it tested a month ago and still no answer back from anyone. i am feeling a bit better now but i can't seem to gain back the weight or the muscle. specifically on my legs and they hurt quite frequently. my legs were the strongest part before i got sick and they still are pretty strong but i've never had leg pain when i ran or carried things before. and it worries me how thin they are now along with the pain. should i be concerned? suggestions?	be sure to get in touch with your doctor about your leg pain and thyroid -- only a healthcare provider can address your medical needs. once you get that worked out you can focus on gaining muscle. make sure you get protein at every meal along with a balanced diet adequate in calories. research shows 25 grams or more of protein at meals helps build muscle. to give you an idea 1 ounce of lean meat has 7 grams. also exercise that includes resistance training is beneficial as long as it's okay with your doctor. after working out consume a snack that contains protein and carbohydrates within a half hour of stopping exercise. more reading. healthy protein sources what to eat before during and after exercise	605
on nurtisystem for 35 days lost 20 pounds a1c from 6. 0 to 8. 1. . after being on the nutrisystem diabetic program for men for 35 days and losing a total of 20 pounds my a1c went from 6. 0 to 8. 1. i am 5' 7" and a current weight of 177. 2 pounds? why would my a1c increase? was it due to the previous 3 months? there could be a few things going on. did you change or alter your medication (if you are on medication)? also as you say a1c is an average over 3 months so how you were eating the two months prior makes a difference it's also possible your carbohydrate intake was lower before starting the diet and the increases changed your blood sugar. i would see a diabetes educator while you work at getting to the right weight for you. they can help guide you in the process. good luck!	on nurtisystem for 35 days lost 20 pounds a1c from 6. 0 to 8. 1. . after being on the nutrisystem diabetic program for men for 35 days and losing a total of 20 pounds my a1c went from 6. 0 to 8. 1. i am 5' 7" and a current weight of 177. 2 pounds? why would my a1c increase? was it due to the previous 3 months?	there could be a few things going on. did you change or alter your medication (if you are on medication)? also as you say a1c is an average over 3 months so how you were eating the two months prior makes a difference it's also possible your carbohydrate intake was lower before starting the diet and the increases changed your blood sugar. i would see a diabetes educator while you work at getting to the right weight for you. they can help guide you in the process. good luck!	312
can vitamin overload cause muscle cramping? ( ribs legs feet hands) muscle cramps can occur from low levels of minerals in the blood such as potassium but i have not heard of it being caused by an excess of vitamins. there really is no reason to take large amounts of vitamins so it makes sense to stop or just take the recommended daily allowance. if the cramping continues see your doctor to determine cause. this article provides various reasons for muscle cramping. usually muscle cramps do not occur due to excess of vitamins. although muscle weakness is one of the symptoms of hypervitaminosis e. however anything excess in the body causes imbalance and can lead to untoward effects.	can vitamin overload cause muscle cramping? ( ribs legs feet hands)	muscle cramps can occur from low levels of minerals in the blood such as potassium but i have not heard of it being caused by an excess of vitamins. there really is no reason to take large amounts of vitamins so it makes sense to stop or just take the recommended daily allowance. if the cramping continues see your doctor to determine cause. this article provides various reasons for muscle cramping. usually muscle cramps do not occur due to excess of vitamins. although muscle weakness is one of the symptoms of hypervitaminosis e. however anything excess in the body causes imbalance and can lead to untoward effects.	68
i have a son who is 10 years old and 5 ft tall and he is on adhd medicene but cannot gain weight he is only 67 lbs. right now i know it probably has to do with the adhd med but he cannot go off it is their a protein diet he go on so it will not hurt him? protein diets do not cause weight gain and may even cause weight loss. most important is following your son's appetite. kids on adhd meds tend to be hungriest in the morning and dinnertime when the effects of mediation have worn off -- take advantage of these times. your best bet is to see a pediatric dietitian. they will track your son's growth and can provide diet recommendations to keep his weight and growth on track. they understand the effects of different medications. don't delay getting help! see adhd drugs and growth	i have a son who is 10 years old and 5 ft tall and he is on adhd medicene but cannot gain weight he is only 67 lbs. right now i know it probably has to do with the adhd med but he cannot go off it is their a protein diet he go on so it will not hurt him?	protein diets do not cause weight gain and may even cause weight loss. most important is following your son's appetite. kids on adhd meds tend to be hungriest in the morning and dinnertime when the effects of mediation have worn off -- take advantage of these times. your best bet is to see a pediatric dietitian. they will track your son's growth and can provide diet recommendations to keep his weight and growth on track. they understand the effects of different medications. don't delay getting help! see adhd drugs and growth	255
