Best way to increase metabolism? -

Hey, I am 17 years old, 5 6, and I weigh 154 pounds. I m going to Europe in 45 days and I d like to lose 30 pounds by then. I m not going to crash diet or anything, I m going to exercise more and eat healthier and all that good stuff. I m also going to try to drink at least 70 ounces of water everyday. Is there something I can do, like in the morning, to kick-start my metabolism? Thanks. Also, any other weight loss tips would be great =].

take small multiple meals instead of few large ones, this would increase metabolism

Actually, the best way to speed up metabolism is to jog, not walk, not run, but simply jog. I learned this when I was getting my Bachlor s degree. =

Increase your lean muscle mass, probably by pumping some iron. 124 would be kinda light for that frame, and 30 pounds is too much for rapid weight loss.

Something that I read that was a pretty good tip is to try to have a big breakfast and then have lil meals throughout the day. After about 6 or 7 stop eat heavy carbs like bread and such. This way your metabolism is always working. I m trying this lil meal thing and I feel so much better not eating amounts of food all at once. If you think thats not going work I would try to make dinner your smallest meal of the day.

Metabolism is essentially the speed at which our body s motor is running. The speed at which our body burns calories is called the metabolic rate. It s how fast your motor is running when you re still in a reclined position or sleeping. About 60-75% of energy is expended by the body at rest in such activities.The metabolism is based on the number of calories we burn throughout the day. Our body constantly burns calories to keep us going whether we are eating, sleeping, cleaning etc. People with a lower percentage of body fat (i.e. muscular) have a higher metabolism than others that are less muscular because muscle uses more calories to maintain itself than fat. Some people have a slower metabolic rate and have a harder time staying slim. Younger persons have higher (faster) metabolism because of the increased activity of cells. A slow metabolism actually causes to store fat. The slower the metabolic rate, the greater the weight gains. How to build muscles to improve metabolism? What type of exercise is ideal that speed up metabolism so that you burn calories even at rest or sleep? There are simple exercises that speed up the metabolism.Causes for Low Metabolism* Fasting* A low calorie diet* Snacking throughout the day on high sugared foods (candy, colas,cakes, gum).* Eating or drinking too much sugar containing foods.* Lack of physical activity.* Underactive thyroid.Metabolism BoostersThere are some natural metabolism boosters (natural foods) that improves your metabolism. Do not take over the counter pills containing animal thyroid extract that claim to boost up metabolism. These products may have side effects as diarrhea, increased heart rate, excessive sweating, nervousness, tremors, bulging eyes, etc.How to Improve (Speed up) Metabolism* Do not skip any meals* Exercise daily* Build your muscles* Avoid alcohol, sugar, and fastings*Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily.*Eat foods with high nutrition values

I hear green tea will definitely boot your metabolism!

Good weight loss tips for a 19 year old girl that is borderline diabetic? -

i found out yesterday that i am borderline diabetic, my doctor said even 10-15 lbs might help. i have been working out and watching what i eat for months anyways because i know i am overweight. it just doesnt seem to be working. does anyone have any ideas?

find calorie/fitness calculator on the net, enter all your stats and it will tell you how many calories you need a day to maintain, take off 300-400cal off that number and thats how much you need to lose.eat 5-6 small meals a day (eat every 2-3 hours)5-8 servings of fruit and veggies a day8 glasses of waterhave complex carbs for breakfast - they give you energyhave lean meat (protein) for dinner - repairs musclecardio exercise 4-6 times a week for 30-50min, light weight trainingdont consume foods that are made of white flour (white bread, cakes, past etc.), sugar loaded foods (cookies, icecream, candy etc) and nothing fried, oily.ofcourse you can spoil yourself once in a while with a little treat:)

Eat Veggies, grilled skinless chicken breasts, and grilled fish.Cross training is really a great way to go.Sunday - Try running a mile then walking a mile. If you can t do the full mile running that is fine. Push as far as you can.Monday - Run .10 mile sprints 5 times. Cool down between each. Jog/speed walk .5 mile.Tuesday - Ride a stationary bike for 45 minutes. Then do 35 of each.Sit upsCrunchesBicycle Sit upsWednesday - Take off and let your body heal.Thursday - Run again. Same as Monday. Push as best you can.Friday - Weight Training. Work on your upper boddy and lower body.Saturday - Take off.

Exercise 30-60 minutes a day. And it doesn t have to be exercise like working out in the gym. Go outside and play soccer with a friend, ride your bike, take a walk with a friend, start out slow and work your way up. Eat 4 small meals a day instead of 3 big ones because then you will eat less in between and won t be as hungry, also you will eat less at meals. Make sure you are really eating healthy. Just because something says low fat or sugar free doesn t mean it s healthy. Head to the fruits and veggies aisle and pick out your foods there instead. A good way to find out what you need to eat, make a meal plan at mypyramid.com. Just get out there and get moving and it won t seem so hard to lose weight. (Oh and don t eat too much sugar :) )

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Aside from watching what you eat make sure eat small portions for night and the bigger portion of your meals during lunch. That way you can burn it throughout the day when you need it. Since you ll be sleeping at night don t really need much at night.also smaller portions more frequently is always sound advice.

