Springfield, New Jersey (PRWEB) February 28, 2014
The FDAs proposed changes to nutrition labels will make it easier for bariatric surgery[1] and medical weight loss patients to make healthy decisions at the grocery store, say the doctors and dietitians at New Jersey Bariatric Center[2], a medical and surgical weight loss center that performs Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve and LAP-BAND procedures with offices in Springfield, Somerville and Hoboken, New Jersey.
One of the very first lessons we teach our weight loss surgery patients and our medical weight loss[3] patients is that they need to start thinking more critically about what they put into their bodies, says Dr. Ajay Goyal, medical director of New Jersey Bariatric Center. Making the labels easier to read is a good start but patients who are considering Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve or LAP-BAND surgery will still need to be educated on basic nutrition to put the information in the labels in perspective.
Nutrition labels have remained mostly unchanged since they were first required to be put on packaging, while health claims put in bold letters on the front of packaging have evolved, adding to the confusion among many consumers, says New Jersey Bariatric Center dietitian Meagan Butler, RD.
Gluten-free, low-fat, low-carbs, whole grains: Youll often see these plastered on boxes and bags and people think these terms mean the food they are buying is healthy when that may not be the case at all, says Butler. So turning that box or bag over and reading these new labels is important to make an informed decision.
Under the proposed changes, which won’t take effect for a few years, nutrition labels will now list foods packaged in single-serving containers, such as a bag of chips or a bottle of soda, as one serving instead of multiple servings. Portion sizes are a major area of concern for most people, Butler said. This will enable the consumer to know how many calories they are consuming at a glance without having to do the math.
Another change that weight loss patients will need to be aware of is one that lists added sugars.
Sugar occurs naturally in some foods, Butler explained. Fruit, milk and milk products like plain yogurt have natural sugars. The current food label only lists total sugars, which makes it difficult to differentiate between sugars that occur naturally in food and sweeteners that have been added, such as corn syrup.
For instance, 6 ounces of flavored Greek yogurt lists 17 grams of sugar under the current label but about 7 grams of that occurs naturally in the yogurt.
Most people just eat way too much sugar, says Butler. Often, it is added to products that you wouldnt expect it to be in. This will make it easier for medical and surgical weight loss patients to compare similar products and choose ones that have fewer added sugars.
In general, Butler says women should have no more than 26 grams of added sugar per day or about 6 teaspoons. Men should have no more than 38 grams of sugar per day or about 9.5 teaspoons. By comparison, one 12-oz can of soda has 41 grams of sugar.
New Jersey Bariatric Centers comprehensive medical and surgical weight loss programs include nutritional counseling. Staff dietitians work closely with patients to review their food choices, identify problem areas and make modifications to help them achieve their weight loss goals. Medical Weight loss patients also have the option of adding the OptiFast meal replacement program or medication to their customized weight loss plan.
For people who have not been able to lose weight through diet alone, weight loss surgery, such as gastric bypass, gastric sleeve or LAP-BAND is available to those who qualify. Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, has been recognized as the most effective treatment for morbid obesity by the Society of American Gastrointestinal & Endoscopic Surgeons. Weight loss surgery surgically alters the stomach so patients eat less.
For more information about medical or surgical weight loss or tips on what you need to know about the new nutrition labeling, contact Community Relations manager Bonnie Smolen at 908-481-1270.
About New Jersey Bariatric Center
New Jersey Bariatric Center, a medical & surgical weight loss center with offices in Springfield, Somerset and Hoboken, New Jersey, helps patients achieve long-term weight loss success through the most advanced bariatric surgery procedures, including Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, LAP-BAND and weight loss surgery revision procedures. Led by the team of Drs. Ajay Goyal, Glenn Forrester, Angela Glasnapp and Leigh Montes, the New Jersey Bariatric Centers approach to patient care has resulted in zero mortalities and a complication rate that is lower than the national average. For more information about bariatric surgery, visit http://www.NJBariatricCenter.com[4].
References
- ^ Bariatric Surgery Information (www.njbariatriccenter.com)
- ^ New Jersey Bariatric Center (www.njbariatriccenter.com)
- ^ Medical Weight Loss Information (www.njbariatriccenter.com)
- ^ http://www.NJBariatricCenter.com (www.NJBariatricCenter.com)
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16, M, 185 Lbs, Relatively No Muscles (except For Legs). Weight Loss Tips? Let me give a bit more information. I take Grade 11 gym, which is every other school day for an hour and 15 minutes. Im pretty sure that I have hyper-hydrosis (I sweat a bit more than others do). I do hardly any exercise outside of school. I do a lot of eating after school (KD, chips, other foodstuffs). I want to lose weight to help prepare for a school production. Can anybody help me out? It would be greatly appreciated.
