my doc told me to lose weight:(: and the RT I had

[Spartan936]

I think you were run down in the past because you weren't eating enough. That's why I said to count your calories and very slowly lose the weight. It may seem hard to count them at first, but you'll get the hang of it. And you don't have to be perfectly exact. Just know, for instance, that you ate around 2500 calories today. Eat roughly the same number of calories everyday, and if you haven't lost a little bit of weight in a couple weeks, then lower your calories a tiny bit more. Also, only weight yourself once a week... the best time is first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. That way you will get consistant readings.
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I've had the protein concern as well, but the research shows that even high protein diets have no effect on kidney function. Only people with kidney disease sometimes need to limit protien. A reasonable intake, I believe, is about .8 grams per pound of bodyweight. So a 150 lb person should aim for about 100-130 grams. And more certainly wouldn't hurt. I weigh 140 and sometimes eat nearly 200. I only mentioned protein and whole food because many CFer's are notorious junk food eaters. Beef and barley and broccoli are always better than scandishakes and sugar.
<br> <br>
It's really more simple than it sounds. Eat healthy, count your calories, exercise, and don't overcomplicate things.
<br> <br>
Here's a pretty good free site that let's you count your calories by the way: www.fitday.com
<br> <br>
And about CFer's being overweight... Most doctors use the BMI, but that's not entirely reliable. It's unhealthy for anyone, CFer's included, to have a high bodyfat. Though it's also bad for your lungs to be underweight.

 

[Spartan936]

I think you were run down in the past because you weren't eating enough. That's why I said to count your calories and very slowly lose the weight. It may seem hard to count them at first, but you'll get the hang of it. And you don't have to be perfectly exact. Just know, for instance, that you ate around 2500 calories today. Eat roughly the same number of calories everyday, and if you haven't lost a little bit of weight in a couple weeks, then lower your calories a tiny bit more. Also, only weight yourself once a week... the best time is first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. That way you will get consistant readings.
<br> <br>
I've had the protein concern as well, but the research shows that even high protein diets have no effect on kidney function. Only people with kidney disease sometimes need to limit protien. A reasonable intake, I believe, is about .8 grams per pound of bodyweight. So a 150 lb person should aim for about 100-130 grams. And more certainly wouldn't hurt. I weigh 140 and sometimes eat nearly 200. I only mentioned protein and whole food because many CFer's are notorious junk food eaters. Beef and barley and broccoli are always better than scandishakes and sugar.
<br> <br>
It's really more simple than it sounds. Eat healthy, count your calories, exercise, and don't overcomplicate things.
<br> <br>
Here's a pretty good free site that let's you count your calories by the way: www.fitday.com
<br> <br>
And about CFer's being overweight... Most doctors use the BMI, but that's not entirely reliable. It's unhealthy for anyone, CFer's included, to have a high bodyfat. Though it's also bad for your lungs to be underweight.

 

[Spartan936]

I think you were run down in the past because you weren't eating enough. That's why I said to count your calories and very slowly lose the weight. It may seem hard to count them at first, but you'll get the hang of it. And you don't have to be perfectly exact. Just know, for instance, that you ate around 2500 calories today. Eat roughly the same number of calories everyday, and if you haven't lost a little bit of weight in a couple weeks, then lower your calories a tiny bit more. Also, only weight yourself once a week... the best time is first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. That way you will get consistant readings.
<br> <br>
I've had the protein concern as well, but the research shows that even high protein diets have no effect on kidney function. Only people with kidney disease sometimes need to limit protien. A reasonable intake, I believe, is about .8 grams per pound of bodyweight. So a 150 lb person should aim for about 100-130 grams. And more certainly wouldn't hurt. I weigh 140 and sometimes eat nearly 200. I only mentioned protein and whole food because many CFer's are notorious junk food eaters. Beef and barley and broccoli are always better than scandishakes and sugar.
<br> <br>
It's really more simple than it sounds. Eat healthy, count your calories, exercise, and don't overcomplicate things.
<br> <br>
Here's a pretty good free site that let's you count your calories by the way: www.fitday.com
<br> <br>
And about CFer's being overweight... Most doctors use the BMI, but that's not entirely reliable. It's unhealthy for anyone, CFer's included, to have a high bodyfat. Though it's also bad for your lungs to be underweight.

