Q. I just got out of exams and into vacations. With all the stress, binge eating, and next to no sleep I've gained some weight. Now I have 2 weeks to eat, sleep and excercise right.
How much can I improve my health and general image?
How much can I improve my health and general image?
A. In two weeks you can lose between 4-6lbs. That is the healthy amount to lose.
The key to weight loss is eating less and exercise more.
You have to start having a healthy eating plan, set times for meals so you have something to look forward to, as this will minimise snacking. Try to keep snacking to a minimum.
As for exercise, you should try to get in at least 30 minutes each day. It is best to exercise in the morning because it speeds up your metabolism for the day.
Hope this helps
The key to weight loss is eating less and exercise more.
You have to start having a healthy eating plan, set times for meals so you have something to look forward to, as this will minimise snacking. Try to keep snacking to a minimum.
As for exercise, you should try to get in at least 30 minutes each day. It is best to exercise in the morning because it speeds up your metabolism for the day.
Hope this helps
how to become a doctor who specializes in eating disorders?
Q. also, what are they called? I've had an eating disorder, and i want to help others who's going through the same struggles that i have. i had two extreme opposite disorders: anorexia and binge eating. do i have to go to any school? or a med school? or what?
A. Eating disorders are handled by different specialists. Usually registered dietitians and/or doctors can diagnose an eating disorder. A clinical psychologist helps them recover. A doctor keeps an eye on their health during recovery with regular check ups. A registered dietitian also helps during recovery by doing meal planning and providing additional emotional support, among other things. The clinical psychologist does most of the disorder management. So, it sounds like you are interested in the doctoring part of it. Different states have different requirements as far as becoming a registered eating disorder specialist. You need to research the requirements for your state.
Youre also gonna wanna at leat graduate from a university with a four-year degree. Secondly, while you are taking the required courses, look into classes that would focus on different therapy methods for mental illness- this could be art therapy, CBT, DBT, etc. It really depends on what your college/university offers. Sometimes, they even have courses that specialise in eating disorders. In order to specialise in EDs, apply for an internship at a treatment facility that deals exclusively with that subject, or volunteer for an organisation like NEDA. This will show potential employers that you understand and can work with eating disordered clients. Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Youre also gonna wanna at leat graduate from a university with a four-year degree. Secondly, while you are taking the required courses, look into classes that would focus on different therapy methods for mental illness- this could be art therapy, CBT, DBT, etc. It really depends on what your college/university offers. Sometimes, they even have courses that specialise in eating disorders. In order to specialise in EDs, apply for an internship at a treatment facility that deals exclusively with that subject, or volunteer for an organisation like NEDA. This will show potential employers that you understand and can work with eating disordered clients. Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What are good ways to lose weight?
Q. Im trying to lose weight quickly and effectively. I don't want to change my meal plans, but i can eat a little less (no/less snacks and SMALL changes in the meals). But if you have meal plans or something like that i would appreciate it. Workout and workout plans are heavily needed!! I appreciate any and all help!
A. Weight loss is an overall process and there are no magic answers. Pay no attention to weight loss supplements and pills and all the latest fads. You need to think about many factors but most of them are related to issues we've known about for a very long time. There are many sensible things you can do that will make a tremendous difference over the long term if you need to lose weight. It can be done in a healthy way. This is what has worked for me.
Keeping a food journal really does help. It will give you a much better sense of how much you are eating, and when, and why.
Make a few additional small changes - walk everywhere, always use stairs instead of elevators, walk on escalators, get up and move around at least once an hour if your work or your life in general is sedentary, walk every day, use a pedometer. Walking 10,000 steps a day is a really good idea. Build up to a long brisk walk everyday, or most days. Be more active and watch less TV and spend less time on the computer. Buy one piece of exercise equipment to have at home and be strict with yourself about using it. Sometimes you can find mini-steppers or exercise bikes at second hand stores and thrift stores for just a few dollars.
Start a weight lifting routine. Join a gym. Possibly you can find one that has someone who specializes in weight lifting programs for beginners. Weight lifting will increase your metabolism as well as improve posture and appearance overall. Even if you can't get to the gym you can work out at home using things around the house. Invest in a good weight training book. The Dummies series actually has a good one.
In terms of diet, cut out or reduce things like junk food, pop, fat, fast food. Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, fish. Particularly if you choose a vegetarian lifestyle include natural peanut butter, hummus, dried fruit and nuts. Pay close attention to getting the nutrients your body needs to be healthy.