cure for gastroparesis. i was diagnosed with gastroparesis 4 years ago. i modified my diet to low fiber and took domperidone and nexium. for about 18 months after the diet change i still had occasional symptoms. however for the last 2 years i have not had symptoms and have reduced my rx intake by half. i have slowly introduced regular food back into my diet and still have not incurred any symptoms. is it possible to recover from this? i think it depends on the cause of gastroparesis. if it was due to uncontrolled diabetes and you are now have better control it can go into remission. so without knowing the cause i can't say for sure. i would work closely with your healthcare provider and a dietitian that specializes in gastrointestinal diseases. for more info see what is gastroparesis?	cure for gastroparesis. i was diagnosed with gastroparesis 4 years ago. i modified my diet to low fiber and took domperidone and nexium. for about 18 months after the diet change i still had occasional symptoms. however for the last 2 years i have not had symptoms and have reduced my rx intake by half. i have slowly introduced regular food back into my diet and still have not incurred any symptoms. is it possible to recover from this?	i think it depends on the cause of gastroparesis. if it was due to uncontrolled diabetes and you are now have better control it can go into remission. so without knowing the cause i can't say for sure. i would work closely with your healthcare provider and a dietitian that specializes in gastrointestinal diseases. for more info see what is gastroparesis?	439
what fruit are okay for inflammed stomach. my stomach is inflamed and i like to know if any what fruit are okay to eat? i should be on a bland diet. you want to stay away from fruits more likely to irritate your stomach such as those with tough skins or seeds. check with your doctor to see how long you diet needs to be limited. these fruits may be better tolerated:: bananas soft cantaloupe honeydew fruits that are canned or cooked without seeds and skin -- applesauce fruit cocktail or canned pears avocado	what fruit are okay for inflammed stomach. my stomach is inflamed and i like to know if any what fruit are okay to eat? i should be on a bland diet.	you want to stay away from fruits more likely to irritate your stomach such as those with tough skins or seeds. check with your doctor to see how long you diet needs to be limited. these fruits may be better tolerated:: bananas soft cantaloupe honeydew fruits that are canned or cooked without seeds and skin -- applesauce fruit cocktail or canned pears avocado	149
if a mother says to her 12 year old girl "i love u more if u were skinny" will it mentally scar the child? . will the child also develop abnormal behavior and think abnormally. i have a friend who is always depressed and she asked me why i would hang out with her. i said becuz u are nice and clean and a good person and u love god. she didn't believe me saying that she was too fat for that and explained to me that her mom didn't love her becuz she said "i love u more if u were skinny". she said she thinks her mom doesn't care if she was rude or disrespectful as long as she is skinny. . if a parents send their kids the message that they value appearance more than who they are as a person it will not have beneficial effects. that being said every person is different in how they react to such circumstances so it's hard to generalize. this article discusses the connection between weight and mothers and daughters. maybe your friend can get help with this issue so she can see how it is affecting her life today.	if a mother says to her 12 year old girl "i love u more if u were skinny" will it mentally scar the child? . will the child also develop abnormal behavior and think abnormally. i have a friend who is always depressed and she asked me why i would hang out with her. i said becuz u are nice and clean and a good person and u love god. she didn't believe me saying that she was too fat for that and explained to me that her mom didn't love her becuz she said "i love u more if u were skinny". she said she thinks her mom doesn't care if she was rude or disrespectful as long as she is skinny. .	if a parents send their kids the message that they value appearance more than who they are as a person it will not have beneficial effects. that being said every person is different in how they react to such circumstances so it's hard to generalize. this article discusses the connection between weight and mothers and daughters. maybe your friend can get help with this issue so she can see how it is affecting her life today.	592
