I have extremely dry, scaly skin. I'm only in my early 30s but my skin looks like someone in their 70s. Has anyone been in my shoes and tried a regimen or products that worked? Whether over-the-counter or prescription (I use Palmer's Cocoa-Butter now)? Diet (I don't currently drink a lot of water)? Exercise (I don't currently exercise)? Loofahs? Please help. I want to show more skin for the summer!

Hi,

I am in your shoes but since I have started using Arbonne's awaken sea salt shower scrub (the oil helps so much)
and the re9 body lotion my skin has never been better.

It's not cheap but to me not having snake skin, I am thrilled.

Also be careful not to use any products that contain mineral oil it hardens skin not softens it (most brands use this as its cheap) not good for you!!!

Good Luck…

Drink water.

I'm 13 years old and I really want to lose weight. It's not because of what other people say, but because I want to be healthier and feel good about myself. How can I lose weight fast?
Also, in the summer, I tend to snack a lot without even realizing it. Is there any way to help that?

Weight loss is an overall process and there are no magic answers. Pay no attention to weight loss supplements and pills and all the latest fads. You need to think about many factors but most of them are related to issues we've known about for a very long time. There are many sensible things you can do that will make a tremendous difference over the long term if you need to lose weight. It can be done in a healthy way. This is what has worked for me.

Keeping a food journal really does help. It will give you a much better sense of how much you are eating, and when, and why.

Make a few additional small changes – walk everywhere, always use stairs instead of elevators, walk on escalators, get up and move around at least once an hour if your work or your life in general is sedentary, walk every day, use a pedometer. Walking 10,000 steps a day is a really good idea. Build up to a long brisk walk everyday, or most days. Be more active and watch less TV and spend less time on the computer. Buy one piece of exercise equipment to have at home and be strict with yourself about using it. Sometimes you can find mini-steppers or exercise bikes at second hand stores and thrift stores for just a few dollars.

Start a weight lifting routine. Join a gym. Possibly you can find one that has someone who specializes in weight lifting programs for beginners. Weight lifting will increase your metabolism as well as improve posture and appearance overall. Even if you can't get to the gym you can work out at home using things around the house. Invest in a good weight training book. The Dummies series actually has a good one.

In terms of diet, cut out or reduce things like junk food, pop, fat, fast food. Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, fish. Particularly if you choose a vegetarian lifestyle include natural peanut butter, hummus, dried fruit and nuts. Pay close attention to getting the nutrients your body needs to be healthy.

Make your portion sizes smaller. Use a smaller plate – in our society we have become accustomed to thinking that we need a large plate of food at every meal, and we don't. About quarter of your plate of food should be protein and at least half of it should be veggies.

Learn to count calories. At your current weight and activity level, you may possibly need about 2000 calories or more to maintain your current weight. So you will lose weight at a reasonable and healthy rate if you cut back to about 1600 or 1700 calories a day.

Eat small amounts frequently, rather than three large meals. Never skip breakfast. Include some protein in your breakfast. It will help get you through the day.

Drink plenty of water, at least 8 big glasses of water a day, and more if it is very hot, if you sweat a lot, or if you are exercising intensely, and eliminate fruit juices. Fruit juices have too many calories, so get your vitamins from fresh fruit, not the juice. You will begin to see changes in your body.

Vary your routines. Don't eat the same number of calories every day (vary your calories from 1400 a day to 1900 or 2000 some days), eat a variety of foods, and do different kinds and amounts of exercise. You will lose weight much more efficiently if you mix things up from time to time so that your body doesn't adjust to any one routine.

An area that many people overlook is getting enough sleep. You are much more likely to overeat or to binge eat if you are tired and not well rested, so get enough sleep.

Check out websites about nutrition, exercise, weight training, etc. Here are a few helpful links.

http://www.nutrawatch.com/

http://www.caloriesperhour.com/

http://www.helpguide.org/life/healthy_eating_diet.htm

http://www.wikihow.com/Lose-Weight-the-Healthy-Way

http://weightloss.about.com/cs/fitness/a/aa011503a.htm

http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/no-weight-workout?page=4

I am 16 and gained a lot of weight in the last year because I have been really sick. I used to eat really healthy and run but recently (from being sick) I have become really lazy. I really want to lose weight and tone up in the healthy way. Every time I make a diet plan, I CAN'T stick to it! I also am always hungry so portion control is really hard. (I am on a med with that side effect)

Hey Lauren,

Losing weight is a constant struggle, and something that I have been fighting with for the better part of my life. I was overweight as I child, and always thought I would grow out of it.

But I kept getting bigger and bigger as I got older. I blamed it on everything. I tried all the fad diets and none of them ever did me any good. I was always left dissapointed in the results.

