why can't I lose weight?
925778
First off, missing in you quetion are a couple of crucial points. When you eat is crucial. I know most adult in country skip breakfast. We have also proved to be a very dedonistic society. Theirfore if breakfast was the meal we loked foreward to above the other two, we wold b 4 going a little sleep, arrive 2 work late rather then miss breakfast.  BUT YOUR BODY does not kmow to start burning fuel  (fat) untill it erceives regular timed interval of food.\n      To start burning calories the minute (within 1/2 hour) of gettingout of bed I must stress this as' URGENT" I  myself  eat more like, choke down half a slice of toast. That is enough to let the body know, that their is no need to go into "famine Mode" This hapens wich is just a natual defense respone of the body.\n   It is very basic, in not so pld times people often went through famines, crop failure etc. So in times of famine whenpeole often went hungry. The metabolism slows way down and storing every potenial calorie not nedded for survival into energy reserves known as FAT. I always despair to fesr some one say something like I skipped lunch all week to lose weight.  It is vicios losing cycle.  By all means cut the calories and make healthier chioces.  \n        As our society moves more and more from physical, work and play.  Exercize is a must. not only forweight loss but heart disease, diadetics,the list is to long to mention.. You can go to a library  and find shelves devoted to subject.\n   Permanent weight loss means a permenant chnage of Lifestyle. Nothing drastic or radical. Ill list basic points;\na) eat three meals a day. YES BREAKFAST FIRST PRIORIYT! it only need be an apple,just gotta start the motor. (calorie burner)\nb) Try to eat  at the same time every day. You do not want signals firing off to brain "ALERT!! PREPARE FOR FAMINE!! SLOE DOWN METABOLISM! and stop burnig fat, and staet string it until crissis over.\nc) Exercise you have to it is easy, start slow. Walking is still the number # exercise excisting today. Yet think of all the people who wil drive X miles to get to exspensive gym, Ibet a walk every to gym and back again, without entering gym will have better pay off.  Although, weight training 2 to 4 times a week is also nessasary.LADIES fat and muscle are two entirely diifferrnet entities. Fat cannot turn into muscle or vise versa. Building lettle muscle will give shape and definetion along with strenge and a new self confide, freinds will want the name of your doctor(assuming he has acsess to magic" Happy pill"and lastly\nd) drink lots and lots of water,it flushes your system and keeps skin hydrated and heathy.  The last ou me make  excuses for at fisrt, but before kow it you'll love it and new found energy and self esteem. Keep your food as  close to nature as possable.  I"m not just talking  about vegetarians. Humans have aways been meat eaters I meam try to avoid prepackaged foods with labels that start off May Contain.....MARY
772999
There is no way you can target weight loss to any one part of the body - it's simply impossible.  Anyone who tells you otherwise is misinformed or trying to sell you something.\n\nThe only way to lose weight is to burn up more calories than you eat.  It's that simple.  Water is good for you and it has no calories, but it doesn't reduce fat, regardless of what temperature it is.
382922
you've been losing and gaining weight too frequently, your best bet is to exercise hard and alot... But it's definitely not a good thing !!
392299
Chances are, you are not overweight and you are just being fanatical. Don't starve yourself. Lack of food causes brain damage, which is a lot worse than being fat in my opinion. Why can't you just excercise like a normal person?
660106
You can't spot reduce.  In order to lose weight on any area of your body, you have to reduce your body fat percentage.  This means you have to go on a good fitness/diet plan.  Do something that fits into your schedule that you can "live" with.
343335
I don't understand, you weighed 369lbs and now your at 250lbs. That is fantastic weight loss.  Why are you an invalid?  What can't you do at 250?  It sounds like you have plateaued. Meaning no matter what you do you cant loose any more weight.  That might be only temporary Your body is adjusting and you don't want your Body to start thinking it is starving.  Can you get to a pool?  Water exercises even just walking in it can really keep the calories burning and save your joints.  You might go to an allergist and see if you have an allergy to any of the food you eat.  Many obese people have allergies to wheat and or corn.  Once they stop eating the foods that are allergens they began to loose weight.  You have done a great thing loosing all that weight. Don't give up.
