Question 1

can regular enema help in weight loss?

Accepted Answer

No, not the way to: Go. To lose weight insure that calories burned exceed calories consumed. Drink at least 8  - 8 ounce glasses of water per day.  Aim for at least 5 servings of vegetables and 4 servings of fruit per day. Use whole grain when possible. Avoid sodas, alcohol & junk carbohydrates. Get in a good mix of aerobic & weight lifting exercises.

Question 2

can i lose weight using enema?

Accepted Answer

No: No, this would not be a good or healthy method of weight control.  You might clean out some stool, but in the long run this does not weigh much.  Best to work with your doctor on a long-term healthy food and exercise plan.  Nutritionists and trainers can help you also.

Question 3

can i lose weight using enemas?

Accepted Answer

Weight Loss: Nope. Not in any way.

Question 4

what s the best exercise for weight loss on the stomach and back area?

Accepted Answer

Some exercises help: To help the tummy look flatter, one can do exercises to build very strong abdominal muscles. It will take a lot of work, and will burn off calories. One must not eat more calories than she burns off, or she cannot lose weight. Helpful weight loss foods are natural foods that take time to chew but contain few calories. Avoid sugars and simple carbohydrates, to help prevent "central obesity."

Question 5

ever since i stopped drinking all caffeine i've had s hard time continuing to lose weight. does caffeine really help with weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Caffeine and wt loss: Caffeine does increase metabolism. That is why it is an ingredient in a lot of weight loss supplements. It can increase heart rate and blood pressure.

Question 6

what s the best diet for weight loss longterm?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle: Study after study shows that short-term diets are not effective in maintaining weight loss. What you need is lifestyle changes and eat in a healthy way from now on. Fewer carbohydrates and fats along with increased reliance on vegetables will be very helpful. Activity is also important so a regular exercise program is recommended. Make healthy lifestyle changes and avoid the yo-yo dieting.

Question 7

is it safe to take tejocote root? i heard its good for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

: Tejocote root (mexican hawthorn) (manzanita) is a natural plant found in Mexico. There are 14 different types and there is no standardization to the products. There are claims about weight loss, but data suggests that it is merely a diuretic and a laxative. Taking too much Tejocote root may result in toxicity which may cause dysrhythmias and respiratory depression.

Question 8

are people using lipase inhibitors for weight loss in the u.s.?

Accepted Answer

No: Lipase inhibitors are not marketed in the United States, and are therefore not prescribed.

Question 9

quick weight loss?

Accepted Answer

There is none: You must burn off 3500 calories that you don't ingest to lose one pound. That's the equivalent of waking 35 miles. Weight loss if very difficult, and can be achieved only by eating less and exercising more. There are no quick fixes and no magic. Don't believe what you see on tv or the internet. The only thing that will lose weight is your wallet.

Question 10

abnormal weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal weight loss: If intake has not decreased causes include: malabsorption (celiac for example), hyperthyroidism, diabetes, infection, cancer, addison's disease.

I recommend seeing your physician for a physical exam and appropriate follow up testing.

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