Make your portion sizes smaller. Use a smaller plate - in our society we have become accustomed to thinking that we need a large plate of food at every meal, and we don't. About quarter of your plate of food should be protein and at least half of it should be veggies.
Learn to count calories. At your current weight and activity level, you may possibly need about 2000 calories or more to maintain your current weight. So you will lose weight at a reasonable and healthy rate if you cut back to about 1600 or 1700 calories a day.
Eat small amounts frequently, rather than three large meals. Never skip breakfast. Include some protein in your breakfast. It will help get you through the day.
Drink plenty of water, at least 8 big glasses of water a day, and more if it is very hot, if you sweat a lot, or if you are exercising intensely, and eliminate fruit juices. Fruit juices have too many calories, so get your vitamins from fresh fruit, not the juice. You will begin to see changes in your body.
Vary your routines. Don't eat the same number of calories every day (vary your calories from 1400 a day to 1900 or 2000 some days), eat a variety of foods, and do different kinds and amounts of exercise. You will lose weight much more efficiently if you mix things up from time to time so that your body doesn't adjust to any one routine.
An area that many people overlook is getting enough sleep. You are much more likely to overeat or to binge eat if you are tired and not well rested, so get enough sleep.
Check out websites about nutrition, exercise, weight training, etc. Here are a few helpful links.
http://www.nutrawatch.com/
http://www.caloriesperhour.com/
http://www.helpguide.org/life/healthy_eating_diet.htm
http://www.wikihow.com/Lose-Weight-the-Healthy-Way
http://weightloss.about.com/cs/fitness/a/aa011503a.htm
http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/no-weight-workout?page=4
Keeping a food journal really does help. It will give you a much better sense of how much you are eating, and when, and why.
Make a few additional small changes - walk everywhere, always use stairs instead of elevators, walk on escalators, get up and move around at least once an hour if your work or your life in general is sedentary, walk every day, use a pedometer. Walking 10,000 steps a day is a really good idea. Build up to a long brisk walk everyday, or most days. Be more active and watch less TV and spend less time on the computer. Buy one piece of exercise equipment to have at home and be strict with yourself about using it. Sometimes you can find mini-steppers or exercise bikes at second hand stores and thrift stores for just a few dollars.
Start a weight lifting routine. Join a gym. Possibly you can find one that has someone who specializes in weight lifting programs for beginners. Weight lifting will increase your metabolism as well as improve posture and appearance overall. Even if you can't get to the gym you can work out at home using things around the house. Invest in a good weight training book. The Dummies series actually has a good one.
In terms of diet, cut out or reduce things like junk food, pop, fat, fast food. Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, fish. Particularly if you choose a vegetarian lifestyle include natural peanut butter, hummus, dried fruit and nuts. Pay close attention to getting the nutrients your body needs to be healthy.
Make your portion sizes smaller. Use a smaller plate - in our society we have become accustomed to thinking that we need a large plate of food at every meal, and we don't. About quarter of your plate of food should be protein and at least half of it should be veggies.
Learn to count calories. At your current weight and activity level, you may possibly need about 2000 calories or more to maintain your current weight. So you will lose weight at a reasonable and healthy rate if you cut back to about 1600 or 1700 calories a day.
Eat small amounts frequently, rather than three large meals. Never skip breakfast. Include some protein in your breakfast. It will help get you through the day.
Drink plenty of water, at least 8 big glasses of water a day, and more if it is very hot, if you sweat a lot, or if you are exercising intensely, and eliminate fruit juices. Fruit juices have too many calories, so get your vitamins from fresh fruit, not the juice. You will begin to see changes in your body.
Vary your routines. Don't eat the same number of calories every day (vary your calories from 1400 a day to 1900 or 2000 some days), eat a variety of foods, and do different kinds and amounts of exercise. You will lose weight much more efficiently if you mix things up from time to time so that your body doesn't adjust to any one routine.
An area that many people overlook is getting enough sleep. You are much more likely to overeat or to binge eat if you are tired and not well rested, so get enough sleep.
Check out websites about nutrition, exercise, weight training, etc. Here are a few helpful links.
http://www.nutrawatch.com/
http://www.caloriesperhour.com/
http://www.helpguide.org/life/healthy_eating_diet.htm
http://www.wikihow.com/Lose-Weight-the-Healthy-Way
http://weightloss.about.com/cs/fitness/a/aa011503a.htm
http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/no-weight-workout?page=4
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