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27Aug/10Off

Going on a FAST for weight loss?

I should probably consult with a doctor about this, but yahoo! answers hardly fails me, so...

I am 18 years old in college and 200 pounds and a guy who is 5'7", just FYI. I have been struggling with my weight for quite some time now. Last semester, I put a lot of hard work into it, and it certainly helped, but not enough. Then, over the holiday break, without good cooking options (long story), I was restricted to fast foods; furthermore, I couldn't get to a gym. So I lost a lot of my work I had done. I know I need to persevere and work even harder, but I have started thinking about fasting in order to aid me with this process.

I've been told that fasting pretty much resets your metabolism, and weight loss becomes much easier to facilitate, especially with changes in appetite. I am seriously considering this sometime in the near future.

1. Has anyone ever fasted before?
2. Do you know anyone who's fasted before?
3. How long should I fast in order to achieve desired results?
4. What should I supplement myself with? Obviously lots of water, but what kinds of juice or vitamins?
5. Should I exercise when I'm fasting?
6. Basically, how can I go about this in the most healthy and beneficial way?

And if you have any other pearls of wisdom or web links, please share them. Thanks!
Can I still drink green tea? I am addicted to caffeine, and I am unwilling to quit it. I have even quit caffeine before for about 3 months, but you can noticeably tell a difference, and with life the way it is, I need to be alert and energized.

22Aug/10Off

What is the best way to grow hair long and fast?

Well I have been trying to grow my hair out for about 3 years now, and it has only grown approx. 4 inches..and yeah, I am female so expect me to make a fuss out of it,haha. But I have been taking extra vitamins for it, tried a salon brand shampoo/conditioner. Not seeing fantastic results. I have that L'OREAL Lash Serum and eyelashes are hair so I am tempted to try it, haha. But before I go crazy I must ask Yahoo people! So is there a for sure thing product, or natural remedy or anything that is THE best?
Please, no smartass comments like "get extensions" And If you are going to comment, please be serious and give me your best answer.
Thanks~

22Aug/10Off

Will you try my tip for better, clear, smooth, skin???

I bought baby wipes yesterday and used it on my skin morning and night. It make one of my acne scars go away real faster and it made my skin feel incrediblity smooth and clear. You can use any type of brand as long as it contains coconut oil, aloe vera, vitamin e.

it works wonder and you can easily remove your makeup with it =]

i know this question will probably be deleted by yahoo answers stff or reported because it's "chatting" but oh well

19Aug/10Off

How good is Enbrel for Ankylosing spondylits? Dose it help so good?

I am suffering Ankylosing Spondyltis. I have used Methrotrxate, sulfasalzin, Folic Acid, Proxen, Multi Vitamins,Vitamin D+ calcium. I do not eat any form food made of weat. rice. I use product made of milk. I have improved well. and going to start enbrel though it costs to much. but I do not know what result it brings any one who can tell me its goodness or worstness. before I start, i am going to start it on 24th of jan. kindly tell me as much as you know. thank

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17Aug/10Off

Cancer Curing Cannabis Oil: How Much MARIJUANA Should I Ingest?

Daily News @ RevolutionNews.US ~ Hemp Oil Dosage Information... It takes the average person about 90 days to ingest the full 60 gram treatment. I suggest that people start with 3 doses per day about half the size of a grain of dry rice. A dose such as this would equal about ΒΌ of a drop. After four days at this dosage, increase your doses every four days until you are at the point where you are ingesting about 1 gram in 24 hours, so each dose should equal 1 of a gram. It takes the average person about 5 weeks to get to the point where they can ingest a gram per day. Once they reach this dosage they can continue at this rate until the cancer disappears. A gram is just slightly less than 1ml. By using this method it allows the body to build up its tolerance slowly, in fact, I have many reports from people who took the oil treatment and never got 'high'. We all have different tolerances for any medication. Your size and body weight have little to do with your tolerance for hemp oil. Be aware when commencing treatment with hemp oil that it will lower your blood pressure, so if you are currently taking blood pressure medication, it is very likely that you will no longer need it. When people are taking the oil, I like to see them stay within their comfort zone, but the truth is, the faster you take the oil the better the chance of surviving. At the end of their treatment most people continue taking the oil but at a much reduced rate. 6 to 12 grams a year would be a good ...

11Aug/10Off

want longer, healthier hair?

hello all. I am a licensed hair stylist and I am tired of answering the same question over & over. So i decided i would post this to help answer..
" how do i get longer hair??" or "how do i get healthier hair???"

i SWARE by this shamppo & conditioner.

http://paynesbeautysupply-salon.stores.yahoo.net/mantahegr311.html

yes, it is made for horses manes- that is why it works so well. this actual one is made specificly out of olive oil complex to help with hair growth. I do not work for this company, this is just where most of the salons around here get their product. You can buy it at ANY BEAUTY SUPPLY store-not drugstores.

other things that will help,
-avoid washing EVERYDAY
-ALWAYS USE A HEAT PROTECTANT - for blowdrying and straightening & curling of course
-take vitamins
-not from a drugstore..but your local vitamin store to get the BEST ABSORBTION. take biotin & folic acid.

I did this for 3 weeks (vitamins & this shampoo& conditioner) and my hair grew ONE INCH. personally, for me- that was AMAZING.

i know youll be satisfied with the results. =)

hope i was of some help ladies!!!!

why not wash your hair everyday???

because you are striping your hair of its natural oils-that it actually uses to stay healthy & grow.

**when using that shampoo& conditioner pack. use a deep conditioning treatment once a week..you can get that anywhere but the brand "mane & tail" actually makes one as well.

11Aug/10Off

What nutrients can the body absorb from exposure to sunlight? Why is exposure to sunlight good for humans?

Know about Vitamin D synthesis. Heard it is possible to receive and store more energy from sunlight by keeping Omega 3 levels up in body. Want to document reasons why sunlight is good for the body to counter obsessive trend toward slathering on sun screen for fear of cancer. Read in Yahoo! article that oncologists say sunscreen itself is proving to be more carcinogenic than reasonable exposure to sun! Thanks in advance for response.

1Aug/10Off

What are the best natural digestive aids?

Seems that I'm punished after most meals and have intestinal distress and a quick trip to the restroom takes place (mostly in the evening). I know I have lactose (milk) interolance, so I take aid for that, and fried foods can set me off.

What natural herbs, supplements, dietary aids are available from the natural vitamin / health food stores that seem to help with the digestive process? I'm tired of loosing what nutrician I am ingest and being angry with myself for even eating. Seems like I keep getting punished for eating over & over.

Any suggestions?

081407 1:05
Healthyhilda, that is what I am thinking...I need some natural good flora bacteria's introduced. I take a multiple B / time released to aid with the fried foods, but sometimes I still have to be careful. Now when I think of it...I remember my Grandpa would eat a small cake of yeast! each day (yep the type for baking), and swore by it. He felt that you needed a bowel mvmt every day or something was wrong. I'm not very consistant...
5 of you had ideal answers! How can I choose? Drat!!!!!!!!!!
I'm leaving it up to the Yahoo Community on this one.
Thanks to ALL for answering!
GREAT responses! Will try all suggestions, one at a time...

18Jul/10Off

Is the tresemme vitamin b12 & gelatin anti-breakage shampoo really that bad?

I bought it a couple days ago and I've only used it once. It seemed to work fine, but I blowdryed my hair so I'm not sure (I normally never blowdry it). I just read this article (http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/beauty/10-drugstore-shampoos-you-shouldnt-buy-even-if-theyre-on-sale-527242/) and I was extremely unsure wether I should keep using it or if it will damage my hair. Any ideas?

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