Archive for December 22nd, 2009
These past few days we have been talking about weight loss. How using a food diary helps with successful weight loss. Planning ahead, and eliminating high fat and calorie dense foods in your pantry. Choosing healthier and more nutritious snacks sets the path for weight loss. Setting achievable goals and rewarding yourself with non food items when they are reached. Using exercise with your weight loss goals.
Today we’ll put it all together for successful weight management. Slow down when you are eating your meal. Enjoy and savor the flavors. Put your utensils down in between bites. When you eat more slowly it gives your stomach time to tell your brain that you are no longer hungry.
Substitute foods that contain less fat and calories. Reducing your fat helps control your weight management and also your cholesterol. Use variety in your diet and don’t get stuck on the same low cal foods. Planning ahead can assist you.
One of the biggest weight loss tactics is portion size and portion control. Take smaller portions and avoid seconds can really help with your calorie intake.
You have successfully completed your weight loss journey and now you have to make the commitment to yourself! Committing to a long term weight management and life style changes will set the stage for a healthier and stronger you!