I am a huge oprah addict, and one day she was talking with Dr. Oz about the powers of acai berry for Fast weight loss. They were talking about how all of the celebrities are now using it to lose weight quickly for their movie roles.

The only downside is that it works very well, and can be quite expensive. That is because it Works.

But being the thrifty person that I am. I managed to find a website on google that gives a free 30 day free trial.

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After I ordered it, it came within 3 days. I have only been taking it for about 2 months now, but have already lost 47 pounds.

I have never felt better in my life. My energy level is through the roof. I look and feel better about my life. And everyone I know is constantly complementing me on how good I look and asking how I did it.

Get your free trial below:

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Good Luck!

hi im 15 and im EXTREMELY athletic. i do about 3-4 hours of intensive fencing/excersise each day. i am 6'1" and 200 pounds. my goal is to be 170-175. any diet plans ? tips? sites?

phetamine diet pills ive been on them 4 16 days and ive lost 8lb

I feel more better when I drink diet coke. I drink the caffine free kind. I like it better but I will drink the caffine one if there isnt caffine free. I feel more full than I usually am by drinking diet pepsi. Could this make an effect on my weight?

no. studies show diet drinks actually make you hungrier. Plus, the safety of artifical sweetners are still in question.

Some people focus so hard on 'dropping pounds" that they forget the motivation is supposed to be health. the best thing to drink to loose wieght is water. Always has been.

I've decided to take a 4 month long diet challenge to see how much weight I can lose my August4th (my brithday)
Is there any way I can boost my metabolism naturally (fruit veggies so on) without costly pills and gross diet shakes?
Any other tips on weight loss (again no pills or shakes) are totally welcome.
Thanks!

I'm 16 by the way and havent been eating right. I'm trying to change that now.

Any diet pill or tea add will be ignored

A diet low in (or free of) starch and sugar will definitely boost metabolism. In fact, you can consume about 300 calories more per day while eating this type of diet.

I am on a low carb/fat diet and do cardio exercise and walking 5 times a week, but i heard that HYDROXYCUT hardcore could help me get results faster, but its not like i only depend on the pill, since my METABOLISM is kinda low, i wanted to use this pill to help me lose the extra pounds ( 30 lbs ) by april. I lose wait realllllllllllly slowww…i mean it, i have been to a doctor and since im not OBESE he didnt give me any medecine …so..:D

Hell yes, this stuff is awesome. I like it because it cranks you up. I am not not saying you'll become superman but the stuff really works. Of course will proper diet and plenty of hardcore cardio. Good luck Dawg!

Last year I did the low carb diet and lost like 10+ pounds. This year when I started dieting again, low carb did not work–I have lost nothing and I think Im getting fatter in my legs and stomach. Someone told me to try low fat? Any advice on which is actually better.

Any healthy low calorie diet which combined diet and vigorous exercise. It isn't gender dependent- it's a simple input and output balance.

What is a fast way to lose weight, without taking sports, and without just drinking water?
How can I lose weight fast, without taking any pills or drugs?
I'm concerned about my health. I'm very unhealthy and overweight. Its not so much what my body looks like, but more of how I feel and how my health is，and if I'm going to keep myself from getting it, I need to lose weight.
Is there a fast way to lose weight?

Weight loss is an overall process and there are no magic answers. Pay no attention to weight loss supplements and pills and all the latest fads. You need to think about many factors but most of them are related to issues we've known about for a very long time. There are many sensible things you can do that will make a tremendous difference over the long term if you need to lose weight. It can be done in a healthy way. This is what has worked for me.

Keeping a food journal really does help. It will give you a much better sense of how much you are eating, and when, and why.

Make a few additional small changes – walk everywhere, always use stairs instead of elevators, walk on escalators, get up and move around at least once an hour if your work or your life in general is sedentary, walk every day, use a pedometer. Walking 10,000 steps a day is a really good idea. Build up to a long brisk walk everyday, or most days. Be more active and watch less TV and spend less time on the computer. Buy one piece of exercise equipment to have at home and be strict with yourself about using it. Sometimes you can find mini-steppers or exercise bikes at second hand stores and thrift stores for just a few dollars.

Start a weight lifting routine. Join a gym. Possibly you can find one that has someone who specializes in weight lifting programs for beginners. Weight lifting will increase your metabolism as well as improve posture and appearance overall. Even if you can't get to the gym you can work out at home using things around the house. Invest in a good weight training book. The Dummies series actually has a good one.

In terms of diet, cut out or reduce things like junk food, pop, fat, fast food. Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, fish. Particularly if you choose a vegetarian lifestyle include natural peanut butter, hummus, dried fruit and nuts. Pay close attention to getting the nutrients your body needs to be healthy.

