Question 1

how much protein (grams) should a 5'10, 23 yr woman have for a healthy diet? wants to lose 15 pounds?

Accepted Answer

50 g per day: You need about 46-50 g of protein a day.  To lose weight you need to cut your daily calories to about 500 less than what you burn.  Also you must stay hydrated.  Good luck.

Question 2

i have gained 15 pounds in the last two month and are not to sure why! what is a good way to lose weight? and affective?

Accepted Answer

Calories: For every pound must burn or withhold 3600 calories.  Its all about calories in (eating) and calories out (exercise).

Question 3

is it possible to lose  20 pounds in two weeks?

Accepted Answer

You can't: Unless it's fluid. 20 pounds of fat is around 3500/cal/pound more than most of us burn in a day. So even if you ate nothing at all you might burn a pound a day.

Question 4

how can i lose 20 pounds in two weeks healthily?

Accepted Answer

It would be unlikely: To be healthy at that rate. Eat healthfully ; be physically active. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs of sleep / night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Calories burned must &gt; calories consumed.  Do both cardio ; weight training. You can mix ; match different kinds of physical exercise. This site determines calories burned for &gt; 100 activities:  http://www.Prohealth.Com/weightloss/tools/exercise/cfm.

Question 5

what to do if i'm 5'6" and female. i want to lose 30 pounds?

Accepted Answer

Losing weight: To lose weight insure that calories burned &gt; calories consumed. Drink at least 8  - 8 oz glasses of water per day. Try for 8 hours of sleep/night.  Aim for at least 5 servings of vegetables &amp; 4 servings of fruit per day. Use whole grain when possible. Avoid sodas, alcohol &amp; junk carbohydrates. Get in a good mix of aerobic &amp; weight lifting exercises.

Question 6

how to lose fifteen pounds safely in two months?

Accepted Answer

Don't do crash diet: With regular, medium-high intensity 5-6x/wk workout and a healthy/balanced diet along with setting a realistic, steady wt loss 1-2lb/wk max, you can accomplish this. Don't do crash diet because u will like regain it and some more later. Drink plenty of fluid, especially water, minimize junk foods/sweet drinks and you will succeed. Remember: staying healthy is a life-time committment. Good luck.

Question 7

how to lose approx 5 - 10 pounds in two week or a month or a month 1/2?

Accepted Answer

Consider goal of : losing 1/2 to 2 pounds per week. Eat healthfully &amp; be physically active. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs of sleep / night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Calories burned must &gt; calories consumed.  Do both cardio &amp; weight training. You can mix &amp; match different kinds of exercise.

Question 8

what kind of cleanse could i go on to lose 20+ pounds in a month or two?

Accepted Answer

None: There are no healthy, medically approved "cleanse" for weight loss or any other issue. Trying to lose 20+ pounds in a couple of months is not a good idea. You should aim for no more than a pound a week. Even that will require marked restriction in caloric intake and increase in physical activity. For good health: Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco or alcohol in any form.

Question 9

i am thirty female five two what my weight suppose to be like 125 pounds?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 125 pounds would be a good weight - middle of the normal range.

Question 10

lose fifteen pounds in four weeks and two days for vacation?

Accepted Answer

Diet & exercise: Make sure you exercise at least 90 minutes a day, don't skip meals, avoid soda, juice, dairy, alcohol and fried foods.  Eat a healthy well balanced diet! also water, organic vegetable broth, green leafy vegetables, natural pickles, apples are great to fill you up so you dont feel hungry and they are very low in calories.

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How to lose fifteen pounds safely in two months?

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