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drtanya3

What are some high-protein foods for someone looking to eat healthily?
I am trying to avoid animal sources

ecazeredo

What is/are the ideal breakfast for those that wake up at 5:40 am to go to the gym at 6 am and work out (weight lift) for 1h30?
I'm 45, 73kg, 168cm, male, BMI 25%.

RBnorth66

I have Celiac, DH and IBS. I can't eat any grains, dairy, seafood or nuts. How do I develop a diet that is good for me and help me lose weight?

bjsaltou2

I am 84 and would like to know some tips on exercise and how to perform them.

Coelys

I'm 41, F and currently weight 65 kg. Latino, living in Italy. I have ulcerative colitis (pancolitis), currently on stage 4 (so not remission yet). I also have Hashimoto disease, a hiatus hernia and diabetes type 2. Though I follow the same diet every week (same fixed dishes and snacks - I follow the Mediterranean diet and have 3 meals + 3 snacks) and I always keep below 1200 calories and I do yoga and at least 10 mins cardio almost every day, one week I might lose a whole kilo and a half, while another week I might gain the same amount or don't lose anything at all... now I've been going around 64-66 kg for two months and I'm not sure what to do... should I lower my calorie intake, or perhaps change my macro? Any suggestions are much appreciated! Thanks!

trail02

Female, 45yrs old. I have no idea how to bulk when I am on calorie deficit to lose my fats, especially around the waist. I do strength training at home and quite often I am able to hit my macros, especially protein. =(

cherylscott4

I am trying to find ways to help my self. On Feb. 12, 2022 I was take to the hospital because a blood clot went to my brain. I have blood clots in my heart, my lungs, and my legs. I have to take Eliquis 5 MG twice a day. I am eating a vegan diet and I am working out 20 minutes a day on a air walker and bike every other day. Is there anything else I can do to help get rid of these blood clots.

MELitzenberger

I’d like to add more legumes and beans to my weekly meal plan but I’ve noticed these make me gassy and my intestines gurgle uncomfortably. What options food-wise are there to counteract this problem?

wheeledwinger519

I've seen ads on FB from trainers discussing healthy foods that interfere with testosterone production. Of course they won't go further and say which foods unless you buy their programs. Are there foods that inhibit testosterone, and if so, which ones?

bjsaltou2

I just left a ? On exercise for 84yr old. I am on 1200 calories a day and need ideas for fiber and protein besides the exercise question. I do some walking but would like to get back into the gym. I am only 4'9" tall and weigh 154 and want to lose more as my doctors tell me I am obese. I used to weigh 220when I started my weight loss journey 3 years ago. Please help me solve my problem in any suggestions you can give me. Thank you for your help.

sunfirepromise

Is Couscous a refined grain or complex carb?

Nodakjan

I have recently been diagnosed with prediabetes and have read so many conflicting articles I'm not sure what's allowed and what isn't. I do know I need to lose 30-40 pounds. Can you recommend a program or website to follow so I can manage this?

mike123m

I've recently had my first two gout attacks.  Since having a heart stent placed in November, I have drastically changed my diet (substituting Quorn (mycoprotein) and Beyond Meat (pea protein), for meat products, among many other changes).  I'm told to reduce the foods that have high purines in them to reduce the risk of further gout attacks.  Do the two food products I've mentioned have high levels of purines?  I eat one or the other of these products every day.

Cathyb8488

Is full fat milk, yogurt and cheese better to eat than say 2% dairy when trying to lose weight?
and How do you know how many macros of protein fat and carbs is appropriate to shed pounds?

martyjharris

Hello, I am a type 1 diabetic and trying to follow and low carb high protein diet but unsure what calorie intake I need to be on, I am active with running and gym etc any help would be good

jsclady

My fitbit says I'm burning 500 extra calories a day over the amount of calories I consume but I'm not losing weight. Do fitbit grossly overstate the amount of calories burned?

