Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
Registered Dietitian
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Co-authored Articles (81)
How to
Lose 10 Kg Fast
You’ve probably seen fad diets and exercise regimens floating around the internet that are all about restriction and punishment, but the truth is you don’t need to live that way to see results. We’re here to show y...
How to
Calculate Food Calories
Counting calories is a useful strategy for losing weight. Since all packaged foods in the US must contain a nutrition facts label, this should be pretty easy to do. If you need to know the exact number of calories coming...
How to Gain Weight Fast (and Safely): Expert-Backed Advice
Gain weight and build muscle with these surprisingly simple tips Many people with high metabolisms, thin frames, or low appetites struggle to gain weight. Whether you’re hoping to build muscle mass or to find a more he...
How to Get Rid of Chubby Hands: Lifestyle Changes & Exercises for Skinnier Fingers
If you feel like your hands look chubby, you’re not alone—many people are self-conscious about the look of their hands. By making lifestyle changes and losing weight overall, you can make your fingers skinnier over t...
How to Feel Full—Without Eating
Expert tips to “trick” your stomach into feeling full or distract yourself from overeatingWhether you’re fasting for surgery or health purposes, or you just have a habit of overeating throughout the day, it can be ...
How to
Make Homemade Whey Protein
Whey protein is a product of the cheese-making process. After you make the cheese, the liquid that strains from the curds is whey. Whey is beneficial as it is, but you can make it even ''more'' beneficial by dehydrating ...
How to Make an ORS at Home with 3 Simple Ingredients
Simple ORS recipes to help with food poisoning or diarrheaOral Rehydration Salts or an Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) is a special drink made with clean water, sugar, and salt that can help replace fluid loss from sever...
How to
Get Rid of a Thigh Cramp
Muscle cramping, especially if it occurs in the thigh muscles, can be an excruciating condition. Uncomfortable and involuntary muscle contractions are not only painful but can also disrupt daily activities such as sleep....
How to
Gain Weight Fast (for Women)
For some women, gaining weight can be just as difficult as losing weight might be for others. There are many ways, however, to safely and effectively gain a week. Larger portion sizes and more frequent meals are a quick...
How to
Gain Weight Fast (for Men)
Lots of people struggle to lose weight, but gaining weight can also be a challenge. The key to gaining weight fast is eating more every day and sticking to a workout routine. By being persistent and committed, you can ac...
How to
Lose Weight Fast
The best way to lose weight and keep it off is to create a low-calorie eating plan that you can stick to for a long time. Additionally, exercise every day to burn extra calories and keep your heart healthy. If you just ...
How to
Gain Fat
Most dieting and health advice focuses on losing fat, not gaining it. As such, you may be at a loss for information about how to properly put on fat. Whether you're gaining fat for health reasons or are an actor preparin...
How to
Consume Garlic for Health
Ways to maximize the health benefits of garlic Garlic may be a great way to ward off vampires, but it can also do the same for illness. Garlic has compounds that can promote heart health by limiting fats in your blood,...
How to
Lose Weight in 3 Months
Losing weight in a safe, healthy and appropriate manner is the best way to long-term success. Since slower weight loss is generally thought to be safer three months is a good amount of time to lose a considerable amount ...
How to
Eat Like a Skinny Person
To be successful with weight loss or to maintain a healthy weight, you may want to consider adopting a lifestyle that will support your goal. Mimicking how any skinny person you know the dietary habits of may help you lo...
How to Lose Weight in a Week the Healthy Way
A guide to the best & easiest way to lose weight in 7 days Losing weight can be tough for many people, especially if you're trying to slim down in a short amount of time. However, by changing your diet and exercise routi...
How to
Safely Gain 10 Pounds in a Month
Whether you want to gain weight for an athletic competition or other reasons, it is important to go about it in a healthy way. Start by increasing your calorie and protein intake by eating every few hours. Take supplemen...
How to
Make Potato Starch
Potato starch is used in many recipes as a thickener. If you run out, you can always reach for cornstarch, which is a common substitute. However, you may not have cornstarch either. In this case (or if the store is out o...
How to
Gain Weight in Two Months
Gaining weight can be harder than losing weight for some people. You'll need to adjust your calorie intake and exercise pattern to help support weight gain. Figuring out how many calories you need to eat daily to cause ...
How to
Estimate Portion Size
Your diet can be thrown off balance or you may have difficulty maintaining your weight if your portions get too big. Many people will use a food scale or a measuring cup to be more accurate with portion control. Howeve...