Healthy weight loss tips
* Take one pound at a time
Don’t get overwhelmed by how much weight you need to lose. Try to remember that “losing 15 pounds in two weeks” is nothing to celebrate. It is important to realize that the more quickly weight is lost, the more likely the loss is coming from water and muscle, not fat.
Since muscle tissue is critical in keeping our metabolism elevated, losing it actually leads to a decrease in the amount of calories we can each day without gaining weight.
Fat loss is best achieved when weight is lost slowly. Strive for a weight loss of no more than 3-4 pounds per week. One pound of weight is equivalent to 3500 calories.
* Set Reachable Goals
For instance, if you know you need to get more exercise, begin with a manageable goal of, say, walking 10 minutes a day that you know you can achieve. Then build your self-esteem by achieving the small goals you set yourself.
The same logic applies for losing weight.
* Stay off the scales
Don’t get discouraged when your progress seems to be slow according to your bathroom scales. They do not provide a true measure of what is going on with the body.
If exercise levels are adequate (5-7 days a week), you may be putting on muscle but losing fat, thus losing inches even if you are not losing pounds. It’s always a good idea to do several body measurements to have a second objective way to monitor progress.
* Stay focused on being healthy, not thin
# Many people become more successful at long term weight loss when their motive changes from wanting to be thinner to wanting to be healthier. Change your mindset to think about selecting foods that will help your body’s health rather than worrying about foods that will affect your body’s weight. The Food Pyramid offers a basic outline of the types and amounts of food you should eat each day to give your body the nutrients it needs for optimal health.
* Fat Free?
We’ve known for some time that limiting high fat foods in the diet can be helpful with weight loss. That’s because fats pack in 9 calories per gram compared to only 4 calories per gram from proteins or carbohydrates. To many, the message to limit fats implied an endorsement to eat unlimited amounts of fat-free products. Just to clarify, fat-free foods have calories too. In some cases fat-free foods have as many calories as their fat laden counterparts. If you eat more calories than your body uses, you will gain weight. Eating less fat will help you to lose weight. Eating less fat and replacing it with excessive amounts of fat-free products will not.
* Drink plenty of water
Drink eight glasses a day. Water is a natural appetite-suppressant. Nettle tea is a great weight-loss tea as it supports metabolism and has diuretic properties.
* Reward yourself
# Each time you reach a goal, such as losing 5 pounds, reward yourself with a gift or a massage.
* Seek help if you need it
# A big key in long term weight control comes from receiving encouragement and support from others. Find a friend to lose weight with or you can check to see if groups such as Weight Watchers, or eDiets offer programs and resources in your area by clicking the links. You may also wish to check with your local hospital to see if their registered dietician conducts group weight loss programs.
* Watch your portions
With the advent of “supersize” meals and increasingly huge portions at restaurants, our concept of normal serving sizes is a distant memory. Be mindful of the amounts of food you consume at a sitting. When necessary, divide your food in half and ask for a take home bag. It is all too easy to be a “plate cleaner” even when served enormous portions. Learn to pay attention to your hunger level and stop eating when you feel comfortably full, not stuffed.
* Eat your food slowly
Did you ever notice that thin people take an awfully long time to eat their food? Eating slowly is one method that can help take off pounds. That’s because from the time you begin eating it takes the brain 20 minutes to start signaling feelings of fullness. Fast eaters often eat beyond their true level of fullness before the 20 minute signal has had a chance to set in. The amount of calories consumed before you begin to feel full can vary significantly depending on how quickly you eat. So slow down, take smaller bites and enjoy your food.