i had open heart surgery five bypasses i need to lose weight and start a diet and excise program where can i fine one? . i'm over weight and been fighting this for awhile i i would start by looking for a program where you got your surgery. most hospitals offer cardiac rehab classes for new patients where they have dietitians and physical therapists counsel and provide advice. it's important to get this specialized help because of your cardiac history. i would start there or with your doctor as they might have a program they recommend for their patients. be sure not to try any fad diets. see this article for more about cardiac rehab.	i had open heart surgery five bypasses i need to lose weight and start a diet and excise program where can i fine one? . i'm over weight and been fighting this for awhile i	i would start by looking for a program where you got your surgery. most hospitals offer cardiac rehab classes for new patients where they have dietitians and physical therapists counsel and provide advice. it's important to get this specialized help because of your cardiac history. i would start there or with your doctor as they might have a program they recommend for their patients. be sure not to try any fad diets. see this article for more about cardiac rehab.	173
what is more important for a newly diagnosed diabetics? change diet or stop smoking? i would say whichever you feel you can do most successfully. smoking is a huge health risk factor and can affect blood sugar levels. if you choose to do that first which makes a lot of sense you can still make small changes to your diet while taking medication. for example eating at the right times to coincide with medication and checking blood sugar can be a good first step while you kick the smoking habit. once your smoking habit is under control you can dive deeper into diet and exercise. but the key is starting somewhere and taking it one small step at a time. good luck! see more. smoking cessation health center a healthy type 2 diabetes diet	what is more important for a newly diagnosed diabetics? change diet or stop smoking?	i would say whichever you feel you can do most successfully. smoking is a huge health risk factor and can affect blood sugar levels. if you choose to do that first which makes a lot of sense you can still make small changes to your diet while taking medication. for example eating at the right times to coincide with medication and checking blood sugar can be a good first step while you kick the smoking habit. once your smoking habit is under control you can dive deeper into diet and exercise. but the key is starting somewhere and taking it one small step at a time. good luck! see more. smoking cessation health center a healthy type 2 diabetes diet	85
what are the healthy foods i should be eating when trying to lose weight? what foods help with weight loss? . i'll be 30 in a few weeks and weigh 185 lbs. it really isn't just about what foods to eat but how you regulate your food intake. foods low in calories but high in nutrition can help such as fruits vegetables low fat dairy whole grains and lean meats. but if you skip meals or don't pay attention while eating you can end up eating too much or too little. so i usually start by recommending people start with how they eat -- structure regular meals stay at the table when eating and stop when getting full. then add in healthy foods into those meals. for more on what and how to eat see these articles: eat healthy to lose weight how to practice mindful eating	what are the healthy foods i should be eating when trying to lose weight? what foods help with weight loss? . i'll be 30 in a few weeks and weigh 185 lbs.	it really isn't just about what foods to eat but how you regulate your food intake. foods low in calories but high in nutrition can help such as fruits vegetables low fat dairy whole grains and lean meats. but if you skip meals or don't pay attention while eating you can end up eating too much or too little. so i usually start by recommending people start with how they eat -- structure regular meals stay at the table when eating and stop when getting full. then add in healthy foods into those meals. for more on what and how to eat see these articles: eat healthy to lose weight how to practice mindful eating	155
