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Eman Ahmed, the 500-kg Egyptian and possibly the worlds heaviest woman, will have to lose four-fifths of her weight to reach a healthy size.

Ahmed, who was admitted to Saifee Hospital on Friday, began her treatment on Monday, doctors said. As Eman is immobile, the first goal is to help her sit, eat and use a bathroom without help.

The ultimate goal is to bring Eman to a sustainable and healthy weight of under 100kg. Doctors are hopeful of achieving a weight reduction of about 150-200kg in the first six months.

Originally about 500kg, Eman has lost about 20kg during the three week period of continued monitoring and treatment, provided by a team of doctors who had travelled to her home town, Alexandria, Egypt.

Dr Muffazal Lakdawala, Emans doctor and chairman of Minimal Invasive Surgical Sciences and Research Center at Saifee Hospital, said that for the first four weeks, the goal is to treat her fluid retention issue. The ailment results in excessive build-up of fluids in the circulatory system, body tissues, or cavities in the body, causing weight gain.

The weight of fluids in her body is about 70-100kg. Once that is cleared, we will monitor her development and take a call on the bariatric surgery, said Dr Lakdawala.

Dr Hemal Shah, head of the department of nephrology at the hospital, said that while water retention doesnt usually result in an increase of more than 5-10kg, it is different in Emans case. While the body mass index (BMI), a measure of body fat based on height and weight of a normal person is about 24, Emans BMI is almost ten times higher at 252. Doctors from the hospital said she also suffers from ailments such as severe lymphedema, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, hypothyroidism, severe obstructive and restrictive lung disease, gout and sleep apnea. She is at a high risk of pulmonary embolism.Doctors said the line of treatment will follow a systematic and holistic approach. Bariatric specialists from the US, UK and Australia suggested that Eman should not be rushed into surgery.

The result of gene study will identify which of the 91 different types of genes isolated with obesity-related syndromes are causing the problem. Depending on the diagnosing of the monogenic disorder disorders caused by a single defective gene on the autosomes a call will be taken, said Dr Zoya Brar, Managing Director of Core Diagnostic. She added that Emans lipid profiles are indicative of a positive trend and a lot of drugs are now available to treat monogenic disorders.

Nutritionists at the hospital started following Emans diet starting on Monday. Carlyne Remedios, senior nutritionist said her diet will change according to the developments. For two days after she arrived, we let her continue her old diet. Now, she has been put on liquid, protein rich diet, with fibre and dairy supplements, said Remedios.

Eman, who consumed about 1500 calories daily will now receive 1200 calories. Moderately active 35-year-old women those who walk 1.5 to 3 miles daily require about 2,000 calories a day while active ones those who walk more than 3 miles need about 2,200. The difference is owing to Emans extremely low metabolism, which doesnt allow her to release calories normally.

Dr Lakdawala said one of the positive aspects of the case was ruling out any partial paralysis. Local doctors had diagnosed her with partial paralysis in right hand and right leg after the stroke she suffered two years ago. But I asked her to move her right hand and leg, which she did, said Dr Lakdawala.

Doctors will also work on her extremely low metabolism rate which is assisting the weight gain. A metabolism rate of an individual refers to the amount of calories a person frees from their body per unit time. Right now, Emans body absorbs most of what she eats. Our long term goal is to bring the rate down to 20-25%, said Dr Lakdawala. Doctors will also work on the size of her intestine to reduce food intake.

