Hardly help you? You email me all the time! I try to answer every question you have!
Also, you need to remember who frequents these boards.
1. People who have lost/gained weight, built muscle/strength who are willing to share their tips and experiences to help others.
2. People who really want to lose weight for various reasons who come here to get advice from people who have done what they want to do.
3. People who frequent our board looking for a quick fix and to get results without putting in hard work (these people usually lurk, but don't post)
We're not doctors (some of us may be, but most of us aren't), and were not nutritionists. All we are is a group of people trying to lend advice and support. How do we know what works? Weve done it. In my 2 fitness phases of my life (pre and post knee injury) I have lost 80 lbs total. All we can tell you is what is supposed to work. This forum contains all the information you need to learn how to prepare a healthy diet, how to maintain caloric intake, and safe exercising procedures.