Sunday, May 13, 2012

Pray It Off 05/10/12 - Guest Speaker - Local Doctor Answers Weight Loss Questions




Do any weight loss supplements work? Are they safe? Is it okay to take a “diet pill” when trying to lose weight if you are following a program, for a little help? What “diet pills” are recommended?

Why do men lose weight faster than women?

Can you ward off cholesterol medicine with diet and exercise if your cholesterol is already high?

If a person has the shakes from low blood sugar, what healthy foods can they eat to counteract that quickly?

What in between meal snacks do your recommend if a person has low blood sugar?

How does one boost their metabolism?

What is your opinion on herbal supplements instead of thyroid medication?

What are the acceptable blood pressure readings now?

What is your opinion on gluten? A few nutritionists have said that gluten isn’t good for anyone, not just those with celiac disease. What do you think about it? 

 Many nutritionists recommend cleansings? Many people are using products to clean out their system then they slowly add foods to see if they have an adverse reaction to it. What is your opinion on this?

What can a person do who is trying very hard to lose weight, but are on some medications that have side effects of weight gain?

Do you think our bodies have a weight “set point” that is hard to get off of?

What if you’ve lost over 100 pounds but have been on a plateau for a long time and have seemingly tried everything – increasing exercise/limiting carbs? Any advice?

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