Q. Every two weeks up to my period I practically eat like a pregnant woman, and I know they say mind over matter, but I find it very hard not eat what I want...The day I get my period I turn the complete opposite and eat hardly nothing...It's a horrible cycle I would like to break..Would medication help?
A. I'm on a medication (adderall) where one of the side effects includes loss of appetite, and I SWEAR to you that this does nothing for me when i'm approaching my period. One thing that seems to help a little is chewing gum.
Honestly. I go through a pack of gum a day just trying to avoid the munchies. It helps--- It won't work miracles or anything, but it definitely keeps me from eating absolutely everything that isn't nailed down.
I go through a 60-piece container thing of Orbit Bubblemint gum about every 4 days. Yeah. That's a lot of gum. But it also keeps me from biting my nails, lol.
So, yeah. It's not the cramps or even the bloating that kills me, it's the binge eating--- and I've been somewhat able to keep it in check. Hope this helps!
Honestly. I go through a pack of gum a day just trying to avoid the munchies. It helps--- It won't work miracles or anything, but it definitely keeps me from eating absolutely everything that isn't nailed down.
I go through a 60-piece container thing of Orbit Bubblemint gum about every 4 days. Yeah. That's a lot of gum. But it also keeps me from biting my nails, lol.
So, yeah. It's not the cramps or even the bloating that kills me, it's the binge eating--- and I've been somewhat able to keep it in check. Hope this helps!
What is the fastest way to getting rid of fat in my belly?
Q. 1. Starving to death (not exactly death but you know)
2. Eating extremely little amounts of food
3. Other (your opinion)
All of the above plus I do some crunches every now and then and I run like a mile or two ever other day, but it seems that the fat in my belly doesnt wanna go away, please help!
2. Eating extremely little amounts of food
3. Other (your opinion)
All of the above plus I do some crunches every now and then and I run like a mile or two ever other day, but it seems that the fat in my belly doesnt wanna go away, please help!
A. First of all, you can't choose where the fat comes off on your body as you lose weight. It will burn from where it wants & many times the area you want to lose weight from the most will be the last place you do! All the crunches in the world won't change this (although some nice abdominal muscles will be revealed when you finally do lose the weight).
You are already on the right track by getting aerobic exercise regularly, as it burns calories and increases your metabolism for a period afterward. Also consider weight training to build more muscle, which in turn will passively burn more calories every day.
The first mistake people make when dieting is thinking they have to starve themselves. Your body will go into survival mode and your metabolism will slow down, preserving your fat and burning your muscle instead. This is NOT what you want, as the more pounds of muscle you have, the more calories you can consume each day without gaining weight.
This is where yo-yo dieting comes in. Most people that starve themselves eventually binge on food because no one can maintain starvation for the rest of his life without malnutrition, disease and even death. When they start eating again they already have less muscle mass from starving their bodies (thus able to burn less calories), yet are back to eating the same amount or more as they did before, gaining MORE weight and ending up more overweight than they were before they ever started. Starvation is a temporary and extremely unhealthy and counterproductive method of dieting.
You don't have to eat extremely little amounts of food so much as eating the right foods. Try to limit your calories. Use fat free dairy products, replace one meal a day with whole grain cereal, replace snacks with no or low-calorie foods such as fruits, dill pickles, low-fat yogurt, and try to drink water instead of soft drinks & juices. Eat several small meals (300-400 calories) throughout the day rather than large ones, and eat foods high in fiber so you will feel full longer and have less cravings.
Counting calories may sound simplistic after hearing all the hype about "good carbs", "bad carbs" and the 1000 different diets out there, but it really isn't much more difficult than simple science. ~3500 calories = 1 pound. If your body burns more calories each day than you consume, you will lose weight over time. The reverse is also true. Your body will burn well over 1000 calories each day in a resting state alone, which varies. Aerobic exercise & muscle gain will speed up the process.
It's generally considered healthy to lose 1-2 lbs. of weight a week, so consider doing some research to figure out how many calories you need to consume/burn each week to make this happen. Drink plenty of water & consider taking a multivitamin daily when cutting calories significantly.
For most people maintaining a healthy weight is a lifelong struggle, but it doesn't have to be. Make exercise & eating healthy into a habit, just like showering and brushing your teeth and it will become second nature. Good luck.
You are already on the right track by getting aerobic exercise regularly, as it burns calories and increases your metabolism for a period afterward. Also consider weight training to build more muscle, which in turn will passively burn more calories every day.
The first mistake people make when dieting is thinking they have to starve themselves. Your body will go into survival mode and your metabolism will slow down, preserving your fat and burning your muscle instead. This is NOT what you want, as the more pounds of muscle you have, the more calories you can consume each day without gaining weight.
This is where yo-yo dieting comes in. Most people that starve themselves eventually binge on food because no one can maintain starvation for the rest of his life without malnutrition, disease and even death. When they start eating again they already have less muscle mass from starving their bodies (thus able to burn less calories), yet are back to eating the same amount or more as they did before, gaining MORE weight and ending up more overweight than they were before they ever started. Starvation is a temporary and extremely unhealthy and counterproductive method of dieting.