Weight Loss Tips Please? :)? I’m 14
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12st 8lbs
Im overweight 🙁
any tips on how to lose weight quicker and easier 😀
thanks
This tips is long but it help me a lot i hope it help u too!
cardio exercise and eating breakfast fruits, whole grain cereals and egg-white are great options help boost metabolism which help lose weight faster & burn more calories so eat egg in every morning omelet or boiled etc..to get protein which important for your body for losing weight
stay way from junk food, fries
Do 30 minutes of cardio training [dancing, jogging, aerobics, yoga , running, bicycle, swimming, kick boxing … ] and 30 minutes of strength train [weights, arms, setup, crunches for abs, legs workout and stretches]
workout 3-6 times on week. 30min or 1-2 hours
# Walk 30 minutes a day – no excuses
# dont set watch TV or computer more than 2 hours stay active.
# Be aware when you eating dont eat front TV, Eat when you are hungry & eat slowly
# Restock your kitchen with healthy food
# dont skip meals eat every 4 hours & eat 3 healthy small meals & 2 healthy snacks instead 3 big meals
# Eat when you are hungry & eat slowly, chew more!
# Reduce portions by using smaller plates & bowls (9 inch diameter instead of 11+ inch)
# Eat 9 handfuls of vegetables more than fruits each day also eat 1 small handful nuts
# you have to learn about calories you should take, look & learn label on sodium,sugar,fat,carb,calorie and read ingredients
# Avoid trans fat in label (Avoid partially hydrogenated oils,Shortening, palm kernel oil and coconut oil) and saturated fats at all cost
# Avoid white food such as enriched wheat flour/white flour (white bread and rice, potatoes,white starches – white pasta, crackers, cakes,donuts,pizza ,and simple sugar, including high fructose corn syrup. Sugar, sugar, sugar. The #1 killer for trying to lose belly fat, get a 6 pack, or achieving that flat, tight, sexy stomach. Avoid high fat foods (butter,margarine, cheese, milk ) go for low fat
try to avoid processed or refined carbohydrates
# Drink one or two glasses of water before a meal to help fill you stomach with fewer food calories
# Eat less fat ,sugar and your sodium (salt) recommends less than 2,300 milligrams of sodium daily—that’s about 1 teaspoon of salt. our bodies’ needs (about 1,500 milligrams) .
#Fifteen percent of your calories should come from protein, 25 to 35 percent from fat and the rest from carbohydrates.
# Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat and nonfat dairy, legumes, fish and lean meat should all be incorporated into your diet.
# Soybean, canola, olive, safflower, sunflower and corn oil are all healthy oils you should use when cooking and preparing foods.
Also, cooking medium heat is ideal but oil alone is not recommended.
# All fresh vegetables and fruits, such as green leafy vegetables and greens, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, carrots, tomatoes, etc. Eat plenty of fiber-rich vegetables (dark leafy greens—good; corn–not so good), beans (all of them), and fruit (apples, pears, peaches, and berries have a lower GI than tropical fruits, like papaya and mangoes).
# Complex Carbohydrates
* Whole grains, pastas and cereals, brown rice, whole wheat bread, oats, millet, barley, kasha, cornmeal, polenta, etc.
# Stop eating 2-3 hours before bed time & dont eat carbs on dinner and sleep night 8 hours,
# Fill up 25-30 grams of fiber.
#Drink plenty of water before, during & after workout it increase your muscle tone is also important to lose weight keep hydrated, drink 8 glasses of water
# dont eat under than 1,200 calories
# if you take in more calories than you burn through daily activity and exercise you’ll gain weight__regardless of whether those calories come from “good” natural foods or “bad” processed meals. it’s that simple: Eat less exercise more,
Best Fats; Monounsaturated Fat Foods
* Avocado * Oil (canola, olive, peanut, sesame) * Olives (all)
* Nuts * Peanut butter, old-fashioned * Sesame seeds
Good Fats: Polyunsaturated Fat Foods
* Margarine (first ingredient is polyunsaturated oil)
* Mayonnaise (regular or reduced-fat)
* Nuts (walnuts) * Poultry
* Oil (corn, safflower, soybean, cottonseed)
* Salad dressing (regular & reduced-fat)
* Seeds (pumpkin, sunflower) * Liquid Vegetable Oil * Eggs * Meat
Bad Fats:Saturated Fats ( no more than 7% saturated fats)
* Bacon & bacon grease * Cheese * Milk
* Butter (stick, whipped, reduced-fat) * Eggs
* Coconut Oil * Cream * Cream cheese
* Ice cream * Lard & salt pork * Palm kernel oil * Cocoa Butter
Bad Fats: Trans Fats (no more than 1% trans fats)
look in ingredients Partially Hydrogenated Fats or Shortening
* Margarine (stick) * Nondairy creamers * Baked Goods
* Fired Foods * Also Found in Naturally In Meat & Dairy Products In Small Amount
Does Anyone Have Any Good Weight Loss Tips? Or Good Diets To Try? I need to loose as much weight as poss before september 23rd to get into my wedding dress… anyone have tips? ive tried 3 diets and none of them work for me, slimming world, weight watchers and g.i diet!
