Weight Loss Pills?

[CamaroChick]

By most wieght guides, I'm considered skinny, but there are always those problem areas. For me, its more about toning than actual weight loss. A while back, I tried Ripped Fuel... gave me the shakes, but I did seem to gain more muscle and less fat. I don't think it was good for my body though

As someone said earlier, its about burning more calories than you eat each day. A food diary really helps with this. I also watch the saturated fats. Exercise is key too. If you're like me and don't love going to the gym, try alternate forms of exercise - take walks (esp now that its nice outside), try a dance class, cleaning, yard work, etc. Oh, and carrying around dive gear!

[MandieR]

According to recent research, MUFAs (mono-unsaturated fatty acids)are supposed to help you lose belly fat specifically.

[diver-wife]

Originally Posted by MandieR

According to recent research, MUFAs (mono-unsaturated fatty acids)are supposed to help you lose belly fat specifically.

I have to agree with most people, the only way to effectively loose weight is a lifestyle change, burn more calories than you eat. If there was a magic pill, do you know think we all would be praising it?

[Martin2]

If you find the magic cure, do share. In the meantime, I think most of us will simply have to work on eating in moderation and being as active as possible. That said, there are some medical reasons that can impact your ability to lose weight effectively. It can't hurt to talk to your doctor about checking hormone and thyroid levels, etc. If everything is as it should be, he/she may be able to refer you to a nutritionist or suggest an eating plan that would meet your needs.

[diver-wife]

Originally Posted by Martin2

If you find the magic cure, do share. In the meantime, I think most of us will simply have to work on eating in moderation and being as active as possible. That said, there are some medical reasons that can impact your ability to lose weight effectively. It can't hurt to talk to your doctor about checking hormone and thyroid levels, etc. If everything is as it should be, he/she may be able to refer you to a nutritionist or suggest an eating plan that would meet your needs.

The thyroid comment is a very good one, a lot of people are diagnosed with hypothyroidism because they try and try to loose weight, with no benefit, especially if you have a family history of it

[caroln]

Originally Posted by diver-wife

The thyroid comment is a very good one, a lot of people are diagnosed with hypothyroidism because they try and try to loose weight, with no benefit, especially if you have a family history of it

I found out I had this because I was getting cold all the time. I thought I was anemic or something, but turns out it was the thyroid. It's easily treatable, and has other serious side effects aside from weight, so if you have any reason to suspect you have it, it's worth getting checked out.

[waytooslow]

Originally Posted by diver-wife

The thyroid comment is a very good one, a lot of people are diagnosed with hypothyroidism because they try and try to loose weight, with no benefit, especially if you have a family history of it

maybe that is what is up, can't seem to budge no matter how much I work out ... how much cardio.. it just stays the same. Will have to go see the doc. Or mabe try the "crack" diet? J/K

[Foo2]

Originally Posted by waytooslow

Will have to go see the doc. Or mabe try the "crack" diet? J/K

The "crack" diet works 100% of the time.

[waytooslow]

Originally Posted by Foo2

The "crack" diet works 100% of the time.

Downside is you can end up looking like Amy Winehouse -

The 24-Year-Old Celebrity With The Ravaged Skin - Amy Winehouse Visits Husband With Ragged Face - Entertainment on The Huffington Post


yeeee owwww - my eyes

[Foo2]

Originally Posted by waytooslow

Downside is you can end up looking like Amy Winehouse -

The 24-Year-Old Celebrity With The Ravaged Skin - Amy Winehouse Visits Husband With Ragged Face - Entertainment on The Huffington Post


yeeee owwww - my eyes

Hey, I never said you'd look good. Those pics are so sad. I can't even imagine.