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Losing weight
Definition
To successfully lose weight, you must carry out a plan to balance your caloric intake with exercise. Ideally, dieting should be done by eating a nutritionally balanced, low-calorie diet and increasing physical activity.
Alternative NamesWeight loss - intentional; Dieting - fad diets; Fad diets
Information
The terms overweight and obese describe excess body weight. Overweight typically refers to weight 10% above the expected body weight for height and build. Obese refers to being 20% over the target. The greater the excess, the more significant the health risk.
Your health care provider has charts and tables used to determine what your target weight should be, which varies according to gender, height, age, and bone structure.
A simpler and more useful piece of information is Body Mass Index (BMI). The BMI is calculated by dividing your weight (in kilograms) by the square of your height (in meters).
To figure out your weight in kilograms, multiply your weight in pounds by 0.45. To obtain your height in meters, first multiply your height in inches by 2.5, then divide that number by 100. Don't forget to square that result (multiply it by itself) when you use it in the equation.
To fall within the "healthy range" on the BMI, your result should be within 20 and 25. Results both lower and higher than these values are associated with significant health risks.
Another important piece of information is your percentage of body fat. This can be determined by a registered dietitian or an exercise physiologist. Using an instrument called a caliper, the thickness of a fold of skin is measured (for example, on the back of the arm) to estimate your total body fat.
The average adult woman of normal weight in the United States may have 20-30% body fat. Adult men in the United States average 10-20% body fat. Athletes usually have less, pregnant women usually have more.
WEIGHT LOSS
Although there are many programs advertised to help you lose weight, the only proven long-term and safe method is to burn more calories than you consume.
This is achieved either by reducing the caloric intake (eat less food or healthier food) or by increasing the energy expenditure (exercise more). Often, behavior modification techniques like eating smaller portions are used to help control eating habits. Once the weight is lost, these habits can be modified slightly for weight maintenance.
If you have unintentional weight loss, it can be a symptom of various medical or psychiatric disorders, or it can be due to increasing your exercise or decreasing your food intake.
HEALTHY CALORIE INTAKE
The U.S. Committee on Dietary Allowance has published recommended energy intakes (number of calories) for various age and sex groups. For example, a 20 year-old women who weighs 128 lbs needs 2,200 calories every day to maintain her weight.
This value would increase if she were pregnant or nursing a child, and it would decrease if she were trying to lose weight. The tables containing these values are available through nutritionists and online.
WEIGHT LOSS TIPS
One pound of fat contains approximately 3,500 calories, so to lose one pound a week, a person should consume approximately 3,500 fewer calories per week. This can be done by reducing the daily intake by 500 calories per day (500 x 7 days will provide a deficit of 3,500 calories per week). To lose 2 pounds per week, a deficit of 1,000 calories per day is required.
If this seems impossible, remember that physical activity also contributes significantly to weight loss. The deficit of 500 to 1,000 calories can come from a combination of increased physical activity and reduced intake on a daily basis.
Therefore, you don't need to experience significant food deprivation. The lowest intake per day recommended for women is 1,200 calories, unless they are in a medically-supervised, very low-calorie regimen which may have a daily level of 500 to 800 calories per day.
The lowest level recommended for men is 1,500 calories per day. A very low-calorie diet can also be used by males if they are in a medically-supervised program.
Tips for preventing weight gain:
Avoid foods that are high in fat and sugar.
Reduce how much alcohol you drink.
Avoid stress, frustration, and boredom.
If you are depressed, seek medical treatment.
Avoid a sedentary lifestyle by increasing your activity level:
Perform aerobic exercise for at least 30 minutes a day, 3 times a week .
Increase physical activity by walking rather than driving.
Climb stairs rather than using an elevator or escalator.
Always talk to your health care provider before starting an exercise program.
SUMMARY
For weight loss to be successful, here is a summary of basic guidelines:
Aerobic physical activity will assist in increasing muscle tissue which will burn more calories. You should plan on 20-minute sessions at least 3 times per week.
Gradual changes in eating habits will help encourage a permanent lifestyle change.
A slow weight loss of 1 or 2 pounds a week, until the desirable body weight is reached, is best.
RESOURCES
A registered dietitian is an excellent resource for individualized weight loss. Dietitians can provide information on classes and programs available in the community.
By far, the most well-known, community-based support group is Weight Watchers. Members meet every week and learn about healthy eating while encouraging each other in their weight loss goals.
Consumer brochures can be obtained from the Federal Trade Commission on evaluation of commercial weight loss programs.
FAD DIETS
A fad diet is one that makes unrealistic promises. Most fad diets are very low in carbohydrates and in calories, causing fluid loss from the body, which indicates a loss of weight on the scale. Once the body gets rehydrated with water, the weight will come right back.
Evaluation of a fad diet:
Is the diet medically and nutritionally safe? Get an opinion from a physician and a registered dietitian.
Red flags for fad diets include: overemphasis on a specific food group or groups, limited food choices, and a "calories do not count" approach.
These are ways to decide whether to use a diet or not. If there is no nutritionally or medically reliable information provided, and if there are no statistics to back the claims, then it is not a good diet to consider. Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is.

