Question 1

i'm on weight loss. i regularly exercise for 1.5hours and don't take faty foods. i have been suggested by trainer to take supplements. should i opt?

Accepted Answer

Weightlos supplement: During weight loss one follows a calorie restricted diet which is generally restricted in fat soluble vitamins and mineralsif diet is to be continued for more than a few weeks provision of supplements is a good idea.

Question 2

i am on abilify, (aripiprazole) i'd like to lose weight though.
is it best to exercise (on my cross-trainer - that is falling apart - but that's another story) in the morning or at night?

Accepted Answer

Abilify (aripiprazole) effects: I commend you for your desire to have good Health.
Abilify (aripiprazole) can increase weight, increase Blood Sugar, and alters in lipids.
See Physician for Diagnosis, have comprehensive Blood Chemistry done, discuss 
Balanced Diet 1500 Cal/day 
Exercise Program including cross-trainer.
Be disciplined, set small goals; feel good about your accomplishments.
See Psychiatrist for Therapy and monitoring Abilify (aripiprazole).

Question 3

4'11 weigh 180. which is safer adipex or  belviq (lorcaserin) for weight loss and to go along with a trainer and dietitian?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Both medication can have potential adverse effects.  Let a doctor check you and see if one of them is a good choice for you.

Question 4

my personal trainer told me to cut carbs including fruit to lose weight. i thought fruits would help with weight loss. do i cut them out of my diet?

Accepted Answer

Trainer's wrong: Eat a healthy well-balanced diet, just eat less than you burn off. There's no magic food. You don't want to restrict or increase any of the three: protein, carbohydrate or fat, as all have important functions. Personal trainers generally don't have any formal nutritional education; that's why their trainers, not dietitians. See a dietitian for more expert advice.

Question 5

my personal trainer told me to cut carbs including fruit to lose weight. i thought fruits would help with weight loss. is it true that i should cut it?

Accepted Answer

Trainer's wrong: Eat a healthy well-balanced diet, just eat less than you burn off. There's no magic food. You don't want to restrict or increase any of the three: protein, carbohydrate or fat, as all have important functions. Personal trainers generally don't have any formal nutritional education; that's why their trainers, not dietitians. See a dietitian for more expert advice.

Question 6

no matter what i do i cannot lose weight, all my labs are fine, no thyroid problems or nothing, i do exercise with a personal trainer, tried dash diet, fasting, low carb, everything! my calorie intake is not more than 1300. why i cannot lose weight?

Accepted Answer

: When someday someone figures out the answer to this question, she probably will get the Nobel Prize. Obesity and weight control are among the biggest and most daunting medical uncertainties. Increasing your physical activity (calories burned) may help, i.e. increased exercise. Speak with experienced doctors about specific diets. But don't feel guilty if it doesn't work. It's not your fault!

Question 7

is it effective to lose weight via elliptical trainer?

Accepted Answer

Yes with good diet: From an exercise perspective an elliptical trainer is an excellent opportunity for burning calories and enhancing cardiovascular fitness. Optimal weight loss will benefit from a diet that focuses on eating a health variety of lean protein, healthy fats, fresh fruits and vegetables, and restricting processed carbohydrates, refined sugar and high fructose corn syrup, .

Question 8

can i lose weight effectively using an elliptical trainer?

Accepted Answer

Watching your: Diet consistently would be more effective.

Question 9

hello,  is it enough to use elliptical trainer for 15 minutes twice a day to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Exercise and weight: Yes it is! along with caloric restriction. If you are still overeating the exercise will not do it alone.

Question 10

should i visit a dietitian in order to get a good eating plan for losing weight and gaining muscle at gym? or should i speak to a personal trainer?

Accepted Answer

Dietitian : The dietitan is specialized in this area, the personal trainer is not. To get better results I would recommend seeing a dietitan

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I'm on weight loss. i regularly exercise for 1.5hours and don't take faty foods. i have been suggested by trainer to take supplements. should i opt?

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I am on abilify, (aripiprazole) i'd like to lose weight though. is it best to exercise (on my cross-trainer - that is falling apart - but that's another story) in the morning or at night?

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4'11 weigh 180. which is safer adipex or belviq (lorcaserin) for weight loss and to go along with a trainer and dietitian?

A member asked:

My personal trainer told me to cut carbs including fruit to lose weight. i thought fruits would help with weight loss. do i cut them out of my diet?

A member asked:

My personal trainer told me to cut carbs including fruit to lose weight. i thought fruits would help with weight loss. is it true that i should cut it?

A member asked:

No matter what i do i cannot lose weight, all my labs are fine, no thyroid problems or nothing, i do exercise with a personal trainer, tried dash diet, fasting, low carb, everything! my calorie intake is not more than 1300. why i cannot lose weight?

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Is it effective to lose weight via elliptical trainer?

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Can i lose weight effectively using an elliptical trainer?

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Hello, is it enough to use elliptical trainer for 15 minutes twice a day to lose weight?

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Should i visit a dietitian in order to get a good eating plan for losing weight and gaining muscle at gym? or should i speak to a personal trainer?

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