Tuesday, June 13, 2006

How long should it take me to lose 28lbs? (2 stone)? -

I m 5 3 (160cm) and weigh 139lbs (9st 13lbs). What is a healthy rate at which I should lose 2stone/28lbs? How long should it take?I struggle with healthy eating and often have disordered eating, so I am determined to lose this weight in a healthy way! :-)Any hints or tips for healthy weight loss are gratefully received!Thank you,

7st 13 is underweight for your height. You should lose a stone in approx 10-12 weeks and review then if you need to lose another stone. Aim for 2lb for the first two-three weeks and then aim for 1lb loss per week which is ample for your present height and weight.

Im a former bulimic (ya i know) but im recovered now and very healthyHere s sum simple tips besides the obvious of pills, exercises and eating healthyI used to eat from paper plates/napkins to absorbs any extra oils or fatstake a multivitamin, to make sure you ain t missing out on Essential nutrientseat plenty of chili as it increases your metabolismGive yourself treats as rewards eg a facialwater before meals to fill youdrink iced water as ur body uses Cal s to warm it upeating celery burns more cals, dan whats in d actual celery stickEat small portions regularyEat from a small plate, wit a small spoon, and put in down between mouthfuls, and not in front of the tv, tricks your mind you ve eaten loadsGood Luck and remember be healthy!

TRY THIS, and stick to it.the first 3-4 weeks are the hardest until your boy adjusts to the change.Results will be in about the same timeFruits and VeggiesEat more plants and keep away from stuff that was made in plants.don t eat anything that comes in a can, box or package...THEY HAVE ADDITIVES IN THEM THAT MAKE YOU ADDICTED TO THE FOODIf man made it, don t eat itStay away from FAST FOODWalk your dog, or walk a friends dogDon t think of it as a diet, but think of it as a lifestyle changeI have lost 25.5 pounds in 2 months, drink lots of water. I usually eat a meal of what ever I want once a week....controlled portion....this really works.........Write down every thing you eatTake a multi vitamin at night

To lose 28 lbs safely around 14 weeks.You are really aiming to be underweight which isn t very wise.Your BMI at present is just within the normal range.Just eat sensibly and take exercise but to aim to lose 2 stone is not a good idea. Couldn t you compromise with 14lbs?

This is a FOOD TIP: The best thing to do is that when you go grocery shopping,you should always check the ingredients,the sodium and all that stuff.You should always watch your DIET.

Just adding to Happy s answer, water at least 10 8oz glasses a day.