Can I lose weight this way?

Question

I'm 17, 5'0 and 98 lbs. Don't tell me not to lose weight - I'm determined to be 90 lbs. I have a very small body frame - Please try to understand.

If I eat 1200 - 1300 calories a day and go to the gym almost every day, using an elliptical to burn off 300 - 400 calories a time, will I lose weight? Is this healthy? Should I add muscle training too? But isn't it impossible to gain muscle and lose weight at the same time, because of the calorie restriction?

Also, how long would it take to lose the 8 lbs?

THANKS!

Answer 1

first of all you are fine at 98

and second the best way to loose weight is with lots of fat yes fat and meat

Answer 2

There is no need to worry about the amount of calories you consume as about eating the proper foods.  Rotate your foods, and be sure to eat a variety of foods.  Eat meals that consist of a balance of proteins, complex carbohydrates, and some fat.  Proteins can increase your metabolic rate by as much as 30%, and help to balance the release of insulin by prompting secretion of the pancreatic hormone glucagons.  Protein-induced glucagons, mobilizes fats from the tissues in which it is stored, thus aiding in weight loss.  By eating balanced meals you get more steady blood sugar levels and the ability to burn stored body fat for long-term weight loss.  Eat mainly plant proteins, such as nut, seeds, and grains.

Eat fresh fruits and an abundance of raw vegetables.  Have one meal each day that consists entirely of vegetables and fruits.  Use more low calorie vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, green beans, kale, lettuce, onions, radishes, spinach, and turnips.  Eat more of the low calorie, low-carbohydrate fruits including,  apples, cantaloupe, grapefruit, strawberries, and watermelon.

Eat foods raw where possible.  Drink 8 – 10 glasses of water each day.  Also include home made fruit juices and vegetable juices in your diet.  Eat a wide variety of fruits and vegetables - at least all kinds that you can get your hands on.  Just eat more of the low cal., low carb ones.  And do not forget to take exercise.  

How long it takes would depend on your metabolic system.