 What is the healthy weight range for me? |
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=> what is the normal weight for girls 12 yrs
=> im 4'11 and i weigh 95p am i overweight i feel like im hungry but really im eating just because im board
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 Try our weight calculator to find your healthy weight range. This range will change as you grow taller and older. It also varies a little depending on whether you are a boy or girl. The weight calculator finds your BMI (body mass index) and determines where you fall on the BMI percentile chart for kids. You will fall into one of four categories:
• BMI 1st to 4th percentile: Underweight
• BMI 5th to 84th percentile: Healthy Weight
• BMI 85th to 94th percentile: Overweight
• BMI 95th to 100th percentile: Obese
Even if you are a healthy weight but find yourself eating when you are bored, be careful not to let this develop into a bad habit. Eating out of boredom is one of the top reasons overweight kids cite for comfort eating .
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| How do I lose weight? |
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=> what do i do from being over weight
=> hey im a 12 year old girl that weights 150 how can i lose weight i spend more time at school and when i get home i eat a lot plz help my lose weight
=> im 12 years old nd weigh 9 stone! all my friends are 5-6 stone!
every month i put on weight !please help.
=> im fifteen and im 5'1 and i way 152lb and i hate it i feel like i have no support at home because my mom is smaller then i am and i dont know how to loose weight 20 pounds would be great but i dont know how to do it..can you help me?
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Most people know that losing weight is a matter of eating less and exercising more. But why does it seem so hard for some people? Many people use food not just for hunger, but to also drown out bad feelings such as boredom and stress. Try keeping a journal for at least a week by writing down the feelings you experience before you eat. Identify times of the day that you seem to be eating for reasons besides hunger and then find fun activities to replace the pleasure food is giving you. Visit our Healthy Weight School to learn more.
The more support you have in your weight loss journey, the better! Finding a motivational mate helps many kids successfully work towards their goals. If you think you need help talking about your weight with your parents, click here . |
| Is it okay to lose weight quickly? |
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=> soo ive lost 3lbs in 3 days thats good right
=> How do i lose weight fast? Can you please tell me!
=> Lucy what should i do to lose 50 lb. off my body before my banquet
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Most health professionals recommend losing only 1-2 pounds (1/2 to 1 kg) per week as a safe rate of weight loss. Others recommend an even slower rate of 1 pound (1/2 kg) per month. Losing weight too quickly is not only dangerous for your health, but also makes it more likely you’ll regain this weight in the future since most of the fast weight reduction is due to a loss of water, not a loss of fat.
Many people put far too much emphasis on day-to-day weight fluctuation, which doesn’t represent real fat loss or gain. Since safe and effective weight loss takes time, try weighing yourself every few days or just once a week instead of every day. This will accomplish at least two things. First, you’ll be more realistic about your goals by focusing on the long term changes. And second, short term fluctuations in weight, which is often due to water gain or loss, will not be so distracting from your overall weight goal. Short term fluctuations in weight can be caused by such things as hormonal changes during periods, or eating extra salty meals.
Consult with your doctor for the rate of weight loss most appropriate for you. Then track your progress by signing up for our free weight chart. |
| Is starvation a good way to lose weight? |
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=> if every thing u think about is food and u r starving ur self the death then wat do you do cuz i am intrested of loosing weight i just got done exersising and my just now told me about this web site i weigh to much and i am tired of my own friends saying i am fat.
=> is it true that if u skip meals u will gain weight?
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If you are not taking in sufficient calories while you are trying to lose weight, then your body may think you are in a starvation mode and will slow down your metabolism, which in turn will make it harder for you to lose weight. This is a survival mechanism. Thus, effective and safe weight loss requires sufficient calories for the body to maintain its normal metabolism and realistic goals of no more than two pounds of weight loss per week. This Calorie Capers tip is a general guide to how many calories kids require at different ages and activity levels. Keep in mind that it is very difficult to accurately count calories. For some overweight kids, a more helpful strategy is to cut back a third to half of what they normally eat, or learning to eat when they feel true physical hunger and not eat for comfort.