Language barriers and engineering wonders

Officials from Saifee said it took Eman two hours to travel from her home in Alexandria to the airport. Huzaifa Sherani, COO, Saifee Hospital said local engineers were not fluent in English and he could not speak Arabic. We communicated through graphs and bonded over coffee, which is called kavaa in the local language. Our intention was to break the wall of Emans bedroom, safely lift her bed and put it in the vehicle en route to the airport. About 400 cargo specialists and government officials from both countries were a part of the logistical support provided to bring Eman 6,000km from Egypt to Mumbai, said Sherani

Emans room at the hospital

Emans room at Saifee hospital is 1000 sq ft and contains a patient room, an attendants room, a scrub room, and a toilet. It has been furnished with a Citadel Plus Bariatric Care system, a chain pulley, a lifting swing to help Eman when she needs to relieve herself, a Drager Fabius GS, an anaesthesia machine, a central monitoring system, an infusion pump, a Intellivue MP40, an Injectomat Syringe Pump, a C arm BV Pulsera, a Patent Warmer, Suction Machine, page writer TC20, A Lourano Chair and other equipment

Emans family

Emans sister Shaimaa a former engineer left her job to take care of her. She has a two-year-old daughter who is currently staying with her grandmother in Alexandria. While Eman lost her father six months ago, her mother stitches clothes to earn an income. Every organisation involved in transporting and treating Eman is working on pro-bono basis to ensure that the family doesnt have to bear the burden of the extensive cost. Emans air-transport alone cost about Rs83 lakh, which the Saifee Hospital trust paid for.

Fund-raising collects Rs 7, 20, 302

A fundraiser set up under the banner Save Eman has managed to collect Rs7, 20, 302. The campaign on BitGiving was set up to help Emans family. The money will be transferred to a separate account and will cover the cost of her treatment in India. The link to the account is https://www.bitgiving.com/SaveEmanCause

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When searching for Mr. or Ms. Right, online dating is now so widely accepted that personal safety sometimes gets overlooked.

After all, most dates that start online end up in either a love connection or with the two of you going your separate ways.

But it is easy to let your guard down or find yourself in an unsafe situation especially if Grey Goose swoops in. Thats why its important to have a few common-sense strategies that keep you safe, according to law enforcement experts and others.

Here are seven tips to keep in mind as you look for love online:

1. Tell someone

Tell your friends where youre going and when youll be home, saidHelen Fisher, a senior research fellow with the famed Kinsey Institute and chief scientific advisor to Match.com. Create a routine with a buddy that includes checking in by phone if the date goesto another location, when it wraps up and when youre safely home. Sure, it seems like a lot of workunless something actually goes wrong.

2. Go easy on the alcohol

Sorry for the buzzkill, but Fisher advises making the first date alcohol free. If you do drink, Det. Trent Thurber, who works on the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Departments high-tech task force, suggested limiting alcohol and added, Dont let someone bring a drink to you unless you see it come straight from the bar or waitstaff.(Since the beginning of 2015, there have been 85 reported incidents of rape by intoxication in Los Angeles County, he said.)

3. Limit the personal data you reveal

This goes beyond what you reveal to a Tinder date. In general, practice a little discretion, experts said. You dont want personal details, such as your address, or precisely where you plan to be on Saturday night, floating around out there on social media. Most of the time, it wont matter unless it does.

4. Do a little online sleuthing

Although you dont want to reveal too much about yourself,dont hesitate to take advantage of a suitor who doesnt follow suit. Local celebrity chef Devin Alexander saidshe Googles every date even searching for their photos and phone number.

Youd be surprised what Ive found. Everything from peoples addresses to engagement announcements, to someone selling an engagement ring on Craigslist, Alexander said. This stuff can lead to learning who the person really is. (And maybe how old they really are.)

5. Talk actually talk before the first date

It may be tempting to schedule the first datevia text message. But dont. Talking by phone will help you get a feel for the person, Thurber said.

Ask as many questions as you can to vet them even ask some awkward questions, says Thurber. Ask if they have ever been arrested, Thurber suggested. (No doubt, a bold question, and the person could lie. But how they respond allows your intuition to kick in.)

6. Theres safety in crowds

Hiking seems like a romantic first date, considering all the great hiking and walking spots available in Los Angeles County. But a hiking date could take you to a remote location with a stranger, andits likely to mean spending hours together with someone you might have an immediate aversion to.

Fisher suggests keeping the first date to about one hour, and always meet in a public place during the day.

