Could someone give me some advice on weight loss?

[ILG]

Originally Posted by Praxeas

That's good because you add the protein

Are you referring to keeping blood sugar stable?

[Praxeas]

Originally Posted by ILG

Are you referring to keeping blood sugar stable?

Our bodies need protein for numerous functions. Hemoglobin, which carries oxygen, is an essential protein that gives blood its red color when oxygenated. Antibodies, which act as defenders against disease, are composed of proteins. Hormones, some of which are made from amino acids (the building blocks of protein), regulate many systems in our bodies. These include the regulation of metabolism, digestion, and nutrient absorption, and the concentration of blood glucose. Proteins are also used by our cells to regulate the distribution of water and the movement of nutrients in and out of cells, particularly since proteins are one of the components of cell membranes. Furthermore, proteins are involved in blood clotting, acid-base balance, and visual pigmentation.



Considering we need protein to help our bodies carry out and sustain essential physiological functions, a diet very low in protein is obviously not a good idea. If your diet is insufficient in protein, you could also be deficient in many important vitamins and minerals found in protein-rich foods. Deficiencies could occur in niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, B-12, B-6, iron, zinc, and calcium, among others, depending on what foods are missing from your diet. The effects of prolonged low protein in the diet would eventually manifest themselves as impaired immune function, and irregularities in other bodily functions and systems described above.

http://goaskalice.columbia.edu/very-...51-good-health

[Sasha]

If you like chocolate, you can eat as many Ex-Lax bars as you want.

[Praxeas]

Originally Posted by Sasha

If you like chocolate, you can eat as many Ex-Lax bars as you want.

Actually that's not true. Eating a lot can kill you (loss of fluid)

[Sasha]

Originally Posted by Praxeas

Actually that's not true. Eating a lot can kill you (loss of fluid)

Then drink milk with your chocolate.

[Praxeas]

Originally Posted by Sasha

Then drink milk with your chocolate.

Why misuse can lead to death
Although the problem is less serious for bulking agents such as Metamucil, misuse and abuse of laxatives can be damaging to your body. It causes numerous problems if misused, such as:
- Painful cramps
- Vomiting
- Increased constipation
- Dependence
- Lazy bowel syndrome, when your digestive system cannot produce a bowel movement without the aid of laxatives.
- Hemorrhoids
Misuse can easily turn into abuse and addiction, which leads to often fatal, irreversible consequences. These consequences are:
- Severe dehydration, which sometimes can lead to death.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Ulcerated bowel
- Edema, where the body retains extra fluid because of the constant loss of fluid from laxative abuse. This can be sometimes painful.
- Bloody stool
- Unpleasant odor
- Fainting and dizziness
- Loss of vital minerals
- Muscle cramps and spasms
- Permanent inability to expel or control bowel stools. Some people must wear a diaper for the rest of his/her life because of this.
- Kidney damage
- Irregular heartbeat
- Severe electrolyte imbalance. This can cause instant death at any time, and was responsible for the death of Melissa Booth, a bulimic who died from a heart attack. The coroner contributes her death to her abuse of laxatives, along with her obsession with magazines.


http://voices.yahoo.com/laxative-abu...ou-671714.html

[ILG]

Originally Posted by Praxeas

Why misuse can lead to death
Although the problem is less serious for bulking agents such as Metamucil, misuse and abuse of laxatives can be damaging to your body. It causes numerous problems if misused, such as:
- Painful cramps
- Vomiting
- Increased constipation
- Dependence
- Lazy bowel syndrome, when your digestive system cannot produce a bowel movement without the aid of laxatives.
- Hemorrhoids
Misuse can easily turn into abuse and addiction, which leads to often fatal, irreversible consequences. These consequences are:
- Severe dehydration, which sometimes can lead to death.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Ulcerated bowel
- Edema, where the body retains extra fluid because of the constant loss of fluid from laxative abuse. This can be sometimes painful.
- Bloody stool
- Unpleasant odor
- Fainting and dizziness
- Loss of vital minerals
- Muscle cramps and spasms
- Permanent inability to expel or control bowel stools. Some people must wear a diaper for the rest of his/her life because of this.
- Kidney damage
- Irregular heartbeat
- Severe electrolyte imbalance. This can cause instant death at any time, and was responsible for the death of Melissa Booth, a bulimic who died from a heart attack. The coroner contributes her death to her abuse of laxatives, along with her obsession with magazines.


http://voices.yahoo.com/laxative-abu...ou-671714.html

I think she was trying to be funny, Prax.

[n david]

Originally Posted by Sasha

If you like chocolate, you can eat as many Ex-Lax bars as you want.

Originally Posted by Praxeas

Why misuse can lead to death
Although the problem is less serious for bulking agents such as Metamucil, misuse and abuse of laxatives can be damaging to your body. It causes numerous problems if misused, such as:
- Painful cramps
- Vomiting
- Increased constipation
- Dependence
- Lazy bowel syndrome, when your digestive system cannot produce a bowel movement without the aid of laxatives.
- Hemorrhoids
Misuse can easily turn into abuse and addiction, which leads to often fatal, irreversible consequences. These consequences are:
- Severe dehydration, which sometimes can lead to death.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Ulcerated bowel
- Edema, where the body retains extra fluid because of the constant loss of fluid from laxative abuse. This can be sometimes painful.
- Bloody stool
- Unpleasant odor
- Fainting and dizziness
- Loss of vital minerals
- Muscle cramps and spasms
- Permanent inability to expel or control bowel stools. Some people must wear a diaper for the rest of his/her life because of this.
- Kidney damage
- Irregular heartbeat
- Severe electrolyte imbalance. This can cause instant death at any time, and was responsible for the death of Melissa Booth, a bulimic who died from a heart attack. The coroner contributes her death to her abuse of laxatives, along with her obsession with magazines.

http://voices.yahoo.com/laxative-abu...ou-671714.html

Ya think!?

[RandyWayne]

I had a pulled-pork Memphis BBQ sandwich from Burger King for lunch.

That's all I've had so far today.

[Amanah]

If you are a female, I'd recommend eating around 1500 calories/day which will eventually (over time) result in a body weight of approximately 140 lbs. This is a reasonable weight for an average sized woman.

I also recommend eating a diet of mostly lean protein and vegetables.

to burn fat, I'd recommend walking 2 to 5 miles per day. Along with burning fat, walking will strengthen your legs, which will increase your ability to burn fat & calories.