what is the best diet for hypoglycemia and weight loss? i highly recommend you see a registered dietitian to help you develop a meal plan -- and guidelines -- for weight loss. you can find one at eatright. org or through your doctor. in terms of diet people with hypoglycemia need the following: eat small frequent meals limit added sugars such as those in beverages and desserts include a source of protein with meals/snacks eat a balanced diet with all the food groups (so carbohydrate protein and fat is balanced) limit caffeine and alcohol increase fiber eat appropriately before and after exercise read more about hypoglycemia here.	what is the best diet for hypoglycemia and weight loss?	i highly recommend you see a registered dietitian to help you develop a meal plan -- and guidelines -- for weight loss. you can find one at eatright. org or through your doctor. in terms of diet people with hypoglycemia need the following: eat small frequent meals limit added sugars such as those in beverages and desserts include a source of protein with meals/snacks eat a balanced diet with all the food groups (so carbohydrate protein and fat is balanced) limit caffeine and alcohol increase fiber eat appropriately before and after exercise read more about hypoglycemia here.	56
can babies drink silk soy milk? babies 12 months and younger should not drink soy or cows milk they need the nutrition from either breast milk or formula. after one year it is okay to introduce cows milk. if there is a milk allergy or intolerance fortified soy milk is a fine alternative. be sure to stick with full fat sources until baby is two due to high growth. and be sure the milk you choose is fortified with calcium and vitamin d.	can babies drink silk soy milk?	babies 12 months and younger should not drink soy or cows milk they need the nutrition from either breast milk or formula. after one year it is okay to introduce cows milk. if there is a milk allergy or intolerance fortified soy milk is a fine alternative. be sure to stick with full fat sources until baby is two due to high growth. and be sure the milk you choose is fortified with calcium and vitamin d.	32
you asked: my son is 6 year old he don't like to eat those food which taste sweet is there any disorder in his taste bud i think it depends on his eating overall. if he eats a variety of food but just doesn't like food really sweet that may simply reflect his personal preferences. but if he eats very few foods it could indicate a sensory issue or that he is super taster (not serious -- just more sensitive to the tastes in food). if you feel his nutrition and growth is affected see his pediatrician for a referral to a feeding therapist who can help you figure out what is going on. good luck!	you asked: my son is 6 year old he don't like to eat those food which taste sweet is there any disorder in his taste bud	i think it depends on his eating overall. if he eats a variety of food but just doesn't like food really sweet that may simply reflect his personal preferences. but if he eats very few foods it could indicate a sensory issue or that he is super taster (not serious -- just more sensitive to the tastes in food). if you feel his nutrition and growth is affected see his pediatrician for a referral to a feeding therapist who can help you figure out what is going on. good luck!	121
not loosing weight exercise brutally and consistently! due to a recent stressful situation i became partially bald! . i am a 27 year old male with no prior medical illnesses other than allergies and colds. i exercise frequently and more than many people i know who are fit. i have been tracking my workouts for the past 2 years and have followed a million diets. i always try to make the healthier choice when i go out to eat (not often) and drink on occasion. from august 2014 - december 2014 i ran boxed lifted weights in combination and lost little to no weight. bp is 9<negative_smiley>72 and after exercise 115/90ish you don't mention how much weight you have to lose. if you don't carry that much weight you might be at the place your body wants to be. your blood pressure is good but how about other health indicators like cholesterol? if you weight is too high you need to closely look at how much and what you are eating. do you eat mindfully by sitting down to meals and stopping when comfortably full? do you skip meals? how is your diet quality? research shows that exercise doesn't aid weight loss as much as diet. another factor is stress as you mention which can affect appetite. getting a handle on stress management can go a long way. here is more reading that can help: do you really need to lose weight? why can't i lose weight? hi for me if you was doing everything you say then you would be losing weight. but your not so your cheating its the only answer you need to as strict with what your doing as you say above do that and you will lose weight. but get on to some of these new ways of losing weight like the caveman. get out walking but brisk walking take a weighted back pack and when doing that find some hills to climb get up early go swimming these last two are some of the best ways to lose weight you just keep away from fast foods and junk foods and no sodas drink lots of water. all ways think of these self discipline. self control. breaking bad habits. in grain these in your mind. good luck	not loosing weight exercise brutally and consistently! due to a recent stressful