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Weight loss tips
weight loss tips to help you lose weightNeed some help with your weight loss? Below are some great weight loss tips to help you that extra bit, these weight loss tips offers pointers for pratical, effective weight loss tactics. Tips include healthy eating advice, support, exercise, preparation of food and much more. Enjoy!
Tip #1
To make a delicious low fat mayonnaise simply combine one teaspoon Dijon mustard or one teaspoon satay sauce with low fat yoghurt.
Tip #2
Avoid skipping meals. Eating increases your matabolism, thus skipping meals can ‘trick’ your body into slowing down its metabolism in an attempt to conserve calories during a period it perceives as a situation where limited fuel is available.
Tip #3
Stuffing vegetables such as capsicum and zucchini with tasty fillings of mince chicken, meat or tuna are easy to do and very healthy and low fat.
Tip #4
Pita bread roll ups or wraps with salad fillings, are great for picnics, school lunches or to take to work.
Tip #5
Exerise, exercise, exercise! Exercise increases your metabolism and burning off excess fat. When is the best time to exercise? Our metabolism slows down about 8 hours after we wake up, so 30 minutes of exercise in the evening, before dinner will increase your metabolism for about two to three more hours just when it was starting to slow down. This produces a significant increase in fat burned off, even after the exercise is over.
Tip #6
Adding alfalfa or mung beans to your salad brings in extra iron.
Tip #7
Good cooking and healthy eating begins with learning about nutrition and how to prepare healthy recipes.
Tip #8
Plan the week’s family menus in advance and just purchase those ingredients at a once weekly shopping trip.
Tip #9
Be positive! The more you feel good about yourself the easier and faster it is to lose weight.
Tip #10
Learn how to make over family favourite recipes by cutting out fats, salt and sugar. Substitute non fat yoghurt for cream, stir fry minus oil and use herbs and spices instead of salt for flavour.
Tip #11
Please consult your doctor before beginning an exercise or weight loss program.
Tip #12
Eat slowly and chew each bite completely to decrease your appetite
Tip #13
Eat three small meals and two snacks daily instead of two or three huge meals.
Tip #14
It’s a myth that you need oil to stir fry! Use chicken stock instead and cut down on hidden fat.
Tip #15
There is more fat in a plate of toasted muesli than a plate of bacon and eggs! Purchase non-toasted muesli instead.
Tip #16
Avoid removing the skins of fruits and vegetables – most of the nutrients are concentrated just under the skin.
Tip #17
Hot water with a squeeze of lemon before breakfast get the metabolism going for the day, helps prevent constipation and is excellent for the skin.
Tip #18
The best source of vegetable protein is from soya beans or tofu. All legumes provide some protein, so include lentils, lima beans etc into casseroles and soups.
Tip #19
Find a weight loss “buddy,” club, or support group. This will help you stay with your weight loss program.
Tip #20
Though difficult, try not eating 3 hours or more before bed time.
Tip #21
I cut up a whole watermelon and leave it in the fridge to snack on over a few days. it is sweet, juicy, yummy and filling. it really has helped me because when i go to the fridge looking for something when i see the watermelon it stops me having something more calorie laden. having it handy so that it is just as easy to eat as a biscuit or whatever makes the world of difference. eating at night time is my downfall too. i cant just not eat at night so i allow for it in my daily eating. i have those 97%fat free rice crackers and/or fruit or air popped popcorn. for me i just cant not eat at night time. i find i dont sleep very well if i go from dinner time to breakfast without anything. although we do eat dinner very early (around 5.30) because we like to eat with the kids. i think it is best to know your weaknesses and try to work around them. also, i dont think it can be said too many times – drinking water makes all the difference.
Tip #22
Make pasta your fast food choice – you can prepare a pasta meal and salad in 10-12 minutes.
Tip #23
Chilli helps to speed up metabolism – even the milder varieties.
Tip #24
Omelettes can be made just using egg whites! A dramatic reduction in fat.
Tip #25
Limit salt in cooking. Other names for salt include baking soda, baking powder, MSG and soya sauce.
Tip #26
For low fat gravy, drop ice cubes into the baking tray. Fat will stick to the ice cubes and can then be removed.