Lipitor

Lipitor Generic Name: Atorvastatin (a-TOR-va-STAT-in)

Brand Name: Lipitor
Lipitor is used for:
Lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients. It also increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL, "good") cholesterol levels. It is used along with an appropriate diet. It is used in certain patients to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, chest pain caused by angina, or blood vessel blockage. It is also used in certain patients to reduce the risk of hospitalization for congestive heart failure, or the need for medical procedures to open blocked heart blood vessels. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Lipitor is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as a "statin." It works by reducing the production of certain fatty substances in the body, including cholesterol.

Do NOT use Lipitor if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Lipitor
you have liver problems or unexplained abnormal liver function tests
you are pregnant or breast-feeding
you are taking an HIV protease inhibitor (eg, ritonavir), itraconazole, or mibefradil
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Lipitor :
Some medical conditions may interact with Lipitor . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are planning to become pregnant
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have low blood pressure, a serious infection, or a history of seizures
if you have metabolism, hormonal, or electrolyte problems
if you drink alcohol or have a history of liver problems or alcohol abuse
if you have recently had major surgery, a serious injury, or a stroke
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Lipitor . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Amiodarone, azole antifungals (eg, itraconazole, ketoconazole), colchicine, diltiazem, fibrates (eg, gemfibrozil, clofibrate), fluconazole, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), imatinib, immunosuppressants (eg, cyclosporine), macrolides (eg, erythromycin), mibefradil, nefazodone, niacin, non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (eg, delavirdine), streptogramins (eg, dalfopristin), telithromycin, vasopressin receptor antagonists (eg, conivaptan), verapamil, or voriconazole because they may increase the risk of muscle or kidney problems
Bosentan, carbamazepine, rifampin, or St. John's wort because they may decrease Lipitor 's effectiveness
Digoxin, hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills), macrolide immunosuppressants (eg, tacrolimus), or spironolactone because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Lipitor
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Lipitor may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Lipitor :
Use Lipitor as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Lipitor by mouth with or without food.
Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice at the same time you take Lipitor . Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may increase the risk of side effects from Lipitor . Talk to your doctor before including grapefruit or grapefruit juice in your diet while taking Lipitor .
Continue to take Lipitor even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Lipitor , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lipitor .
Important safety information:
Lipitor may cause dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Lipitor with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Drinking alcohol daily or in large amounts may increase the risk of liver problems with Lipitor . Check with your doctor before drinking alcohol while you are taking Lipitor .
Follow the diet and exercise program given to you by your health care provider.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Lipitor before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Women who may become pregnant should use effective birth control while taking Lipitor . Check with your doctor if you have questions about using birth control.
Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness to your doctor right away, especially if you also have a fever or general body discomfort.
Lab tests, including blood cholesterol levels and liver function tests, may be performed while you use Lipitor . These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 10 years old and in those who have not reached puberty; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Lipitor if you are pregnant. It may cause harm to the fetus. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. It is not known if Lipitor is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Lipitor .
Possible side effects of Lipitor :
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; gas; headache; stomach pain or upset; weakness.Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bone, joint, or tendon pain; change in the amount of urine produced; chest pain; dark urine; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; flu-like symptoms; joint pain; muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (with or without fever or fatigue); painful or frequent urination; pale stools; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe stomach pain; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; yellowing of the eyes or skin.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately.Proper storage of Lipitor :
Store Lipitor at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Lipitor out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
If you have any questions about Lipitor , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Lipitor is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Lipitor . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

viagra

Viagra Generic Name: Sildenafil Tablets 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg (sil-DEN-ah-fill)
Brand Name: Viagra

Viagra is used for:
Treating sexual function problems in men, such as impotence or erectile dysfunction, and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Viagra is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor. It works by helping the blood flow into the penis to achieve and maintain an erection.

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