situation i became partially bald! . i am a 27 year old male with no prior medical illnesses other than allergies and colds. i exercise frequently and more than many people i know who are fit. i have been tracking my workouts for the past 2 years and have followed a million diets. i always try to make the healthier choice when i go out to eat (not often) and drink on occasion. from august 2014 - december 2014 i ran boxed lifted weights in combination and lost little to no weight. bp is 9<negative_smiley>72 and after exercise 115/90ish	you don't mention how much weight you have to lose. if you don't carry that much weight you might be at the place your body wants to be. your blood pressure is good but how about other health indicators like cholesterol? if you weight is too high you need to closely look at how much and what you are eating. do you eat mindfully by sitting down to meals and stopping when comfortably full? do you skip meals? how is your diet quality? research shows that exercise doesn't aid weight loss as much as diet. another factor is stress as you mention which can affect appetite. getting a handle on stress management can go a long way. here is more reading that can help: do you really need to lose weight? why can't i lose weight? hi for me if you was doing everything you say then you would be losing weight. but your not so your cheating its the only answer you need to as strict with what your doing as you say above do that and you will lose weight. but get on to some of these new ways of losing weight like the caveman. get out walking but brisk walking take a weighted back pack and when doing that find some hills to climb get up early go swimming these last two are some of the best ways to lose weight you just keep away from fast foods and junk foods and no sodas drink lots of water. all ways think of these self discipline. self control. breaking bad habits. in grain these in your mind. good luck	622
what should be the exact calories we should have in one day? . i put on my weight 10 kg in last 6 months but my confusion is that i have not taken any heavy food then why i gained my weight. . please suggest me what had happened with me and how i can loose my weight? first off if you feel that your eating and activity has not changed along with this weight gain a visit to your doctor is in order. he or she can make sure anything else isn't going on. there could be less obvious reasons for weight gain such as decreased activity medications more drinking of alcoholic beverages and stress. this article can help identify hidden sources of weight gain. there is not a set calorie level for each person as each of us has different metabolisms. that being said you can reference this chart to give you an idea. with some time and investigation you can get to the bottom of the weight gain. good luck!	what should be the exact calories we should have in one day? . i put on my weight 10 kg in last 6 months but my confusion is that i have not taken any heavy food then why i gained my weight. . please suggest me what had happened with me and how i can loose my weight?	first off if you feel that your eating and activity has not changed along with this weight gain a visit to your doctor is in order. he or she can make sure anything else isn't going on. there could be less obvious reasons for weight gain such as decreased activity medications more drinking of alcoholic beverages and stress. this article can help identify hidden sources of weight gain. there is not a set calorie level for each person as each of us has different metabolisms. that being said you can reference this chart to give you an idea. with some time and investigation you can get to the bottom of the weight gain. good luck!	268
what health consequences will i face because of my meal plan for my eating disorder and the desserts that i eat nightly? . i am currently recovering from an eating disorder and have to follow a meal plan. sadly this requires me to eat dessert every night. i have been doing so since about mid-february. i am a fitness and nutrition fanatic (this did not help in developing an) and i have a major fear of suffering health consequences due to the fact that i am forced to eat sugary desserts every night. is there any health repercussions? what should i do? most helpful answer the important thing is that you understand why the dessert is in your meal plan. talking with your therapist is key because he or she is likely doing it to help change your relationship with food. the tendency with eating disorders/disordered eating is people give too much power to a single food instead of looking at the overall pattern of eating. as for your health no eating a sweet food everyday will not ruin your health (i do it! ) especially when your diet is balanced. it's the extremes that are harmful -- eating sweets/chips/empty calorie foods all day long or eliminating so many foods/items that it's hard to maintain a healthy weight and enjoy eating. i hope that helps. good luck on your journey!	