 

[Spartan936]

I think you were run down in the past because you weren't eating enough. That's why I said to count your calories and very slowly lose the weight. It may seem hard to count them at first, but you'll get the hang of it. And you don't have to be perfectly exact. Just know, for instance, that you ate around 2500 calories today. Eat roughly the same number of calories everyday, and if you haven't lost a little bit of weight in a couple weeks, then lower your calories a tiny bit more. Also, only weight yourself once a week... the best time is first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. That way you will get consistant readings.
<br> <br>
I've had the protein concern as well, but the research shows that even high protein diets have no effect on kidney function. Only people with kidney disease sometimes need to limit protien. A reasonable intake, I believe, is about .8 grams per pound of bodyweight. So a 150 lb person should aim for about 100-130 grams. And more certainly wouldn't hurt. I weigh 140 and sometimes eat nearly 200. I only mentioned protein and whole food because many CFer's are notorious junk food eaters. Beef and barley and broccoli are always better than scandishakes and sugar.
<br> <br>
It's really more simple than it sounds. Eat healthy, count your calories, exercise, and don't overcomplicate things.
<br> <br>
Here's a pretty good free site that let's you count your calories by the way: www.fitday.com
<br> <br>
And about CFer's being overweight... Most doctors use the BMI, but that's not entirely reliable. It's unhealthy for anyone, CFer's included, to have a high bodyfat. Though it's also bad for your lungs to be underweight.

 

[Spartan936]

I think you were run down in the past because you weren't eating enough. That's why I said to count your calories and very slowly lose the weight. It may seem hard to count them at first, but you'll get the hang of it. And you don't have to be perfectly exact. Just know, for instance, that you ate around 2500 calories today. Eat roughly the same number of calories everyday, and if you haven't lost a little bit of weight in a couple weeks, then lower your calories a tiny bit more. Also, only weight yourself once a week... the best time is first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. That way you will get consistant readings.
<br> <br>
I've had the protein concern as well, but the research shows that even high protein diets have no effect on kidney function. Only people with kidney disease sometimes need to limit protien. A reasonable intake, I believe, is about .8 grams per pound of bodyweight. So a 150 lb person should aim for about 100-130 grams. And more certainly wouldn't hurt. I weigh 140 and sometimes eat nearly 200. I only mentioned protein and whole food because many CFer's are notorious junk food eaters. Beef and barley and broccoli are always better than scandishakes and sugar.
<br> <br>
It's really more simple than it sounds. Eat healthy, count your calories, exercise, and don't overcomplicate things.
<br> <br>
Here's a pretty good free site that let's you count your calories by the way: www.fitday.com
<br> <br>
And about CFer's being overweight... Most doctors use the BMI, but that's not entirely reliable. It's unhealthy for anyone, CFer's included, to have a high bodyfat. Though it's also bad for your lungs to be underweight.

 

[65rosessamurai]

I had no RT horror stories...

All the RT's were male, so I didn't go "Google-eye" over them and get bad results from it...just the cute nurses, so taking blood was easy! lol!

But I did have a doc actually tell me to LOSE WEIGHT. I was a bit shocked at first, but then thought that if I'm able to gain it, then it won't be a tragedy to lose it.

The doc telling me this was light-years ago, but I have gone a bit over my nominal weight again and had been decreasing it slowly. Since last March, I have lost at least 3 kg, or about 6 and a half pounds.

Though because it was sitting at a computer all day at work, it was also a change in routine at work and no more sitting in front of a computer. Also, my weekends had been a little more busy, which may had added to it.

Two suggestions to lose weight, take supplements to keep your nutrition balance but cut down on unnecessary eating (eat healthier), and get more excercise like walking and such.