Tip #27
Chew sugarless gum. It speeds up the digestive system, burning more calories, and sometimes kills a craving.
Tip #28
Drinking hot water as appose to cold water can increase the speed of your metabolism and burn more calories.
Tip #29
Make casseroles the day before use. Refrigerate and skim fat from the top before re heating.
Tip #30
Always eat before you go food shopping and always prepare a shopping list. Only purchase food which relates to your weekly menu plan and don’t be tempted to buy goodies.
Weight loss Tips
Help…I Need Weight Loss Tips!? I am 25 an considerably overweight. I just found out that I am not very healthy and want to make changes to loose the weight naturally before considering any type of surgery. Please help!!!!
Thank you all for your advise. I should have mentioned before that I work 84 hours a week as a nursing assistant. I find it very hard to come home and work out when I have been running around all night and have been on my feet for 12 hours. Any thoughts on how I can incorporate something into the limited time off that I have????
Here are a few tips;
WHEN to eat for losing weight…
• Eat (at least) three times a day.
Because when you eat only once a day, your metabolism gets slower than it already is! That’s the main reason. Sounds funny, but to lose weight… you must eat (the right things, of course)
• Eat low-fat, high-fiber foods such as salads and vegetable pastas.
• Your last meal should be before 18:00. Try.
OK, one apple after 18:00
• Don’t starve
Starvation is not good for losing weight, nor your health.
Starvation is the worse thing you can do in a weight loss diet.
• Try oatmeal instead of cornflakes for breakfast–eating oatmeal can help reduce cholesterol levels, and its high fiber content will keep you full longer.
WHAT to drink for losing weight…
• Drink 6-8 glasses of water every day !
Can be tap, plain, mineral, sparkling. I just love mineral sparkling water!
This improves your bowel, reduces the “hunger” sensation, and hydrates your skin. Your skin will look much better after the first weeks!
Don’t believe the slogan “water makes me fat”. Beside being stupid… you might get into serious troubles with your kidneys.
• Drink ONLY natural juices, freshly squeezed!
Don’t drink Coca Cola, Pepsi, Spite etc. during the diet. Even lite or light versions.
• Avoid those vending machines by carrying around your own healthful foods and leaving pocket change at home.
Exercise for losing weight…
• If you want quicker results – exercise would be good.
• Don’t just sit in front of the TV and eat peanuts…
I guarantee THIS won’t work for your weight loss…
• Start a regular exercise program and stick with it. Don’t be afraid of those sweat suits and Lycra pants!
• Start swimming. Swimming is an excellent exercise to get involved with, since it increases blood flow and uses muscles we don’t regularly use. Start a swimming program and try to do it 3 times a week. You will feel excellent and rejuvenated.
• Clean your house! It is a great exercise idea if you work from home. Housework can burn off loads of calories. Start by vacuuming, polishing, dusting and cleaning glass/windows. Make your house sparkling clean while burning off excess weight.
• Choose an exercise program that you enjoy, and don’t shun the unconventional. For instance, did you know that regular vigorous dancing is exercise too?
• Also Cardiovascular exercises such as running, jogging, or aerobics will help you lose that unwanted belly fat. Weight training can also help you lose body fat because the more muscle mass you have, the more ability your system has to burn body fat.
Good luck!
Am I Overweight? Weight Loss Tips? I am 5 feet tall, (a girl) and I weigh 118 pounds. I am really self-concious about my weight but my friend keeps telling me that I’m not overweight, I’m just wondering whether or not she’s right…? Also, does anyone have some good weight-loss tips? I’m athletically challenged so I really don’t play sports, is there any other way I can increase my metabolism speed?
Diet drugs frequently work by increasing your metabolism. don’t take them. they’ll wreck your body. i’ve included some tips for losing weight below… find a bmi calculator. go to webmd.com. it’ll tell you if you’re overweight.
hi! i’m a 20-something american woman who lives in italy… during high school and university i was hopeless, but due to some weird circumstances in my life i ended up becoming a track runner and moving to italy. i’ve learned a lot about this stuff.
you can really easily be screwed by a number of factors in the states… NO, i’m not going to tell you to workout or go run, but there are a few things you should know…
the only way to lose weight is to burn more calories than you eat. you’ll need to find how many calories you need to eat every day- (this depends on your gender, height, age, etc) i’ll post a link for an online calculator below.
the “average” calorie intake listed on the back of every package in an american grocery store is 2,500 calories daily. IF YOU ARE A TEEN GIRL, this is probably very wrong. your calorie needs are probably much less. (the 2,500 cal ‘average american’ takes in a lot of old, fat, tall men.) MY average is 2,200- but i work out 5 times per week.