what health consequences will i face because of my meal plan for my eating disorder and the desserts that i eat nightly? . i am currently recovering from an eating disorder and have to follow a meal plan. sadly this requires me to eat dessert every night. i have been doing so since about mid-february. i am a fitness and nutrition fanatic (this did not help in developing an) and i have a major fear of suffering health consequences due to the fact that i am forced to eat sugary desserts every night. is there any health repercussions? what should i do?	most helpful answer the important thing is that you understand why the dessert is in your meal plan. talking with your therapist is key because he or she is likely doing it to help change your relationship with food. the tendency with eating disorders/disordered eating is people give too much power to a single food instead of looking at the overall pattern of eating. as for your health no eating a sweet food everyday will not ruin your health (i do it! ) especially when your diet is balanced. it's the extremes that are harmful -- eating sweets/chips/empty calorie foods all day long or eliminating so many foods/items that it's hard to maintain a healthy weight and enjoy eating. i hope that helps. good luck on your journey!	556
i've had almost no appetite for several months and am losing an unhealthy amount of weight. how to reverse both losses? . i've had no appetite for maybe three or four months. i have a history of anorexia but this is unintentional. i buy cook and order food i want to eat but the second it's in front of me i can't eat it. i recently moved took a less stressful job and am at a lower level of anxiety than i've ever been before but my jaw clenching is coming back and i can't make myself eat. i've lost a lot of weight and my starting point was already pretty thin. i'm five foot two inches and weigh around 90 lbs because of your history of anorexia its best to see someone who specializes in eating disorders to rule out relapse. even if you feel this is not the case doing so is in your best interest. if that leaves you with no answers you can get a physical to check the potential medical reasons for decreased appetite. for now when you do have an appetite take advantage of it. if breakfast is when you are the most hungry eat a full big breakfast. notice times your appetite changes and follow along. consider adding frequent meals throughout the day. meditation and mindfulness also can help. take care of yourself. anorexia with unintentional weight loss should not be ignored. this can be due to some severe ailment/condition. better visit your physician and get yourself checked up.	i've had almost no appetite for several months and am losing an unhealthy amount of weight. how to reverse both losses? . i've had no appetite for maybe three or four months. i have a history of anorexia but this is unintentional. i buy cook and order food i want to eat but the second it's in front of me i can't eat it. i recently moved took a less stressful job and am at a lower level of anxiety than i've ever been before but my jaw clenching is coming back and i can't make myself eat. i've lost a lot of weight and my starting point was already pretty thin. i'm five foot two inches and weigh around 90 lbs	because of your history of anorexia its best to see someone who specializes in eating disorders to rule out relapse. even if you feel this is not the case doing so is in your best interest. if that leaves you with no answers you can get a physical to check the potential medical reasons for decreased appetite. for now when you do have an appetite take advantage of it. if breakfast is when you are the most hungry eat a full big breakfast. notice times your appetite changes and follow along. consider adding frequent meals throughout the day. meditation and mindfulness also can help. take care of yourself. anorexia with unintentional weight loss should not be ignored. this can be due to some severe ailment/condition. better visit your physician and get yourself checked up.	614
is bone structure ever taken into account with bmi? . i have extremely dense/large bone structure. i am never healthy at the weights the charts say i should be at. i do not have a typical women's structure. i feel the bmi charts are set for a petite woman and not for me. bmi takes into account mass (weight) and height. mass includes muscle fat and bone. so if someone has large bones or more muscle than fat this will not be taken into account. this is the key limitation of bmi. it is used a screening tool but should not be used as an indicator of health status. for more on bmi see how accurate is body mass index?	is bone structure ever taken into account with bmi? . i have extremely dense/large bone structure. i am never healthy at the weights the charts say i should be at. i do not have a typical women's structure. i feel the bmi charts are set for a petite woman and not for me.	bmi takes into account mass (weight) and height. mass includes muscle fat and bone. so if someone has large bones or more muscle than fat this will not be taken into account. this is the key limitation of bmi. it is used a screening tool but should not be used as an indicator of health status. for more on bmi see how accurate is body mass index?	272