Make your portion sizes smaller. Use a smaller plate – in our society we have become accustomed to thinking that we need a large plate of food at every meal, and we don't. About quarter of your plate of food should be protein and at least half of it should be veggies.

Learn to count calories. At your current weight and activity level, you may possibly need about 2000 calories or more to maintain your current weight. So you will lose weight at a reasonable and healthy rate if you cut back to about 1600 or 1700 calories a day.

Eat small amounts frequently, rather than three large meals. Never skip breakfast. Include some protein in your breakfast. It will help get you through the day.

Drink plenty of water, at least 8 big glasses of water a day, and more if it is very hot, if you sweat a lot, or if you are exercising intensely, and eliminate fruit juices. Fruit juices have too many calories, so get your vitamins from fresh fruit, not the juice. You will begin to see changes in your body.

Vary your routines. Don't eat the same number of calories every day (vary your calories from 1400 a day to 1900 or 2000 some days), eat a variety of foods, and do different kinds and amounts of exercise. You will lose weight much more efficiently if you mix things up from time to time so that your body doesn't adjust to any one routine.

An area that many people overlook is getting enough sleep. You are much more likely to overeat or to binge eat if you are tired and not well rested, so get enough sleep.

Check out websites about nutrition, exercise, weight training, etc. Here are a few helpful links.

http://www.nutrawatch.com/

http://www.caloriesperhour.com/

http://www.helpguide.org/life/healthy_eating_diet.htm

http://www.wikihow.com/Lose-Weight-the-Healthy-Way

http://weightloss.about.com/cs/fitness/a/aa011503a.htm

http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/no-weight-workout?page=4

How can I lose weight without sacrificing muscle mass or strength?
Im 5ft and 10 in and weight around 220. I want to lose atleast 35-40 lbs of pure body fat. But I've heard that when you lose weight you also lose muscle mass and strength? Is this true? So how can I prevent myself from losing the mass of my muscle and strength while losing the fat. Any diets could help

Blood is magical. Blood is mystical. Blood is alchemical.it provides a keystone for humanity–a looking-glass
through which we can trace the faint tracks of our journey.

First check out what is your blood group and what diet is good for your health .

Inorder to Lose Weight eat 5 Small meals every 2 hours a day .
Inorder to Gain Weight eat 5 Big meal every 2 hours a day.

Basically there are 3 types of Diet

+ —– HIGHLY BENEFICIAL, FOOD ACTS LIKE MEDICINE
O —– NEUTRAL FOOD
X —– AVOID, FOOD ACTS LIKE A POISON

Check out what diet helps lose or gain weight and what diet is really good to be healthy based on your blood group .

-Blood group O is for Old.- Type O.

http://www.diskovery.co.in/how_to_loose_weight__how_to_gain_weight

"FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN"
Sweetcorn
Kidney beans
Cabbage
Brussel sprout
Cauliflower

"FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS"
Liv 52
Euterpe Oleracea
Sea food
Iodized salt
Liver
Red meat
Spinach
Broccoli

-Blood group A is for Agrarian.-__ Type A.

http://www.diskovery.co.in/how_to_loose_weight__how_to_gain_weight

"FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN"
Meat
Dairy foods
Kidney beans
Lima beans
Wheat

"FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS"
Liv 52
Euterpe Oleracea
Vegetable oils
Soya foods
Vegetables
Pineapple

-Blood group B is for Balance.-__ Type B.

http://www.diskovery.co.in/how_to_loose_weight__how_to_gain_weight

"FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN"
Lentils
Sweetcorn
Peanuts
Sesame seeds
Buckwheat
Wheat

"FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS"
Liv 52
Euterpe Oleracea
Green vege
Meat
Lamb Liver
Eggs

__ Blood group Type AB.

http://www.diskovery.co.in/how_to_loose_weight__how_to_gain_weight

"FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN"
Red meat
Kidney beans
Seeds
Sweetcorn
Buckwheat

"FOODS ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS"
Liv 52
Euterpe Oleracea
Tofu
Seafood
Green vege
Dairy products
Alkaline fruits
Pineapples

Type O is the oldest; Type A evolved with the agrarian society; Type B
emerged as humans migrated north into colder, harsher territories; and Type AB was a
thoroughly modern adaptation, a result of the intermingling of disparate groups. This
evolutionary story relates directly to the dietary needs of each blood type today.

Along with diet Burn Calories Learn Dancing and Exercise with NINTENDO WII or SONY PS2 PS3
Check these games with Dance Mat

For WII

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=wii+dance+mat

for SONY PS2

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=ps2+dance+mat

For SONY PS3

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=ps3+dance+mat