Edited to add:
After posting, I read Spartan's comment. I'm not suggesting to go "Vegitarian", but to suggest eating a little more "wisely" if that's possible. I don't have to deal with diabetes, but I do get low blood sugar levels sometimes.

My understanding of losing muscle mass is that as the body is trying to absorb calories, and other nutrition, it takes muscle along with the fat in order to survive. Not a wise method, of course. I would suggest even a weight loss of 1 lb a week would be a gradual and healthier way to lose...and you won't feel "pressured" IMO.

Increase in weight shouldn't cause lung-related problems, unless it would be indirectly related to heart problems...the heart usually needs to work a little harder if overweight causes the veins to retract. The other disadvantage to overweight is susceptibility to diabetes becoming more complicated, perhaps? Just my opinions, however.

As for the PFT's, you probably won't get good results because you were all hyped up over the new RT, so I hope when the doc gets his machine fixed, you'll have much better results!

Have a great weekend and good luck on whatever you do to successfully drop a little weight!

 

[65rosessamurai]

I had no RT horror stories...

All the RT's were male, so I didn't go "Google-eye" over them and get bad results from it...just the cute nurses, so taking blood was easy! lol!

But I did have a doc actually tell me to LOSE WEIGHT. I was a bit shocked at first, but then thought that if I'm able to gain it, then it won't be a tragedy to lose it.

The doc telling me this was light-years ago, but I have gone a bit over my nominal weight again and had been decreasing it slowly. Since last March, I have lost at least 3 kg, or about 6 and a half pounds.

Though because it was sitting at a computer all day at work, it was also a change in routine at work and no more sitting in front of a computer. Also, my weekends had been a little more busy, which may had added to it.

Two suggestions to lose weight, take supplements to keep your nutrition balance but cut down on unnecessary eating (eat healthier), and get more excercise like walking and such.

Edited to add:
After posting, I read Spartan's comment. I'm not suggesting to go "Vegitarian", but to suggest eating a little more "wisely" if that's possible. I don't have to deal with diabetes, but I do get low blood sugar levels sometimes.

My understanding of losing muscle mass is that as the body is trying to absorb calories, and other nutrition, it takes muscle along with the fat in order to survive. Not a wise method, of course. I would suggest even a weight loss of 1 lb a week would be a gradual and healthier way to lose...and you won't feel "pressured" IMO.

Increase in weight shouldn't cause lung-related problems, unless it would be indirectly related to heart problems...the heart usually needs to work a little harder if overweight causes the veins to retract. The other disadvantage to overweight is susceptibility to diabetes becoming more complicated, perhaps? Just my opinions, however.

As for the PFT's, you probably won't get good results because you were all hyped up over the new RT, so I hope when the doc gets his machine fixed, you'll have much better results!

Have a great weekend and good luck on whatever you do to successfully drop a little weight!

 

[65rosessamurai]

I had no RT horror stories...

All the RT's were male, so I didn't go "Google-eye" over them and get bad results from it...just the cute nurses, so taking blood was easy! lol!

But I did have a doc actually tell me to LOSE WEIGHT. I was a bit shocked at first, but then thought that if I'm able to gain it, then it won't be a tragedy to lose it.

The doc telling me this was light-years ago, but I have gone a bit over my nominal weight again and had been decreasing it slowly. Since last March, I have lost at least 3 kg, or about 6 and a half pounds.

Though because it was sitting at a computer all day at work, it was also a change in routine at work and no more sitting in front of a computer. Also, my weekends had been a little more busy, which may had added to it.

Two suggestions to lose weight, take supplements to keep your nutrition balance but cut down on unnecessary eating (eat healthier), and get more excercise like walking and such.

Edited to add:
After posting, I read Spartan's comment. I'm not suggesting to go "Vegitarian", but to suggest eating a little more "wisely" if that's possible. I don't have to deal with diabetes, but I do get low blood sugar levels sometimes.

My understanding of losing muscle mass is that as the body is trying to absorb calories, and other nutrition, it takes muscle along with the fat in order to survive. Not a wise method, of course. I would suggest even a weight loss of 1 lb a week would be a gradual and healthier way to lose...and you won't feel "pressured" IMO.