what foods will increase albumin? . my husband's albumin level is 2. 4 and the low level is preventing him from participating in a clinical trial for lung cancer. a low albumin can be caused by a variety of factors including nutrition medications and fluid status. talk to his doctor about how much fluid your husband needs and potential contributors to his low albumin. as long as he has no diet restrictions getting adequate protein can help. protein sources include eggs chicken fish meat cheese/milk nuts/nut butters and beans. aim for at least one protein source at each meal and with snacks. make sure his diet is balanced with other foods to balance out his diet. sample day: b-fast: omelet with veggies and toast snack: greek yogurt topped with nuts and fruit lunch: turkey chili with side of fruit and bread snack: smoothie with added protein powder dinner: fish whole grain & veggies	what foods will increase albumin? . my husband's albumin level is 2. 4 and the low level is preventing him from participating in a clinical trial for lung cancer.	a low albumin can be caused by a variety of factors including nutrition medications and fluid status. talk to his doctor about how much fluid your husband needs and potential contributors to his low albumin. as long as he has no diet restrictions getting adequate protein can help. protein sources include eggs chicken fish meat cheese/milk nuts/nut butters and beans. aim for at least one protein source at each meal and with snacks. make sure his diet is balanced with other foods to balance out his diet. sample day: b-fast: omelet with veggies and toast snack: greek yogurt topped with nuts and fruit lunch: turkey chili with side of fruit and bread snack: smoothie with added protein powder dinner: fish whole grain & veggies	163
i'd like to know what the best combination of supplements are for a vegan including enzymes amino acids and vitamins. i've been looking into collagen (to improve bone density skin and hair) spirulina (for protein and immune function) maca powder(hormonal function and fertility) omega3 6 9 and digestive enzymes (to help with bloating and stomach problems). i also take a multi vitamin. i am overwhelmed with the wealth of information and would like advice on the best combination as i don't want to take too many supplements when i don't fully understand how they might effect each other. thanks in advance. i'm not familiar with the supplements you are taking. you can look here for more info. my guess is there isn't a lot of evidence to support them. i can help you from a nutrition standpoint though. if you are a vegan and eat a balanced diet you still need to watch out for the following nutrients: calcium: this article will help you figure out if you are getting enough. plant foods and fortified milk alternatives can get you there but you need to be diligent. you can always supplement if you fall short. iron: beans and grains contain iron but they aren't absorbed as well as animal foods. this article can help you ensure you get enough. vitamin b12: plant foods do not contain vitamin b12 so you will can include fortified foods or take a supplement. vitamin d: this vitamin is not in plant foods unless its fortified. you will likely need to supplement. i recommend getting your levels checked at annual physical to determine how much you need. omega 3s dha and epa: plant foods do not contain these important fats -- there are vegan supplements you can look into. if you are still confused consider seeing a registered dietitian. he/she can help you figure out what supplements you need and what you can just get from food good luck!	i'd like to know what the best combination of supplements are for a vegan including enzymes amino acids and vitamins. i've been looking into collagen (to improve bone density skin and hair) spirulina (for protein and immune function) maca powder(hormonal function and fertility) omega3 6 9 and digestive enzymes (to help with bloating and stomach problems). i also take a multi vitamin. i am overwhelmed with the wealth of information and would like advice on the best combination as i don't want to take too many supplements when i don't fully understand how they might effect each other. thanks in advance.	i'm not familiar with the supplements you are taking. you can look here for more info. my guess is there isn't a lot of evidence to support them. i can help you from a nutrition standpoint though. if you are a vegan and eat a balanced diet you still need to watch out for the following nutrients: calcium: this article will help you figure out if you are getting enough. plant foods and fortified milk alternatives can get you there but you need to be diligent. you can always supplement if you fall short. iron: beans and grains contain iron but they aren't absorbed as well as animal foods. this article can help you ensure you get enough. vitamin b12: plant foods do not contain vitamin b12 so you will can include fortified foods or take a supplement. vitamin d: this vitamin is not in plant foods unless its fortified. you will likely need to supplement. i recommend getting your levels checked at annual physical to determine how much you need. omega 3s dha and epa: plant foods do not contain these important fats -- there are vegan supplements you can look into. if you are still confused consider seeing a registered dietitian. he/she can help you figure out what supplements you need and what you can just get from food good luck!	609