151982
NO PAIN NO GAIN.  There is no easy way to lose weight.  \n\nTwo things:  1) Exercise\n             2) Decrease calories intake
179293
it's physically impossible to lose body fat soley from ONE part of the body. when you lose weight, that is a result of burning fat from EVERY body part. \nbut don't despair! there are things you can do to make it "look" like you have lost only from the waist, when in reality you'll have lost from all over: combining diets (if that's what you're doing to lose weight) with exersize programs and activities that exersize the waist can help you burn MORE fat at that point. that way you will have lost fat from all your body parts, but since the waist will be the only part getting exersized, THAT will look slightly slimmer and more fit. thus, people will think that you lost weight ONLY from there!! ;-) \n---good luck!
116092
Hi.  I've been battling with my weight since I was your age, I'm 21 now.  The biggest piece of advice I could offer you is to get moving.  Find some way to exercise everyday.  If you have a dog take it for a walk.  Or if you have younger siblings take them to the park and play with them.  There are so many things you can do to get moving.  And exercise is essential to weight loss.  For instance, take the stairs instead of the elevator or walk to school.  Whatever you do, though, don't do anything drastic.  Starving yourself or making yourself sick is not the way to go about getting rid of the weight.  Another thing, get support.  Talk to your parents, friends and teachers and let them know that you want to lose weight.  Get them to encourage you and help you as much as possible!\nYou can lose those pesky pounds! Good luck!
316205
you wanna lose weight you gotta do more output (excercise) than input (eating). So, either exercise MORE or eat LESS. The other writer is correct...there is no way to target fat loss....the body burns fat eventually when working out after it has burned the easy to burn stuff like carbs (sugars). So, you gotta do something aerobic...preferably for a longer period of time rather than shorter period of time. So, quit eating bad food, increase the amount of exercise you are doing, and maybe cut back slightly on the amount of food you are eating. The weight will come off...it is impossible for it not to.
468948
It always takes a long time to loose the last bit of weight. Just keep at it. It is also possible the weight you are at is the right one for you.
636716
weight is not meant to be lost quickly. That causes injury.
37205
It really depends do you need to lose the weight or are you skinny now and still feel the need?  Some people even when they get down to a normal weight for them the still feel that they are not skinny enough, my suggestion would be to talk to you doctor and have him or her see if you need to lose weight.
1110329
Hi sweetie.  Do you exercise?  You probably need to get out there and move around.  Also, you may not eat much, but watch what you do eat (sugars, etc.).  It's unfortunate, but some people can eat just about anything they want and never gain an ounce.  Others have to watch what they eat closely.\n\nP.S., do not pay attention to the extremely rude comment above me.
16489
I think to lose weight, you need to do a few things:\n\n1. Ask yourself-do you really need to lose weight? Check out some charts from the government on height vs. weight and see if you are in a healthy range. If you are but still feel overweight, maybe you just really need to tone up-weight bearing exercises can help with that. \n\n2. Ask yourself why you want to lose weight? The healthiest answer is for a healthier body. Don't do it to impress anyone or compete with someone else. Do it for yourself.\n\n3. Don't think of it as "diet", think "lifestyle change." Honestly, the only way to lose weight is to burn more calories than you consume. No matter what diet book or program you use, the bottom line is calorie restriction...no matter how they package it. \nBut this doesn't mean you have to be a freak about it. Simply make some adjustments to your portion sizes, add some exercise, choose healthier foods etc... These things can add up to burning more calories than consuming-which will end in weight loss.\n\n4. To make it as simple as possible-walk for exercise, eat lots of fruits and veggies, find low calorie alternatives to your favorite, fattening meals (like pizza...which I love...yum!) and reward  yourself for goals met. Also, don't get too hung up on the numbers on the scale or the size of your pants. Try to focus on your energy level, your mood, your complection...how you feel in general. \n\n5. Start slow, don't give up (if you really are overweight) and try to make it fun. Try new hobbies, try healthier dishes, exercise with friends/family etc. \n\n6. Of course, if you may have any health problems-make sure to consult a doctor first.
31894
being only 16 there are many factors involved in weight loss. first you should see your family doctor. he, her could determine the cause of of you being overweight, examples: heredity, diet, stress,medical reason(thyroid) or other causes. secondly i'm of the opinion that if there are no other factors involved, if you take in 4000 calories a day and only burn off 2000 you will gain weight, your body will store these as reserve fuel to be used at a later time when needed. but always consult with a doctor before beginning a diet to avoid adverse health problems, they could reccommend a proper and balanced set of guidelines for your situation.
1152916
You should have a medical check up.  hyperthyroidism, diabetes, viruses, malabsorption syndromes, other stuff can cause inability to gain weight with effort.