Increase in weight shouldn't cause lung-related problems, unless it would be indirectly related to heart problems...the heart usually needs to work a little harder if overweight causes the veins to retract. The other disadvantage to overweight is susceptibility to diabetes becoming more complicated, perhaps? Just my opinions, however.

As for the PFT's, you probably won't get good results because you were all hyped up over the new RT, so I hope when the doc gets his machine fixed, you'll have much better results!

Have a great weekend and good luck on whatever you do to successfully drop a little weight!

 

[65rosessamurai]

I had no RT horror stories...

All the RT's were male, so I didn't go "Google-eye" over them and get bad results from it...just the cute nurses, so taking blood was easy! lol!

But I did have a doc actually tell me to LOSE WEIGHT. I was a bit shocked at first, but then thought that if I'm able to gain it, then it won't be a tragedy to lose it.

The doc telling me this was light-years ago, but I have gone a bit over my nominal weight again and had been decreasing it slowly. Since last March, I have lost at least 3 kg, or about 6 and a half pounds.

Though because it was sitting at a computer all day at work, it was also a change in routine at work and no more sitting in front of a computer. Also, my weekends had been a little more busy, which may had added to it.

Two suggestions to lose weight, take supplements to keep your nutrition balance but cut down on unnecessary eating (eat healthier), and get more excercise like walking and such.

Edited to add:
After posting, I read Spartan's comment. I'm not suggesting to go "Vegitarian", but to suggest eating a little more "wisely" if that's possible. I don't have to deal with diabetes, but I do get low blood sugar levels sometimes.

My understanding of losing muscle mass is that as the body is trying to absorb calories, and other nutrition, it takes muscle along with the fat in order to survive. Not a wise method, of course. I would suggest even a weight loss of 1 lb a week would be a gradual and healthier way to lose...and you won't feel "pressured" IMO.

Increase in weight shouldn't cause lung-related problems, unless it would be indirectly related to heart problems...the heart usually needs to work a little harder if overweight causes the veins to retract. The other disadvantage to overweight is susceptibility to diabetes becoming more complicated, perhaps? Just my opinions, however.

As for the PFT's, you probably won't get good results because you were all hyped up over the new RT, so I hope when the doc gets his machine fixed, you'll have much better results!

Have a great weekend and good luck on whatever you do to successfully drop a little weight!

 

[65rosessamurai]

I had no RT horror stories...
<br />
<br />All the RT's were male, so I didn't go "Google-eye" over them and get bad results from it...just the cute nurses, so taking blood was easy! lol!
<br />
<br />But I did have a doc actually tell me to LOSE WEIGHT. I was a bit shocked at first, but then thought that if I'm able to gain it, then it won't be a tragedy to lose it.
<br />
<br />The doc telling me this was light-years ago, but I have gone a bit over my nominal weight again and had been decreasing it slowly. Since last March, I have lost at least 3 kg, or about 6 and a half pounds.
<br />
<br />Though because it was sitting at a computer all day at work, it was also a change in routine at work and no more sitting in front of a computer. Also, my weekends had been a little more busy, which may had added to it.
<br />
<br />Two suggestions to lose weight, take supplements to keep your nutrition balance but cut down on unnecessary eating (eat healthier), and get more excercise like walking and such.
<br />
<br />Edited to add:
<br />After posting, I read Spartan's comment. I'm not suggesting to go "Vegitarian", but to suggest eating a little more "wisely" if that's possible. I don't have to deal with diabetes, but I do get low blood sugar levels sometimes.
<br />
<br />My understanding of losing muscle mass is that as the body is trying to absorb calories, and other nutrition, it takes muscle along with the fat in order to survive. Not a wise method, of course. I would suggest even a weight loss of 1 lb a week would be a gradual and healthier way to lose...and you won't feel "pressured" IMO.
<br />
<br />Increase in weight shouldn't cause lung-related problems, unless it would be indirectly related to heart problems...the heart usually needs to work a little harder if overweight causes the veins to retract. The other disadvantage to overweight is susceptibility to diabetes becoming more complicated, perhaps? Just my opinions, however.
<br />
<br />As for the PFT's, you probably won't get good results because you were all hyped up over the new RT, so I hope when the doc gets his machine fixed, you'll have much better results!
<br />
<br />Have a great weekend and good luck on whatever you do to successfully drop a little weight!