jaw0229

I am 55 years old and have reduced caloric intake to approximately 1200-1400/day (Mediterranean diet most days) and exercise at least 30 minutes 3 - 4 /week. I am not losing weight. I am frustrated. I am post menopause and I don't want to believe that weight loss is not possible just because of my age. What can I do? What am I doing wrong? I've heard that exercise creates a stress hormone that actually works against weight loss. This doesn't sound right. Help please.

anehcar

Hi
I’d like some guidance
on how much protein I should aim to consume to lose weight. I’m not looking for a Leto dirt but am happy to do a high protein eating plan. I weigh 53kg, am 50 and do low intensity resistance exercise everyday

Also what should my calorie goal be?

janetcowan

I want to increase the fiber in my diet and am considering Metamucil with aspartame. My research shows aspartame has a lot of negative comments. Eating all natural fiber adds a lot of calories and carbs. Can I safely include Metamucil with aspartame?

mlwharriman

I’m working to reduce how many grams of added sugar I eat a day but not sure what the limit is. I eat 2-3 servings of fresh fruit a day. My understanding is the sugar in fresh fruit isn’t part of that calculation. I read labels but still confused sometimes about added sugars.
How many grams total of added sugar and naturally occurring sugar ( as in fruit) is considered acceptable for a healthy diet?

uncoolernie

Hey. I am 47yr old M with approx 30kgs to lose. Is interval weight loss - with month on (target of losing 500g p/w) followed by a month off (maintaining weight) a good idea? Is the bodies "weight set point" based in scientific fact and evidence or just a new "fad".
It sounds good, resonates with me and I am trying to follow a wholefood, plant based diet with very little sugar or processed food. It kind of fits with what ia doing anyway. TIA

diannep21547

Do you agree that each major meal should be 25-30 grams of protein?

bbbrannigan

As a male in early 50’s what tips would you have for proper nutrition for fueling workouts aimed at fat loss specifically belly fat.

johnthompson326

I’ve been sticking to a diet for about 3 weeks now, but I haven’t seen any progress, what is causing this? I track my calories, and I’m only eating between 1,800-2,100 a day which is under the target the app set for me.

wendynocek

I have been stuck at the same weight for 6 years now and want to lose 10 more pounds. No matter what I do my weight will not budge. Any suggestions to help or why I can’t lose any more weight?

cvanloan11585

Could you recommend a probiotic supplement for someone struggling with Gut health after antibiotics? If not a specific brand, could you suggest qualities to look for in a good probiotic supplement for someone trying to build up better gut health? Thank you!

sexyzena

Im a pestatarian, what foods can I eat to help with keeping my haemoglobin levels right, I give blood but have been unable to donate these last two times, due to it being too low.

kgrygo93

Do you have any suggestions for partners who have drastically different dietary and caloric needs who still want to eat together and live a healthy lifestyle?

JoddieTay17

Hi Stephanie!
In the last few months, I've changed my eating style to tofu/seafood/fruits/veggies and beans. I am so gassy! Especially the last few weeks. I've cut out processed plant products like Just Egg and Beyond Meat, yet the gas persists.

I just ordered some quinoa so will have some grains starting this week. I also eat a lot of Dave's Killer Bread (21 Grain). Though I struggle to hit my protein goals, I am always over on fiber. Could it be the fiber that is causing gassiness?

Beans = chickpeas and black beans
Seafood - smoked salmon, grilled tilapia, grilled shrimp
Veggies = bell peppers, cabbage, carrots, radishes, cucumbers, red onions, etc
Fruits = frozen: cherries, berries, mangoes and bananas. Fresh: Ambrosia apples and Bosc pears

THANK YOU for reading Stephanie!

ebonyrenegade98

What do you suggest for someone who can’t seem to lose the weight? I took my doctor’s advice, the advice of two dieticians, and my endocrinologist said my only option at this point is bariatric surgery. I try to eat as much protein and healthy carbs as I can, I eat at a 1000+ calorie deficit for my BMR (I started at -200 and increased with each month of no loss, so I eat about 1500 calories a day), and I want to give up.