7. Go home alone

This might be the single most controversial bit of advice on thislist. (It certainly sounds boring and old fashioned.) But Thurber argued his point this way: Youre still getting to know this stranger.Whether he or she becomes the love of your life is yet to be determined thats why its always good to exercise some caution, he said.

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LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 05, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthy weight loss is one of the most popular resolutions for the New Year. However, many people need extra support in reaching their goals safely. Nutritional counseling and lifestyle advice are available services that support patients 2017 health and fitness goals at Lynch Chiropractic Center. Patients are empowered when working with specially-trained staff and can reach healthy weight loss goals and improve their overall health. Start off the New Year with effective and healthy weight loss tips from Lynch Chiropractic Center.

Learn how to stay on the path to sustainable and healthy weight loss goals. The majority of food choices should be healthy, whole food options. Indulging in sweets or high-fat foods should only be done in moderation. Begin to make small steps to improved wellness with one habit at a time. Drink a minimum of 32 ounces of water before lunch can improve digestion and reduce fatigue. Walk 30 minutes or more a day. Walk during a break or after lunch and park the car farther in a parking lot to squeeze in more movement. Tennis, swimming, and running are also excellent ways to provide the necessary cardio activity for the body. Turn fat to muscle and improve metabolic activity with two strength-training sessions a week. For those who dont want to pay for a gym membership, exercise videos and communities are available online. Find a video or two to work into daily routines to improve muscle tone and reduce excess weight. Additionally, add more fruits and vegetables into a diet and reduce consumption of red meats. Explore interesting culinary options on a Meatless Monday and get the family involved in finding new and intriguing meat-optional recipes. Lentil chili, vegetarian Indian dishes, and beans and rice are heart-healthy and low-fat options.

Isnt it time to commit to a healthier you? said Dr. Kevin Lynch. The holidays and associated stress often get in the way of healthy habits resulting in increased irritability, weight gain, inflammation, and fatigue. Our nutritional services and lifestyle advice can gently steer patients back on the right path and help them achieve and maintain their health-related New Years resolutions. Lose weight safely, improve general health, and boost energy with the advice from our experts at Lynch Chiropractic Center.

Dr. Kevin Lynch of Lynch Chiropractic Center has served the Lexington community for over 30 years. The team is committed to helping patients reach and maintain an optimal state of health. They welcome new patients with their special of $25 for an initial visit that includes exam, consultation, and X-rays. Services include chiropractic care, corrective exercise, lifestyle advice, nutritional counseling, and spinal and postural screenings.

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From Atkins to The Z Diet, there are hundreds of weight loss programmes to choose from if you're trying to slim down.

But as one nutritionist has revealed, some of the most well-known and trendiest diets could actually pose a danger to your health.Registered nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert has unveiled the fad diets that you should never follow if you want to stay healthy, from the popular juice cleanse to becoming a vegan on a whim.

Juice cleanse

Any suggestion that the human body can be detoxed with a juice cleanse is incorrect. We are naturally designed to remove toxins using our liver and kidneys a juice cleanse won't perform such a detox.

Those who promote juicing often claim that drinking juice is better than eating whole fruits and vegetables because removing fibre makes nutrients easier to absorb. However, there is no scientific research to support this claim.

Antioxidants are often bound to the fibre in fruit and vegetables and countless research studies suggest that the lack of fibre in juices significantly reduces any supposed health benefits.

Consuming well under 1,000 calories per day from juices will likely result in a stark calorie deficit and weight-loss will be inevitable. But this is extremely difficult to sustain for more than a few days and while a juice diet may help initially with slimming, any severe calorie restriction can slow down your metabolism long-term.

Juices should not be used as meal replacements. They do not contain sufficient protein nor healthy fat - both of which are required by the body. In fact, drinking juice over a long period of time could increase the risk of metabolic syndrome, liver damage and even obesity.

Veganism

At this time of year, many people try veganism to become healthier and lose weight.But only by safely applying a vegan diet will you avoid deficiency in key nutrients.