 

[Spartan936]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Skye</b></i>


I forgot to add a question....why would losing weight too fast cause you to lose muscle mass and also....does an increase in weight cause a problem with lung function? I have gained about 20-25 over the last couple of years. Most of it d/t better health and some of it d/t over indulgence.</end quote></div>
<br><br>
I almost forgot. haha.
<br><br>
If you lower you calories too much your body automatically starts taking energy from fat AND muscle mass. This can be bad for your lungs, as well as your appearance. Many people get 'skinny fat' by starving themselves in this manner.
<br><br>
I really doubt being overweight hurts your lungs at all. But it can make your blood sugars harder to control. Plus, having too much bodyfat (being overweight, whatever) puts people at risk for a huge number of health problems.

 

[Spartan936]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Skye</b></i>


I forgot to add a question....why would losing weight too fast cause you to lose muscle mass and also....does an increase in weight cause a problem with lung function? I have gained about 20-25 over the last couple of years. Most of it d/t better health and some of it d/t over indulgence.</end quote></div>
<br><br>
I almost forgot. haha.
<br><br>
If you lower you calories too much your body automatically starts taking energy from fat AND muscle mass. This can be bad for your lungs, as well as your appearance. Many people get 'skinny fat' by starving themselves in this manner.
<br><br>
I really doubt being overweight hurts your lungs at all. But it can make your blood sugars harder to control. Plus, having too much bodyfat (being overweight, whatever) puts people at risk for a huge number of health problems.

 

[Spartan936]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Skye</b></i>


I forgot to add a question....why would losing weight too fast cause you to lose muscle mass and also....does an increase in weight cause a problem with lung function? I have gained about 20-25 over the last couple of years. Most of it d/t better health and some of it d/t over indulgence.</end quote></div>
<br><br>
I almost forgot. haha.
<br><br>
If you lower you calories too much your body automatically starts taking energy from fat AND muscle mass. This can be bad for your lungs, as well as your appearance. Many people get 'skinny fat' by starving themselves in this manner.
<br><br>
I really doubt being overweight hurts your lungs at all. But it can make your blood sugars harder to control. Plus, having too much bodyfat (being overweight, whatever) puts people at risk for a huge number of health problems.

 

[Spartan936]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Skye</b></i>


I forgot to add a question....why would losing weight too fast cause you to lose muscle mass and also....does an increase in weight cause a problem with lung function? I have gained about 20-25 over the last couple of years. Most of it d/t better health and some of it d/t over indulgence.</end quote>
<br><br>
I almost forgot. haha.
<br><br>
If you lower you calories too much your body automatically starts taking energy from fat AND muscle mass. This can be bad for your lungs, as well as your appearance. Many people get 'skinny fat' by starving themselves in this manner.
<br><br>
I really doubt being overweight hurts your lungs at all. But it can make your blood sugars harder to control. Plus, having too much bodyfat (being overweight, whatever) puts people at risk for a huge number of health problems.

 

[Spartan936]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Skye</b></i>


I forgot to add a question....why would losing weight too fast cause you to lose muscle mass and also....does an increase in weight cause a problem with lung function? I have gained about 20-25 over the last couple of years. Most of it d/t better health and some of it d/t over indulgence.</end quote>
<br><br>
I almost forgot. haha.
<br><br>
If you lower you calories too much your body automatically starts taking energy from fat AND muscle mass. This can be bad for your lungs, as well as your appearance. Many people get 'skinny fat' by starving themselves in this manner.
<br><br>
I really doubt being overweight hurts your lungs at all. But it can make your blood sugars harder to control. Plus, having too much bodyfat (being overweight, whatever) puts people at risk for a huge number of health problems.