What foods should we eat before and after exercising?
We were wondering what foods we should eat before and after exercising?
A variety of the 6 food groups from the My Plate would be OK to eat 2 to 4 hours before exercising. High fat or high sugar foods would not be recommended nor would a large meal be a good idea. A mixed...
Could you please tell me how many calories are in one teaspoon of sugar?
Could you please tell me how many calories are in one teaspoon of sugar? Many thanks.
In one level teaspoon of sugar has 16 calories and 4 grams of carbohydrate. One rounded teaspoon has 1 1/2 teaspoons and 24 calories with 6 grams of carbohydrate. Depends on how you measure one teaspoon i.e. measuring spoon...
Is there software that will convert recipes into the dietary exchanges so that I can modify recipes?
My wife would like to follow the Weight Watchers Program which she has used before. She claims it is the only program that will work for her. I enjoy preparing our meals and would like her to feel comfortable eating what I prepare. Is there software out there that will convert regular recipes into...
I am a very active man in his 20’s yet I’m having trouble with the fat on my sides.
I am a very active man in his 20's yet I'm having trouble with the fat on my sides. I must admit I'm not that careful with my dieting, but I'm not entirely careless. I have been running lately and it seems that helps with burning the fat. I feel like I could lose...
Are there specific foods that I can improve to get my metabolism going again?
I was wondering if you had any nutrition tips as far as what a good balance of food choices would be.
I am a 41-year-old female and take testosterone injections every 3 weeks to maintain balance. I have high blood pressure for which I take medication and currently weigh 223 pounds. I have lost weight...
What do you think about the Herbalife Slim and Trim weight control program?
What do you think about the Herbalife Slim and Trim weight control program? It claims to do a lot of things and I don't believe most of what they say. But how is someone who isn't a nutritionist? to know? I've sent you a copy to see what you think.
Your gut instinct to not...
I feel your suggestion of consulting a dietitian for sound advice is not the only recourse.
Your comments on weight loss give much advice. I feel your suggestion, however, of consulting a dietitian for sound advice, is not the only recourse. There are many articles by nutritionists to rely on.
The Herbal Life Plan is one such alternative and people may tend to shy away from even looking at any of...
Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who want to lose weight?
Where can I find a dietitian who works with people who want to lose weight?
The Weight Management practice group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics specializes in working with people who want to lose weight and keep it off. You can find a dietitian at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Include your...
How many grams of carbohydrate are in a glass of orange juice?
I can lose weight on a low carbohydrate diet. I count grams of carbohydrates and usually aim for around 50. I only need to lose 15 pounds. Can you tell me how many grams of carbohydrate are in a glass of orange juice? Some lists say 1/2 cup contains 12 grams of carbohydrate and...
I would like to use the Healthy Body Calculator to attain a normal weight.
I really would like to use the Healthy Body Calculator® and get some feedback to help me attain a normal weight. Being 5 feet 5 inches and 110 pounds I am pretty sure that this is not a normal weight to have. I am also somewhat anorexic. For example, if you put a large...