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Is swallowing gum really bad for you, and is it true or myth that it takes...
Is swallowing gum really bad for you, and is it true or myth that it takes years to digest? – Christoph L. Swallowing gum isn’t harmful except in rare instances. Combine a lot with sunflower seed...
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What should I eat to gain more muscle and weight?
Hi! I have been a member of LA fitness for the past 2 years; I am 6 feet and 177 lbs and 33 years old. I am trying to gain about 13 lbs. of muscle weight but it’s been harder to put on weight then I...
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Does drinking soda cause kidney stones? If not, what does?
Does drinking soda cause kidney stones? If not, what does? – Stan Well, there is no direct cause and effect established between soda and kidney stones. That said, colas containing phosphoric acid...
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How many cookies can I eat following 30 minutes of cardio and not gain weight?
How many cookies can I eat following 30 minutes of cardio and not gain weight? – Holly Not knowing anything about you, I can only give you a rough idea… If all your other food, beverage, exercise,...
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If I stopped drinking soda would that make a big change in my ability to lose...
I’m at 8.7 body fat and most my fat is on my stomach and face. If I stopped drinking soda would that make a big change in those two areas? I drink 2-3 sodas a day. – Chris G. Hi Chris. It’s unclear...
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3 Questions You Constantly Get Different Answers to…ANSWERED by Our Dietitian
I have a few questions about eating that everyone has answered differently on the internet so I can’t decide what to do. Firstly, what you recommend as a snack before a workout? Also would you...
View ArticleThis is Your Body on an Alcohol Binge
Debbie J., MS, RD contributed this article – It seems that many people tend to overlook the ramifications of consuming large quantities of alcohol. In addition to the many major safety issues it can...
View Article“Do vegetables retain their nutrients if you bake or boil them?”
I’ve always been told that boiling vegetables too long causes the vegetables to lose their nutrients. So I started baking my vegetables. So my question is, do the vegetables retain their nutrients...
View Article“How many calories should I be eating if I need to lose 100 pounds?”
Hi, I’m Barbara and I just joined LA Fitness today and signed up for a personal trainer for the next 12 months. I am 5′ 6″ and weigh 296 pounds. I seriously want to get as close to 100 pounds off...
View Article“I work out and track my food intake with an online tracker but haven’t lost...
I am a 69 year-old woman, 5’6″ and weigh about 160 pounds. I have been trying to lose 10 pounds for about three months with no noticeable change. I work out about 4 times a week and I eat about 1500...
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