Some type of physical activity is essential for successful weight loss, but it is very difficult to lose weight by only exercise or only food modifications. Identify changes that you can make in both of these categories. Start with small doable goals and as you reach them, set new goals. Take the Motivation March challenge to set some realistic goals for yourself this week!
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| Which foods cause weight gain? |
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=> What are the main tings that causes weight gain in a list
=> I want to know how I gain weight in a list what causes weight gain and the top 20 foods
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Most people gain weight because they over-eat high pleasure foods that contain lots of fat and/or sugar such as chips, pizza, donuts, etc. Which food(s) a particular person may overeat or become addicted to depends on the individual. For example, when kids were asked in This Month’s Poll to list their problem foods, the answers ranged from bread, "anything salty", to fast food, Pepsi, and donuts. All foods that the kids listed, however, qualified as high-pleasure foods.
If you find yourself eating these types of high-pleasure foods frequently, then you need to identify whether you are truly hungry or eating for the extra comfort these foods provide because you are bored, stressed, or trying to suppress some other negative feelings. These foods can provide a temporary feeling of comfort, but in the end will cause weight gain if used more than just to satisfy hunger. Weight gain is a result of the body taking in more calories than the body is burning. Why Do You Get Overweight? is part of our Healthy Weight School section. |
| How do I get started in losing weight? |
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=> I need some advice on choosing the right foods and exercising. Can you help?
=> I wake up, and head to my shower. I take off my clothes, and sigh. I look down, and I just see alot of fat. Everyday. I tried to work out, but I can only do a few pushups, and then I quit. a few situps and then I quit. I really don't know what to do. I'm 13 and I weigh about 140lbs. that's too much. Please help me, I'm tired of being fat.... :(
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Weight loss is best achieved through both diet changes and exercise. You can get a general idea of what foods contain a lot of calories by visiting our Food Bar on the home page. Once there, you can drag your mouse over different types of food such as yogurt, grapes, cookies, pizza, and others to see how many miles you would need to walk to work off those calories. For example, it takes about ten miles of walking to work off a double scoop ice cream cone. Thus, you can see that it would be hard to lose weight by increasing your exercise but not changing your eating habits. High calorie foods are okay as an occasional treat for most people, but if you find yourself eating certain high-pleasure foods daily such as donuts, pizza, chocolate bars, cake, cheeseburgers, milkshakes, etc., then you will have to make some lifestyle changes and start cutting out any of the high-pleasure foods that you frequently eat. This may take some extra willpower since you may be addicted to these foods and your body may feel like it is going through withdrawal symptoms for several weeks after you cut out a high pleasure food. Take it in small steps by picking one or two foods at a time to cut out of your diet. Check out Lucy’s Healthy Eating Tips page for more information on dealing with food addictions and choosing healthy foods.
Choosing the best exercises is best answered by you. Any activity that gets your heart pumping faster will work. Pick activities that you enjoy so that you’ll be more likely to do them most days of the week. Some people do well going to the gym and using the swimming pool or StairMaster regularly. Other people may prefer using exercise videos at home to guide them through aerobic movements. For many people, exercise is most fun when it doesn’t seem like exercise in itself, but just an activity such as jumping on the trampoline, walking the dog, gardening, or throwing snowballs or Frisbees. Some people do best with exercise when they have a friend or group engaged in the same activity such as playing tag, taking a hike together, or sledding. Visit Lucy’s Physical Activity Tips for more ideas. |
| I can't resist sweets! |
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=> im over wqait and i wont to get thiner how do i get thiner with out eating sweets bcs i cant stop eating sweets
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Sweets are high pleasure foods and if you find that you just can’t stop eating them, you may be addicted to them. When you reach for sweets, ask yourself if you are truly hungry because your stomach is growling, or if instead you are experiencing a craving, which is a desire for food simply to make you feel better because you are bored, had a bad day, or you are experiencing some other negative feelings. Eating extra sweets will temporarily make you feel better if you are addicted, but of course makes problems worse by causing weight gain. See if you can relate to the kids on this Comfort Eating board.
