by DebbieJ MS RDN | Jan 21, 2020 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home, Nutrition
Question: Is the Keto diet recommended for everyone? -Kim Answer: NO. A ketogenic diet is one in which carbohydrates are severely restricted (nearly eliminated), fat consumption is high and protein intake is moderate-low. The body’s process of converting its...
by DebbieJ MS RDN | Jan 14, 2020 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home
Question: What is the best method of dieting for a beginner who began going to a gym and wants to lose weight in a quick but safe fashion that it will stay off? – Joseph An “ideal” diet plan for a beginner would depend on his or her lifestyle and commitment...
by DebbieJ MS RDN | Jan 9, 2020 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home
Question: I am a 38 year-old male, 250 pounds, 5’11” and I’ve been steadily working out since June and have lost almost 50 pounds, but I’m curious what is the right amount of protein that I should be taking in daily? I work out 5 or 6 days a...
by DebbieJ MS RDN | Dec 31, 2019 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home
Question: Hi, I was wondering if you would be able to help my girlfriend with her diet. We’re both LA Fitness members. She’s an avid swimmer and eats pretty healthy (usually eating far less than what I normally intake). She has a thyroid issue and suffers from GERD,...
by DebbieJ MS RDN | Dec 26, 2019 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home
Question: I am a pretty fit, over 50-year-old female. I eat anywhere from 1,200-1,400 calories per day. However, I’ve since learned my real issue is compulsive eating. I keep getting hungry and will crave sugary carbs (something I never really did when younger). I...