As a kinesiologist I am tired of obese people blaming their weight on issues that are outide of thier control. This is completly false. A small fraction, less than 1% possess genetics that make it more difficult to maintain a healthy weight. However well over 99% of obese individuals lack the self respect to take care of their bodies. They would rather blame it on something else or eat for comfort. It is true everone has a differnt rate of metabolism. However metabolism rate is not random. It operates based on our environment and needs. Theres a reason why somone like micheal phelps requires over 10 000 calories/day and an inactive elderly woman requires around 1000. Exercise requires energy. Energy expenditure dependes on intensity and duration. Even at rest, each pound of muscle requires an incredible amount of energy to be maintained. This is the main reason why men require about 1000 calories more per day. Metabolism is not a set thing and can be changed depending on an individuals lifestyle. FAD DIETS rarely work! There is only money behind these diets and very little scientific evidence. There is no quick solution! You have to realize its not what you eat its how much you eat! Fat is an important part of your diet. The body requires fat to function properly. Also fats keep you satisfied longer and less likely to over indulge with snacking. THE KEY IS MODERATION! It is simple math, calories in = calories used, in order maintain bodyweight. A change on either end will flucuate body weight. Losing 1-2 pounds per week is safe and realistic a goal. However It does require work. On a personal note, I am tired of fat individuals, taking offence to thir significant other informing them to lose weight. Especially if you are 40 to 50 pounds overweight. Obesity cause depression, sickness and early death, there are way too many studies to refute this. OB you are luckey that he is with you, cause I know I sure the hell wouldnt be.

#93, while the science you speak of is true, your last comment shows your true ignorance. How do we even know if she is 40 or 50 lbs overweight? What makes her so lucky just because he is with her, he could be an ass. And what makes you so great that anyone would want to be with you? OOOOooo you're a kinesiologist, I guess that's why.

Haha, did he try to cover it up by saying Duh, I meant pounds as in the currency of the UK!

Why do people always get ticked off at the person who's suggesting the FML'er should lose weight? It's pretty obvious that she's grossly overweight... he wouldn't throw numbers out there like 40 or 50 lbs if she was only 160 or something... and #9, i don't think ANYONE - male or female - chooses personality OVER looks if they have any real choice. Why wouldn't you at least go for someone with both? My gf has a pretty face, nice booty and tiny tattas... I love her to death and most days she's got a good personality too... most days.

I agree with #93, #74 is obviously a liar.

#1 is right. Drop that ************ now and don't look back!!!!!

He was just joking...

#1 = Epic Response.

YDI for being fat.

WOW #101. Asshole. #1 = WIN. And I had to learn this the same way, and I got the same response, so now I say I'm going to color it. Except when I'm around black people, I also learned that the hard way.