There are some nutrients that can only be obtained from plants such as vitamin C, and others that can only be obtained from animal sources such as Vitamin B12, which is involved in the function of every cell in the body and brain.As it isn't found in any non-animal product (except algae), studies suggest vegans are more often than not deficient in this critical nutrient. Other nutrients often forgotten in a vegan diet include vitamin D, omega-3 and iron.

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Protein is of course vital for muscle and bone health but also for cells affecting our skin and hair. With about 20 per cent of the human body made up of protein, its important to get an adequate amount from your diet every single day. Thankfully, there are plenty of delicious, protein-rich plant-based foods to consider incorporating into your diet, including tofu, lentils, quinoa, hemp, chia and beans.

Alkaline diet

This weight loss scheme is based on the claim that modern diets cause our body to produce too much acid, which is then turned into fat, leading to weight gain. High acidity levels have also been blamed on conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, tiredness, and kidney and liver disorders.

An alkaline diet reduces the number of acid-producing foods you eat, such as meat, grains, refined sugar, dairy, caffeine, alcohol and processed foods, in favour of alkaline foods.Ultimately, the diet will consist of a great deal of fruit and vegetables and a small amount of protein.

While the advice to cut back on processed foods, alcohol, caffeine and refined sugar is good, any weight loss associated with this diet is largely down to the fact these unhealthy foods have been cut out, rather than anything to do with acid and alkaline.

The human body regulates its own acidity levels, regardless of what you eat and drink.

Unlike so many other diets, the alkaline diet is not unhealthy, but its claims are simply not supported by science and human physiology.

Meal replacements

The idea is to restrict calories by eating a range of bars, soups, and shakes, as well as having a few low-calorie meals.

Like with any calorie-restricting diet, weight loss can be dramatic. Despite some products being fortified with vitamins and minerals to ensurenutritionisn't lost, the very mindset of giving up normal meals and swapping them for a snack bar or a shake can be boring, socially isolating and difficult to maintain long-term.

And while fortified products are a welcome addition to any restrictive diet, the inclusion of sugar and artificial chemicals is definitely not, with studies suggesting that they will limit any health benefits from vitamins and minerals.

A blackcurrent and apple shake, for example, contains 44.1g of sugar per 100g significantly above your recommended daily intake.

Low calory meal plans

Low-calorie weight loss programmes are based on your Body Mass Index (BMI) score, which will dictate how many meals a day you have.

This diet does advise you to see a GP before you start and can fit into a busy schedule - but it has many drawbacks. Restricting carbohydrates and fibre will result in side effects such as tiredness, dizziness, and constipation, making this plan unsustainable long-term.

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It could also impact on your mental well-being. Without any allowance for spontaneous eating out, they are unsustainable as diet plans.Any low-calorie diet that involves eating 1,000 calories a day or less should not be followed for more than 12 continuous weeks and should require professional medical supervision.

Low fat meal plans

These diets encourage the swapping of high-fat foods for low-fat foods which are naturally filling. But this idea is out-dated, with healthy fats now considered a crucial element in our meals.

On these diets, some items are considered 'free foods' which can be eaten in unlimited amounts including fruit, vegetables, pasta, meat, fish and eggs. No calorie counting is involved and no foods are banned, and it's said you could lose one or two pounds a week.But without any education surrounding portion sizes and nutritional intake, many will find it difficult to understand what to do when the programme ends and struggle to keep the weight off long-term.

There would also be a temptation to fill up on 'free foods' such as processed meats without any concern for the salt, sugar and other unhealthy additives contained in them.With many carbohydrates restricted, these diets will only worsen some people's obsessive fear of supposed 'bad foods'.

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Start by thinking about what you want to gain from losing weight and if you feel ready. Losing weight isn't easy. You need to be ready to sign up to the challenge and get through some potentially tough times to achieve your goal. What works for you might be very different for someone else but below are some ideas to think about that may help keep you motivated.

If you have tried to lose weight in the past and it didn't go too well, try and identify what went wrong. Then think about how you can change things this time. Were there any triggers that made you eat more? Decide upfront how you're going to tackle these. Or you might identify that you need more support, or to build more exercise into your life to help keep the weight off.

