-- Posted by Anonymous at 2:58 am on Sep. 8, 2007 I'm gaining weight and a lot of people noticed it..it's so frustrating, I wanna lose weight effectively without trying hard about getting diet pills, going to the gym etc.  I'm a student and I have a pretty hectic schedule so how should I lose weight the natural way. Please advice me on this.   -- Posted by xoxo1234 at 2:59 am on Sep. 8, 2007 The natural and absolute best way is through diet and exercise. Unfortunately, if you want to do this healthily, you're going to have to try hard. -- Posted by W o n d e r l a n d at 3:08 am on Sep. 8, 2007 quit being lazy... exersize -- Posted by dyl at 3:50 am on Sep. 10, 2007 drink slim fast and do plenty of exersize -- Posted by AngelaChase at 11:08 am on Sep. 13, 2007 I don't think the slim fast option is right for everyone.  Look at what you eat every day and try to cut back on things that are too processed (microwave meals, chips, etc.).  Cut out things like soda and stick with water for a while too-- although read the labels of flavored water and pick one that does not have a lot of sugar (Vitamin Water has WAY too much!).  What our bodies want is natural foods.  I know that can be hard when life gets so busy but by eating a healthy breakfast (go for yogurt and fruit or a high-fiber/low-sugar cereal with skim milk) and making sure you eat veggies and protein at lunch or dinner, you will start to notice a change.  Be patient with it, exercise regularly and don't fall into those crash diets...those are not healthy or effective! -- Posted by cindi8d at 2:38 pm on Sep. 22, 2007 I agree with the others...you have to eat right (more fruits, veggies and whole grains. Less sugar and soda) and exercise. Hard work is the only way to get weight off. cindi -- Posted by kairaloha at 3:45 pm on Oct. 3, 2007 Quote: from AngelaChase at 8:08 am on Sep. 13, 2007 I don't think the slim fast option is right for everyone.  Look at what you eat every day and try to cut back on things that are too processed (microwave meals, chips, etc.).  Cut out things like soda and stick with water for a while too-- although read the labels of flavored water and pick one that does not have a lot of sugar (Vitamin Water has WAY too much!).  What our bodies want is natural foods.  I know that can be hard when life gets so busy but by eating a healthy breakfast (go for yogurt and fruit or a high-fiber/low-sugar cereal with skim milk) and making sure you eat veggies and protein at lunch or dinner, you will start to notice a change.  Be patient with it, exercise regularly and don't fall into those crash diets...those are not healthy or effective! that's good advice i'm going to try and follow that myself. -- Posted by collegecolosseum at 6:49 pm on Oct. 5, 2007 to be honest, you didn't put the weight on over night, so don't expect it to come off overnight. Running is the single best way to burn calories.  I suggest running on a track, at the beach, or in the woods.  Some place where the scenery is good.  Work your way up to a mile, and then go from there.   -- Posted by AngelaChase at 8:43 am on Oct. 12, 2007 Quote: from kairaloha at 3:45 pm on Oct. 3, 2007 that's good advice i'm going to try and follow that myself. And take the advice of others to be a bit patient.  Read labels, make smart choices and remember that it will take time.  College is rough...temptation is everywhere with sodas and gatorade and vitamin water and beer being just about the only thing people drink.  Don't get stuck in those traps and you'll see results.  Good luck! -- Posted by StickySweet at 2:02 pm on Nov. 2, 2007 Try getting a set of small free weights for your room and doing some daily exercising. Building even a little bit of muscle can really help your metabolism. I've gotten some great exercise ideas from Better.tv, so I would also check that website out. -- Posted by geoman08 at 9:05 pm on Jan. 19, 2008 If you want to lose weight or build muscle, it takes hard work and dedication.  If you don't want to work for it, I don't have any advice for you.  If you are so busy, work out early or late at night.  You have to make time for your own health.  No one else can put in the effort to get you in shape but you. -- Posted by draakprinses at 9:18 pm on Feb. 1, 2008 Eat about five small meals a day(a granola bar, yogurt, or a salad), drink a LOT of water, and try and exercise whenever you can. Like even just take the stairs instead of the elevator. -- Posted by BaseW10 at 1:11 pm on Feb. 5, 2008 you want to do lots of cardiovascular workouts, make sure you cut down on your lipids(fats) and try not to eat after 6 pm.  Instead of eating few big meals, eat many small snacks, this will make your metabolism throghout your day balanced and constabntly burning food.   -- Posted by The CBL at 1:31 pm on April 8, 2008 Diet pills are bad for you.  Just eat right and run a lot! -- Posted by Simple2005 at 10:08 pm on April 10, 2008 Quote: from xoxo1234 at 1:59 am on Sep. 8, 2007 The natural and absolute best way is through diet and exercise. Unfortunately, if you want to do this healthily, you're going to have to try hard. I agree. The best way to maintain a healthy (attractive) body is through routine exercise and a healthy diet. Being lazy won't get you there. -- Posted by meaghannf at 1:01 pm on April 26, 2008 It is incredibly difficult to manage a diet while in college because food is more easily available during the day and it generally has less nutritional value so you eat more to get full. Additionally, the party scene, and easily available alcohol contribute huge amounts of empty calories (did you know that in many cases, most of the freshman 15 comes from beer?) There are some important ways to keep healthy while in college while eating campus food. Not only will this help you now but hopefully in the future as well. 1) Try to have balanced meals with lots of protein. If you make sure to have chicken, turkey, beef, pork or low fat cheese with each meal, the high amounts of protein will make you fill faster so you won't need to eat as much. Also, try to include one fruit or veggie with every meal. Nobody likes Brussel sprouts but an apple isn't too bad! 2) When you know you're going to a party where you'll have alcohol, skip desert that day. Eat a full, healthy dinner but instead of cookies or ice cream, know that you're going to get some extra calories from beer or liquor. 3) Don't eat big snacks between meals. If you're hungry, have something small but try to keep on a schedule. 4) If at all possible, don't eat within 3-5 hours of going to sleep (and, sorry, this means no late night pizza orders). Food you eat right before bed will metabolize much more slowly. My website (in my sig) has some great, healthy, ideas for college food, even things you can make in your microwave. Don't worry, everyone struggles with food at college and the important thing is to feel healthy, not necessarily weigh any specific amount.