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Expert_badge Heather Reese

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Weighing In: How Can I Help My Overweight Child

Question: I am trying to find the right diet program for my 7-year-old granddaughter. She is overweight and I am worried about it. Can you give me any advice? Heather: Childhood overweight is an increasing problem all over the world. it is particularly concerning because overweight children are very likely to become overweight adults. It can... Read moreChevron
posted 09/24/2007, comment (1)|
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Should I Do a Different Workout Each Day?

Question: Is it bad to do the same workout every day? Dr. Tsai: First of all, you are to be commended if you are doing a workout every day. It is not necessarily bad to do the same thing daily. However, varying your exercise regimen has several advantages. Many people become bored and less motivated with the same workout. Changing your... Read moreChevron
posted 05/11/2007, comments (0)|
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Which Exercises Will Make Me Lose Weight?

Question: I lost weight by running and have recently switched to swimming. Now I can't keep the weight on! Are there certain exercises that are more effective at weight loss than others?   Dr. Tsai: Some exercises may be more effective in helping you lose weight than others. The difference may lie in the intensity of the activity. ... Read moreChevron
posted 05/11/2007, comments (0)|
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Help! I'm exercising and still not losing weight!

Question: I exercise 1/2 hour every morning on the elliptical and 1/2 hour on the treadmill yet my weight doesn't come down. What am I doing wrong? Dr. Tsai: First, you should congratulate yourself for exercising a total of 60 minutes every day! You are exercising your heart and other muscles. You are probably also reducing your fat... Read moreChevron
posted 04/11/2007, comments (7)|
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Finding a Balance

1) I eat right and exercise. How come I’m not losing weight? Weight is dependent on how many calories we eat compared to how many calories we burn. If you are eating a healthy diet and exercising with no change in weight, then you are in energy balance. While you may be eating right, you are taking in the same number of calories as you... Read moreChevron
posted 06/16/2006, comments (0)|
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