Think about what really motivates you and how you can use this to stick to your weight-loss plan. It might help to write down your weight-loss goal and put it on the fridge as a constant reminder. Or you might be more motivated by the thought of being able to fit in those old jeans that are currently too tight. Try to pin down what motivates you and use this in your weight-loss plan.

Make sure you build some rewards into your plan if you achieve your goals, or to help you keep going if you're struggling. As well as giving yourself a pat on the back for losing weight, celebrate when you've conquered bad habits too. But don't reward yourself with food! Think about other things such as a spa treatment or trip to a sports event. Get a list together before you start it might be that extra motivation you need.

While it's great to be determined to achieve your goals, don't be too hard on yourself if you slip up once in a while. With all the willpower in the world, life can still throw up some serious temptations to knock you off course. Accept that this will happen and that its not the end of the world or your diet. Get straight back on track and dont let the slip-up make you lose sight of the progress you're making. Hopefully, you'll learn from it and can lessen the chances of it happening again.

Though it may sound easier said than done, if you want to lose weight you can do it just go for it!

Another element of losing weight is to change certain behaviours. Many of us have an array of deep-seated bad habits. Examples are anything from always eating something sweet after meals to having our local take-away on speed dial for after a bad day. A lot of this can revolve around comfort or 'emotional' eating, so it's important to take steps to recognise this. Pay more attention to what you're eating, when and why youre eating it.

Some people find it helps to practise mindfulness meditation to combat emotional eating. This is a technique whereby you train yourself to tolerate, and accept hunger, weight, and exercise-related thoughts and urges. You also learn to cope with guilt and anxiety about food.

There are tools that can help you practice mindfulness meditation. These include the following.

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People who suffer from diabetes and are overweight increase their risk for heart disease, high blood pressure and other problems. They also have a need for a much higher dose of insulin and may have trouble adjusting to a healthy diet or an exercise program because their blood sugar is so uneven that they often feel too tired or too weak. If you want to lose weight but have diabetes, there are some basic rules you need to follow.

Get your doctor's approval before starting a weight loss program. This is especially important if you are also exercising, as this will affect your glucose levels.

Don't fast, ever. Instead, plan your meals so you eat often but in small quantities. Fasting is extremely dangerous for a diabetic, especially if done frequently. Skipping meals is also bad for your waistline: when you avoid food for more than 3 hours, your blood sugar drops and your body actually holds on to fat as a defense mechanism.

Replace high-fat foods with their lower-fat alternatives. For example, switching to skim milk, skinless poultry or low-fat margarine can not only help you safely lose weight, but it will also protect your heart and reduce your chances of suffering other health problems.

Visit the website of the American Diabetes Association to learn more about safely dieting and exercising as a diabetic (see Resources below). The website will help you plan a diet, give you tips on what foods to avoid while trying to lose weight and teach you how to exercise safely.

Use artificial sweeteners or do without. If you have a sweet tooth, you can try some of the sugar-free desserts available for diabetic people at supermarkets and health food stores, but don't overdo it. While these foods will not raise your blood sugar too much (they do have a slight effect), they tend to be high in fat and lacking in fiber, so you may still have trouble losing weight if you consume too much of them.

Exercise. You will need to ask your doctor what activities are the best for your particular situation (which will take into consideration your age, overall health, how much insulin you take and other factors), but simple workouts that center on walking, biking or weight training can help with your weight loss goals while also stabilizing your blood sugar.

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There are many reasons why someone may want to lose weight fast, such as a wedding or a beach holiday. However, it is important to take a healthy approach to weight loss and to avoid putting the pounds back on again after a fad diet.

The tactic is not without its pitfalls. The British Dietetic Association carried out a survey in 2004. A third of people questioned said they had ended up heavier than before they went on a diet. The BDA says that is probably because fad diets are so popular these days.