is it ok to have lemon in water before a fasting blood test? while there is not much sugar in lemons you should only drink water before your fasting blood sugar. try scheduling the test first thing in the morning.	is it ok to have lemon in water before a fasting blood test?	while there is not much sugar in lemons you should only drink water before your fasting blood sugar. try scheduling the test first thing in the morning.	61
how do i get back on track after being on various crash diets for months and then eating unhealthy for the last 2 weeks? . just wanted to note that i am at a healthy weight (bmi 20. 6) and i have been craving unhealthy foods at every meal. i feel like i'm "out of control " since i had gotten down to a bmi of 19. 6 for a special event. what's a good way to get back on track and stop gaining weight? i think it's important for you to take step back. you are not even close to being overweight and although you say your weight is healthy that doesn't mean that your body is healthy. bmi categorizes weight not health. restrained eating which is always depriving yourself by dieting or restricting food put all the focus on forbidden foods hence the out-of-control feelings. this is also called the diet-binge-diet cycle. some find a way to keep their weight down but others gain weight overtime (studies show dieting is linked to weight gain over time not weight loss). regardless of weight research shows that this type of eating style negatively effects life satisfaction and self esteem. i've been there and constantly thinking about food takes energy away from all the other important aspects of life. there is another way of eating that will make you happier healthier and keep your weight stable. instead of focusing on weight and what foods to eat or not eat focus on health and feeling good. listen to your body and feed it a variety of food. instead of stopping because the portion is done listen and honor feelings of hunger and fullness. research shows people are healthier and happier when they eat this way. now this might be hard for you to do so i suggest getting help from a professional like a registered dietitian. you can find one at eatright. org. also you can read the following articles: how to become an intuitive eater the 7 habits of highly effective eaters improving body image best of health to you!	how do i get back on track after being on various crash diets for months and then eating unhealthy for the last 2 weeks? . just wanted to note that i am at a healthy weight (bmi 20. 6) and i have been craving unhealthy foods at every meal. i feel like i'm "out of control " since i had gotten down to a bmi of 19. 6 for a special event. what's a good way to get back on track and stop gaining weight?	i think it's important for you to take step back. you are not even close to being overweight and although you say your weight is healthy that doesn't mean that your body is healthy. bmi categorizes weight not health. restrained eating which is always depriving yourself by dieting or restricting food put all the focus on forbidden foods hence the out-of-control feelings. this is also called the diet-binge-diet cycle. some find a way to keep their weight down but others gain weight overtime (studies show dieting is linked to weight gain over time not weight loss). regardless of weight research shows that this type of eating style negatively effects life satisfaction and self esteem. i've been there and constantly thinking about food takes energy away from all the other important aspects of life. there is another way of eating that will make you happier healthier and keep your weight stable. instead of focusing on weight and what foods to eat or not eat focus on health and feeling good. listen to your body and feed it a variety of food. instead of stopping because the portion is done listen and honor feelings of hunger and fullness. research shows people are healthier and happier when they eat this way. now this might be hard for you to do so i suggest getting help from a professional like a registered dietitian. you can find one at eatright. org. also you can read the following articles: how to become an intuitive eater the 7 habits of highly effective eaters improving body image best of health to you!	401