Question 1

can i use ketosis to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Bad idea.: No, that would be dangerous. Use lifestyle changes and healthy eating. More vegetables and fewer carbs.

Question 2

will you still lose weight on a very low calorie diet if you are not in ketosis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The danger of low calorie diet that is not balanced can cause essential muscle loss - puts your gut and heart in danger, can cause electrolyte imbalance and danger of creating gall stones - so do with caution and inform your pcp about your goal so he or she can work with you.

Question 3

been in ketosis to lose weight (>25 g carbs/day). lately my heart feels like it's pounding. heart rate/blood pressure are normal. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

How do you: know you are in ketosis? Ketones in the urine are concentrated and do not mean you are ketotic. You've probably getting dehydrated. Try eating a normal diet, but restricting calories if you're attempting to lose weight. You need a life-long program, there is no quick fix.

Question 4

tips for losing weight?

Accepted Answer

Food journal: Keep track of what you put in your mouth with a food journal and begin to eliminate foods with added sugars and fats.  Cut back your food intake while increasing your exercise levels - shoot for 30min/day.  Eat more fruit and vegetables.  Drink water before meals.  Don't skip meals, choose lean proteins and healthy carbs.  Try choosemyplate.Gov or sparkpeople.Com or many phone apps for tracking.

Question 5

eating more but losing weight?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: Eating more but losing weight can be the result of many things.  Are you increasing physical activity?  Are you eating more calories or more high quality food with fewer calories?  You should check with your doctor, diabetes can be associated with unintentional weight loss as well as several other medical problems.

Question 6

could i make losing weight easier?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Often it is about life choices and what you do to help yourself by the types of food you shop for and how much physical activity you are involved in. As well as deciding what your goals are. That often helps with weight loss. Maybe even having someone be your life coach.

Question 7

is lecthin good for losing weight?

Accepted Answer

No: You're throwing your money away on this supplement. Get with a reputable physician involved in holistic medicine and trust him/her.

Question 8

how shall i go about losing weight?

Accepted Answer

How to lose 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 9

why i'm not losing weight so easily?

Accepted Answer

It's not easy!: If it were easy to lose weight, the weight-loss industry would not be a multibillion-dollar industry. The only way that works is long-term changes in caloric intake and exercise. I tell my patients they should never try for more than a half pound of weight loss per week, and that maintenance of weight is a lifelong endeavor. Your doctor should be able to provide guidance. Good luck.

Question 10

any meds to assist in losing weight?

Accepted Answer

Meds for weight loss: There are a few medications for weight loss including some injectables such as Saxenda.  Other weight loss medications are phenteramine and phendametrazine.  These are stimulants and should be used with supervision. All weight loss requires some monitoring of diet and exercise programs. Consult with your PMD for more information.

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