If it sounds too good to be true then it probably is. Be wary of diets that insist on avoiding whole groups of foods. Diets that tell you to eat only specific foods (like cabbage) are another sign of a fad diet. Be sceptical about claims that certain foods (such as grapefruit) have magical fat-burning qualities. You should also be careful about any diet that focuses on how good you will look rather than on how much more healthy you will be.

You can safely lose over 2lbs (1.3 kilos) a week at home with a healthy diet and lots of exercise, says dietician and weight loss counsellor Katherine Tallmadge.

In fact, having a goal like looking good at a wedding or reunion can be a great motivator, as long as you follow a weight loss plan that you can keep up after the special event. However, you need to plan ahead and allow enough time to make changes to your shape.

Losing weight is a simple concept: you need to burn more calories than you eat. The British Nutrition Foundation recommends a sensible weight loss of 1-2 lbs (approximately 0.5-1.0 kg) a week. This could mean cutting energy intake by about 500-1000 kcals a day. However, the actual reduction will depend on how much weight needs to be lost, how active the person is and whether they are male or female.

If you want to lose weight faster, you'll need to eat less and exercise more. Essentially, you need to eat no more than 1,050 to 1,200 calories per day (for important health reasons calorie intake should not be lower than this) and take one hour of exercise a day. On this type of plan, you can expect to lose 2-4 lbs (1.3-2.25 kg) in the first week, or more if you weigh over 18 stone (114 kg).

But the British Nutrition Foundation says there are advantages to not being over-ambitious about how much weight you lose. A measured approach is preferable it says because:

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Therefore, the best weight-management strategies are those that you can maintain for a lifetime. That's a long time, so we'll try to keep these suggestions as easy as possible!

Make it a family affair. Ask your mom or dad to lend help and support and to make dietary or lifestyle changes that will benefit the whole family, if possible. Teens who have the support of their families tend to have better results with their weight-management programs. But remember, you should all work together in a friendly and helpful way making weight loss into a competition is a recipe for disaster!

Watch your drinks. It's amazing how many extra calories can be lurking in the sodas, juices, and other drinks that you take in every day. Simply cutting out a can of soda or one sports drinkcan save you 150 calories or more each day. Drink water or other sugar-free drinks to quench your thirst and stay away from sugary juices and sodas. Switching from whole to nonfat or low-fat milk is also a good idea.

Start small. Small changes are a lot easier to stick with than drastic ones. Try reducing the size of the portions you eat and giving up regular soda. Once you have that down, start gradually introducing healthier foods and exercise into your life.

Stop eating when you're full. Lots of people eat when they're bored, lonely, or stressed, or keep eating long after they're full out of habit. Try to pay attention as you eat and stop when you're full. Slowing down can help because it takes about 20 minutes for your brain to recognize how much is in your stomach. Sometimes taking a break before going for seconds can keep you from eating another serving.

Avoid eating when you feel upset or bored try to find something else to do instead (a walk around the block or a trip to the gym are good alternatives). Many people find it's helpful to keep a diary of what they eat and when. Reviewing the diary later can help them identify the emotions they have when they overeat or whether they have unhealthy habits. Your doctor or nutritionist can give you pointers on how to do this.

Eat less more often. Many people find that eating a couple of small snacks throughout the day helps them to make healthy choices at meals. Stick a couple of healthy snacks (carrot sticks, whole-grain pretzels, or a piece of fruit) in your backpack so that you can have one or two snacks during the day. Adding healthy snacks to your three squares and eating smaller portions when you sit down to dinner can help you to cut calories without feeling deprived.

5 a day keep the pounds away. Ditch the junk food and dig out the fruits and veggies! Five servings of fruits and veggies aren't just a good idea to help you lose weight they'll help keep your heart and the rest of your body healthy. Other suggestions for eating well: replace white bread with whole wheat, trade your sugary sodas for water and low-fat milk, and make sure you eat a healthy breakfast. Having low-sugar, whole-grain cereal and low-fat milk with a piece of fruit is a much better idea than inhaling a donut as you run to the bus stop or eating no breakfast at all! A nutritionist can give you lots of other snack and menu ideas.

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