If there are certain sweets that you repeatedly reach for, try to pick one of those foods and eliminate it completely from your diet. You will have intense cravings for several weeks but over time these should go away. Then pick another sweet food that you seem to be addicted to and repeat the process. Getting rid of the temptations by removing these foods from your house should help. Let your parents know which foods you need help on eliminating. |
| How Do I Lose Weight? |
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=> How come all my friends can eat and eat but just stay skinny and how come when i eat and eat i just keep getting fatter and fatter?
Its really making me upset and i feel like crying because when i am out shopping with my friends they all get really nice clothes and i cant fit into them! Please help me lose weight!
=> After reading all the personal stories I want to do something about my self
=> Dear Lucy!!! im so sad becaus eim beyond fat!!!
i weight 160!! i really want to lose that weight but then i cant!! can u please help me lose weight i try everything its just that i cant lose my belly fat!! help!!
=> what do i do from being over weight
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On our Healthy Weight School web page, you will see a section titled How Do I Lose Weight. Overeating is like a bad habit for some people. Many people use food above and beyond simply satisfying hunger pains. They eat extra food for entertainment, out of boredom, or to comfort themselves in order to numb unpleasant feelings. Try to identify situations and reasons why you may be eating more than you need. Check out our weight control tips. Then set some doable goals in small steps and track your progress in the eCare Area.
For the most part, people in the healthy weight range eat in moderation and get regular exercise. There may be a few kids who have a higher metabolism than average and burn off calories more easily, although medical research has not proven this. Kids who are skinny just eat less or exercise more. They are able to resist cravings for food by doing distracting activities like sports or hobbies, and keeping junk food out of their house. Skinny kids also find other ways to deal with stress and sadness without using food for comfort, such as laughing and jokes, pets, hobbies, volunteer work, calling a friend, counseling, dancing, clubs, and non-competitive sports.
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| Set up your own Weight Chart |
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=> why don't you set up a calender for kids over weight for losing weight
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On the homepage, click on the eCare Area, and there you will find a place to sign up for your very own Weight Chart. You can select your weight goal and how many pounds you’d like to lose (maximum 2 pounds per week). Be sure to update your weight chart every week so that you can see your progress. Maintaining a weight chart is a great tool in helping to keep you motivated! |
| How do I get out of this vicious circle? |
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=> I'm 10 and I'm 283 lbs. I can't even walk that well anymore. The doctor says that my weight is life threatening. Everyday I become more and more unhealthy because I sit on the couch watching tv and eating kfc, mcdonalds, twinkies, cake, ice cream, and 1 pound chocolate bars filled with caramel. I can't help my eating issue. I'm homeschooled because I cannot walk with the other kids or run or play. I also have very low self asteme. I'm scared I'm going to die. I am literally gaining more weight each day. Please help and give me some tips.
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Your weight problem is a classic example of the "vicious circle" effect. Once someone gains excessive weight, this can easily lead to depression, social isolation, and lower self esteem. These negative feelings increase the desire to seek comfort in food. But this ultimately leads to more depression as your weight increases, which in turn makes it more difficult for you to move around and burn off calories. A strained relationship with your parents may also contribute to the vicious circle.
Your goal is to break this cycle by finding comfort in things other than food. Visit our Healthy Weight School. Ask your parents to help reduce temptations by getting rid of junk foods in the house. Also encourage your parents to visit the Parents Area of this site. Offer to go to the grocery store with them to help select some fruits and vegetables to take the place of the fast food. Keep your hands and mind busy when you are experiencing cravings. For example, some kids will squeeze their hands really tight during a craving until it passes. Other tricks like drinking a glass or two of water may work for you.
Write down some ideas for hobbies or pleasurable activities that can replace your emotional eating. Consider joining a club, signing up on our bulletin boards or chat to find social support. Once you get to the point where you feel comfortable walking around the block a few times, you might even consider a paper route to keep you motivated. Lucy's newspaper boy is also home-schooled and has a regular paper route that keeps him walking most days of the week. Signing up for your very own weight chart is another way to keep you motivated. We want you to succeed! |
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