You don't have to eat extremely little amounts of food so much as eating the right foods. Try to limit your calories. Use fat free dairy products, replace one meal a day with whole grain cereal, replace snacks with no or low-calorie foods such as fruits, dill pickles, low-fat yogurt, and try to drink water instead of soft drinks & juices. Eat several small meals (300-400 calories) throughout the day rather than large ones, and eat foods high in fiber so you will feel full longer and have less cravings.
Counting calories may sound simplistic after hearing all the hype about "good carbs", "bad carbs" and the 1000 different diets out there, but it really isn't much more difficult than simple science. ~3500 calories = 1 pound. If your body burns more calories each day than you consume, you will lose weight over time. The reverse is also true. Your body will burn well over 1000 calories each day in a resting state alone, which varies. Aerobic exercise & muscle gain will speed up the process.
It's generally considered healthy to lose 1-2 lbs. of weight a week, so consider doing some research to figure out how many calories you need to consume/burn each week to make this happen. Drink plenty of water & consider taking a multivitamin daily when cutting calories significantly.
For most people maintaining a healthy weight is a lifelong struggle, but it doesn't have to be. Make exercise & eating healthy into a habit, just like showering and brushing your teeth and it will become second nature. Good luck.
Some questions about eating on your period?
Q. 1. Will I gain weight if i eat alot on my period? i get hungrier and crave like crazy and usually i want all junk.
2. How do i stop these crazy cravings? if i eat something healthy it makes me want to eat junk food even worse. and if i try to distract myself food is all i can think about :(
3. Is it true you need to eat more during time of month?
2. How do i stop these crazy cravings? if i eat something healthy it makes me want to eat junk food even worse. and if i try to distract myself food is all i can think about :(
3. Is it true you need to eat more during time of month?
A. The most common complaints are stomach cramps, weight gain during period, uneasiness, back and lower back pain, leg pain, etc. Weight gain during period is not a very serious issue, at the same time, it is not difficult to get rid of the weight gained.
1. Overeating and Food Cravings
Weight gain during menstrual cycle can also be due to overeating. Women tend to overeat during periods, due rise in the metabolism levels. Usually, women consume about 100 to 200 calories more than what they regularly consume. Most women notice, that they have food cravings before and during period. These cravings do not last for a long duration and go away on their own. Binge eating is due to food cravings.
2. Treating Weight Gain During Period
It is not very difficult to treat weight gain during period. A small change to the diet can help in alleviating water retention problem. You may want to reduce your sodium intake during this time, to fight this problem. Less sodium reduces chances of water retention. If bloating and water retention is pronounced, you may want to try a diuretic. It is not recommended, but if bloating is causing you a lot of discomfort, you may try a diuretic. Calcium plays an important role in preventing and curing water retention problem. Make sure your calcium intake is sufficient. Women, who follow vegan diet, should especially take care about their calcium intake as, studies have shown that they lack calcium often.
It is very often observed, that women avoid exercises prior to their menstrual cycle. At the same time, they are also very inactive during this period, which often times leads to weight gain.
3. Although, you might have food cravings, it is important, you make sure you are eating healthy and sumptuous meals. Avoid foods which are high in refined sugar. Your diet should be rich in complex carbohydrates, lean protein and fiber. Healthy small meals at regular intervals and in adequate quantities also help in managing food cravings during this time. Your meals should be the kinds which will get digested fast. Limit your caffeine intake and keep yourself well hydrated. You can have fruit and vegetable juices or coconut water to keep yourself well hydrated.
The average weight gain during period is any where between 1 to 4 pounds. However, in some woman, there will not be noticeable weight gain during period. The only important thing to remember about this weight gain during period is that you should not get disturbed. Understand that it is normal and will go away once you are done with your menstrual cycle
1. Overeating and Food Cravings
Weight gain during menstrual cycle can also be due to overeating. Women tend to overeat during periods, due rise in the metabolism levels. Usually, women consume about 100 to 200 calories more than what they regularly consume. Most women notice, that they have food cravings before and during period. These cravings do not last for a long duration and go away on their own. Binge eating is due to food cravings.
2. Treating Weight Gain During Period
It is not very difficult to treat weight gain during period. A small change to the diet can help in alleviating water retention problem. You may want to reduce your sodium intake during this time, to fight this problem. Less sodium reduces chances of water retention. If bloating and water retention is pronounced, you may want to try a diuretic. It is not recommended, but if bloating is causing you a lot of discomfort, you may try a diuretic. Calcium plays an important role in preventing and curing water retention problem. Make sure your calcium intake is sufficient. Women, who follow vegan diet, should especially take care about their calcium intake as, studies have shown that they lack calcium often.
It is very often observed, that women avoid exercises prior to their menstrual cycle. At the same time, they are also very inactive during this period, which often times leads to weight gain.
3. Although, you might have food cravings, it is important, you make sure you are eating healthy and sumptuous meals. Avoid foods which are high in refined sugar. Your diet should be rich in complex carbohydrates, lean protein and fiber. Healthy small meals at regular intervals and in adequate quantities also help in managing food cravings during this time. Your meals should be the kinds which will get digested fast. Limit your caffeine intake and keep yourself well hydrated. You can have fruit and vegetable juices or coconut water to keep yourself well hydrated.
The average weight gain during period is any where between 1 to 4 pounds. However, in some woman, there will not be noticeable weight gain during period. The only important thing to remember about this weight gain during period is that you should not get disturbed. Understand that it is normal and will go away once you are done with your menstrual cycle
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