PLEASE find a good online calculator, but a 5’7” girl at 130 lbs who does NO physical activity would need about 1,500 to MAINTAIN her weight.
to put this in perspective: a ‘super size’ big mac meal at mc donald’s has 1,600 calories. great, if you only want to eat one meal per day.
after you figure out how many calories you need to eat every day; here are some simple rules:
1. cut out any beverage that’s not water. if you think you can’t do it; make iced tea or lemonade at home. (20 oz of coke = 250 calories, a venti mocha frappuccino at starbucks = 500. that’s a lot of calories, when you consider a big mac has 600, and a plate of pasta with tomato sauce about 400… though that’s an ENORMOUS plate of pasta- versus one very SMALL hamburger.)
2. don’t eat any sauce you can’t see through. (mayo has about 100 calories per tablespoon, 1 packet of ranch dressing at mc donald’s = 230, barbecue, etc. i have included a link below for a site that will tell you the calorie count of the foods you eat at restaurants: thedailyplate.com)
3. don’t eat while watching television, and don’t eat ‘straight out of the bag’… put a portion on a plate- you’ll be more aware of how much you’re eating.
4. don’t buy ‘snack sizes’ you’ll eat 20% more snack size oreos than the big ones… they’ve planned it that way. (though oreo does now make ‘100 calorie per bag’ oreos. they don’t have cream filling.)
5. prepare your own food. american food labeling is crap. ‘reduced fat’ can mean that it’s reduced from the ORIGINAL product, which doesn’t get you anywhere, if the original product was a coronary in a bag. when you prepare it yourself, you know what you’re eating.
6. if you do decide to do something active, make it something you like, join a group, go at least twice a week, and you have to go even if you don’t feel like it. if you don’t follow these rules, you won’t stick to it, i promise.
7. don’t look at your weight, look at your BMI. (your body mass index) an average girl should have a bmi of about 20%– meaning that 20% of her body weight is composed of fat. (a HEALTHY 5’2” girl that’s 100 lbs, will carry about 20 lbs of fat. it’s dangerous to get below 13%. if the same 5’2” girl weighs 160, it’s unhealthy- but not because of the pounds, because the PERCENTAGE of fat is WAY too high.) anyway, if you’re bmi is healthy, you’re healthy. there are bmi calculators online that will tell you your percentage.
8. eat every 3 hours, if you can, small portions. set the alarm on your cell if you need to. take a power bar (or similar) in you purse ALWAYS. (i like LUNA bars, they’re $1 per, but taste good, and will actually save you money, as they’ve got all the vitamins and minerals of a full meal.) if you HAVE to eat fast food, order kid’s portions.
i know a lot of professional female athletes, and although they don’t have tummies, many have a diffcult time getting a 6-pack (abs), and most of them have cellulite on their thighs. cellulite can be made worse by eating saturated fat (butter), and those deposits can be nearly permanent. the quickest way to reduce the appearance of cellulite, i think would be tanning cream.
if you have any amount of fat, it will show up first on your stomach. there are a lot of people that have strong stomach muscles, but the smallest bit of fat will cover over it right away. so a 300lb woman might have stomach muscles of britney spears (i’m not talking about a ‘ripped’ tummy, but a cute flat beachy one… :p ), but seeing as the stomach is the first place fat goes, you’d need to get rid of the fat before you’d be able to see what’s underneath. a ‘6 pack’, therefore is really a sign of someone in very, very good health.
i won’t tell you to exercise, but remember- the more you move your body, the more you can eat without worry!
all diet programs that you PAY for offer do everything i’ve just said for you, esp. weight watchers, whose ‘point system’ is exactly what i’ve done above.
hope i didn’t sound preachy, and i hope it helped.
p.s. when you look for info online, especially calculators, make sure the source is reliable (like http://www.webmd.com), and make sure to type in ‘teenage girl’. you have special, different dietary needs. you’ll need a bmi calculator, calorie intake calculator. then ‘thedailyplate.com’ will tell you how many calories are in the food you’re eating.
Source(s):
http://www.ahealthyme.com/topic/calneed, http://www.thedailyplate.com