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Specialties:
- Nutrition & Dietetics
Affiliation:
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
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What eating strategies can help me lose weight?
In order to lose weight, it is important that you are burning more calories than you are consuming each day. Think of your calories as a bank account. If you make even small deposits in the bank an...
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Why do diets fail?
The problem with dieting is that it is usually unrealistic to maintain diet restrictions long term. Many people are successful temporarily, but then realize that they do not want to follow this "di...
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Is diet or exercise more important for weight loss?
Although focusing on at least one of these lifestyles is better than completely throwing caution to the wind, you will never reach optimal condition without devoting yourself to a healthy lifestyle...
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How can a dietitian help me lose weight?
A Registered Dietitian has the knowledge to help you estimate your calorie needs based on your lifestyle and exercise levels. While fad diets may work for some people temporarily, they are usually ...
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What are healthy cooking options?
Here are some tips for healthier cooking: The method matters. Avoiding frying anything. Anything that you can cook in water (i.e. boiling) is going to save you calories that you might have to u...
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How can I adopt healthy eating habits?
It takes time to develop a habit. If you start slow and focus on one or two goals at a time, you will be more likely to be successful in creating lifestyle changes instead of temporary habits. Here...
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How can I encourage my overweight teen to lose weight?
The most effective first step would be to encourage exercise. I'm not sure the age of your son, but if he still gets involved in family activities then I would make this a regular habit. Maybe ask ...
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What are some healthy eating habits for an overweight child?
Healthy eating is a lifestyle that should be developed at a young age. It is important to remember that parents or caretakers are usually the biggest role models for their children. They need the e...
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How is lactose intolerance treated?
The treatment of lactose intorlerance depends on the severity of your symptoms and which foods actually trigger those symptoms. Most people discover their lactose intolerance when consuming milk. H...
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