I have a special day coming up in less then thirty days, any quick weight loss tips. i need to lose about 15? -

pounds. on top of execersisning is there anything on the market healthy to take that offer quick weight loss. Slimquick, hollywood diet, vinegar and cider, and pilates yoga what type should i do to tone

none of the weight loss pills are actually safe!!! my friends had some luck with hydroxycut if you really want to try it that way. But I say that is way to much weight to lose in way to short of time! You need to make sure your body is healthy or you can cause it other problems. Make sure you are eating right and excercising. I like Taebo. Just please rethink losing so much weight so fast it can be really bad for you.

Theres no quick fix and unfortunately it is all but impossible to lose 15 pounds in a month. You need to start a slow and steady life change including healthy eating, smaller portions and some exercise. You may get to see about 5 pounds by the end of the month but you should be committed to keeping a healthy lifestyle regardless of what event is coming up.

I don t think you CAN lose 15 in 30 days realistically. You can lose 5-7 maybe, depending on your age and metabolism, by cutting down on carbs esp white carbs, and eating more lean protein, fruit and veggies. And drink lots of water too! Oh, and exercise at least 30 minutes at least 3x a week.

Eat bunch of fruits for meats.

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slimquick and pilates and you will be there in no time!

It is unhealthy to lose more than several pounds a week. Losing 15 pounds in less than a month is not healthy weightloss. I would suggest focusing more on eating healthy, drinking lots of water, and exercising. Doing toning exercises will help you firm up, and will make you feel more confident for your event. Also, the more muscle you have, the more efficiently your body burns calories, even at rest. Good luck, and have a great time at your event!

Tons of water - even the week before - will trick your body not to store any extra water.

I would by the Atkins diet book and follow directions.

Try running 3 miles a day no more no less. Do at least 25 lunges a night before you go to sleep. Drink water any time you are thirsty from here until then. Eat fruit at least once a day. and don t over do it... You don t wan wear yourself down... Oh and if you need a tip for your hair too, try dr. miracles scalp treatment. As far as quick weight loss goes... drink a cup of pickle juice and eat once a day.... and if you get hungry again then drink another cup of pickle juice... do not eat more than once a day...

Don t use slimquick, its not a good pill. You ve only got 30 days, but I had found an article when I was looking that compared all the diet pills out there. Their number one was Zylorin, which I m taking and works great. I have not had any side effects. Go to www.zylorin.com to order a month s supply.For fast weight loss, do alot of cardio (like on the elyptical) and make sure you alternate between different muscle groups. (do arms one day, legs the next, abs the next)...etc. Building a small amount of muscle actually increases your metabolism naturally. For eating, i recommend 5 to 6 small meals a day. Have oatmeal or a small bowl of healthy cereal for breakfast, a 100 calorie snack mid morning, have a lean cuisine for lunch, another small snack mid afternoon, and a lean cuisine and maybe some fruit for dinner. don t eat after 8 pm either.I ve been dieting now for over two months and have lost 12 pounds and a pants size. My friend has been dieting the same period and has lost 18 pounds, doing the same as me, only I sometimes give in to cravings so I probably could have lost even more.

replace 2 meals with a bowl of speacil k then have a small dinner... 2-3 pounds per week

this is an easy one to answer, go in front of a police station, yell out at the top of your lungs, i need some bacon how about some pork from the (pig ) pen im sure you will get chased all over hell that how you loose weight fast. but dont get cought or you will serve 30 days and all that trouble of llosing weight was for nothing

Put on 4 sweaters and a jog for at least 1hr 3days a week also watch your diet.

Try hydroxy cut or Stacker three s, take one after each meal.no more than three a day..(Salads are good, don t forget the meat you need protein) Drink lots of water, and walk/or jog for thirty minutes a day, whatever you decide to do stay active...good luck!

don t use any product to lose weight fast,it s not healthy,and they usually cause many other health problems.So loosing weight fast with a product is not worthwhile when you ll have health problems after that

I need some hair/skin/weight loss tips.? -

Okay,I m trying to lose some weight with out making my life miserable like most diets do,I want my hair to be silky and smooth,and I want to get rid of the stretch marks on my skin.I have marks on my skin from when I got scars,and I couldn t stop myself from picking and scratching at them.I also seem to have some acne/pimples on my face.Could anyone tell me how I can fix some of these?Any help would be appreciated!

