Topic: Nutrition & Fitness
I always drink a cup of coffee every day in the morning, even at 13 years old. About 10-20 minutes later, I always get cramps and have to go to the bathroom repeatedly. Is that normal?
Updated 18 May 2020 under Ask Us.Great question! Coffee is a natural diuretic (makes you have to pee), and for many people it also has a laxative effect (makes you have to poop). This is partly […]
Read more »I’m not a vegetarian. I eat chicken rarely, and I sometimes drink milk, but I don’t have any other source of protein. How do I get protein in my diet?
Updated 18 June 2020 under Ask Us.Great question! Protein is really important to eat because it helps build bones and muscles. It acts as a building block for enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals that are […]
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I am in anorexia recovery right now. I am scared that I am going to lose control and gain too much weight because of my metabolism and not eating anything. Will my metabolism speed up and burn enough calories as I recover?
Updated 22 June 2020 under Ask Us.Thank you for asking this question. When anyone restricts food intake for an extended period of time, the body’s metabolism responds by slowing down because the body needs to conserve […]
Read more »How safe is it to jog in the dark?
Updated 19 June 2020 under Ask Us.It is great that you are interested in jogging and want to learn about how to run safely. Jogging has many positive benefits on physical and mental health. Running outside […]
Read more »How safe is it to eat raw or undercooked animal products?
Updated 10 July 2020 under Ask Us.On restaurant menus, there is usually a disclaimer at the bottom that states “consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.” […]
Read more »How can I stay motivated to eat healthily and the right way for PCOS? Sometimes I feel restricted and just want to eat whatever I want and then my body fights back. I am not sure how to change my mindset around food and eating for PCOS. Please help!
Updated 14 September 2020 under Ask Us.Great question! It sounds like you’re aware that your body feels better when you are making healthier choices which is good motivation right there. However, the more restricted you feel […]
Read more »I have been fat since childhood. I think I might have an eating disorder. I feel guilty after eating my meal, and then weigh myself like 100 times in an hour. I want to lose about 10 kg. What is your advice?
Updated 17 September 2020 under Ask Us.It sounds like you could benefit from meeting with a qualified mental health provider to discuss the feelings of guilt you have around eating as well as working to improve […]
Read more »Talking to your Teen about Weight in a Healthy Way
Updated 2 July 2020 under For Parents.What is weight stigma? Weight stigma is treating or perceiving a person in a negative way because of their weight, body shape, or size. It can be experienced by people […]
Read more »Is it normal to weigh 95 pounds (43 kilograms) at 17 years old?
Updated 29 October 2020 under Ask Us.Weight is like any other personal feature- it’s different for every individual. There is no “normal” that fits everyone! Rather, it’s important to understand what’s normal for you. There are […]
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I am soy intolerant. Normally I like finding a new food I can eat, but recently all I notice is that it isn’t the brand of food everyone else eats. I just want to eat normal food. Do I have a mental problem about my intolerance?
Updated 2 November 2020 under Ask Us.Paying attention to your food intolerance should not be a cause for concern. It will likely always be tough not to be able to eat the same foods as everyone […]
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