In order to achieve all of your goals listed, I would recommend doing the following:Focus on eating sufficient amounts of fruits and vegetables, low-fat dairy products, whole grains, lean meats, fish, poultry, nuts, seeds and legumes.Then supply your diet with the proper multi-vitamins for women.Vitamins essential for women:1. Vitamin A - Antioxidant that helps produce healthy sebum in the scalp.Food sources: Fish liver oil, meat, milk, cheese, eggs, spinach, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, apricots and peaches.2. Vitamin C - Antioxidant that helps maintain skin hair health.Food sources: Citrus fruits, strawberries, kiwi, cantaloupe, pineapple, tomatoes, green peppers, potatoes and dark green vegetables.3. Vitamin E - Antioxidant that enhances scalp circulation.Food sources: Cold-pressed vegetable oils, wheat germ oil, soybeans, raw seeds and nuts, dried beans, and leafy green vegetables.4. Biotin - Helps produce keratin, may prevent graying and hair loss.Food sources: Brewer s yeast, whole grains, egg yolks, liver, rice and milk.5. Inositol - Keeps hair follicles healthy at the cellular level.Food sources: Whole grains, brewer s yeast, liver and citrus fruits.6. Vitamin B3 - Promotes scalp circulation. Food sources: Brewer s yeast, wheat germ, fish, chicken, turkey and meat.7. Vitamin B5 - Prevents graying and hair loss.Food sources: Whole grain cereals, brewer s yeast, organ meats and egg yolks.8. Vitamin B6 - Prevents hair loss, helps create melanin, which gives hair its color.Food sources: Brewer s yeast, liver, whole grain cereals, vegetables, organ meats and egg yolk.9. Vitamin B12 - Prevents hair loss.Food sources: Chicken, fish, eggs and milk.Essential minerals for women:Calcium (essential for healthy hair growth), Chromium (helps prevent hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia both of which can cause hair loss), Copper (helps prevent hair loss as well as defects in hair color and structure), Iodine (helps regulate thyroid hormones and prevents dry hair and hair loss), Iron (prevents anemia and hair loss), Magnesium (works with calcium to promote healthy hair growth), Manganese (prevents slow hair growth), Potassium (regulates circulation and promotes healthy hair growth), Selenium (keeps skin and scalp supple and elastic), Silica (strengthens hair and prevents hair loss), Zinc (deficiency can lead to dry hair and oily skin)A high-quality multivitamin supplies the body with the proper amino acids, vitamins and minerals that you may not be receiving in your diet to help create beautiful hair. You will not only look better but also feel better.Let me know if this information was helpful! :)

If you want to lose weight, I wouldn t suggest a diet, I would suggest a healthy lifestyle. You may want to regulate how many calories you eat in one day by starting Weight Watchers. If you don t want to go to the hassle or are unable to pay for something like that, you can always try the website caloriecount.about.com, which uses the same idea of counting calories, but is free. Furthermore, try incorporating an exercise routine into your schedule. Try going to the gym, starting a new sport at a community center or at school, or buying an exercise machine.To keep your hair silky and smooth, start by getting a hair cut to remove some of the damaged hair. From there, buy some hair products, like conditioning shampoo and leave-in conditioner, which will keep your hair super soft and smooth. Also be sure to have proper nutrition, or perhaps look into taking a multivitamin. Your hair needs vitamins and minerals to stay healthy.Be sure to wash your face properly with a cleanser in the morning and before you go to bed. Stay away from oily and sweet foods like chocolate and chips, and also drink lots of water. If you keep getting pimples after that, buy an acne treatment that has salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide.Good luck!

First off get your diet in check! Eat more veggies, drink more water, cut out sweets and processed junk in your diet. Walk at least 15 minutes a day, exercise! A good healthy diet will result in a healthy mind, body and soul. Secondly try Bio Oil for stretch marks and acne scars or Revitol these work wonders on stretch marks (I should know, I tried them!), as for the acne issue I would recommend using Pro Active or some kind of organic facial cleanser. Keep your hands and hair away from your face! All those dirty oils cause acne, along with not changing your pillow case every two days ( you know how dirty those things get?), along with washing your face daily. A skin regimen is vital. Don t pick at your skin! It s the worst thing you can do. As for hair go to a hair stylist and have them give some advice on what you can do to make you hair work for you ie: cut, texture, length, products to use. Get a dermatoligst if you can to get your skin on track. Best of luck.

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diets don t work b/c once you stop it, you ll gain the weight back. a lifestyle change is better. don t go on a strict diet. figure out how many calories you should be eating for your gender/activity level (the more active you are, the more calories are needed to function). track your calories everyday in a journal or on sparkpeople.com. start working out and being active. you can t get rid of stretch marks. they will only fade over time, but there is no way to get rid of stretch marks. creams don t work. if they did, nobody would have stretch marks.see a dermatologist

Using cocoa butter on the stretch marks will reduce them. It worked on me very well. As for losing weight, just stay away from sugars and eat healthy and exersize. It always does the trick!I use herbal essances when I shampoo/condition my hair and it works so well.

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you can t get rid of stretch marks or scars. They will fade over time.

Just eat healthy don t starve yourself get the wii fit it really works :)