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2004/12/07, 08:32 AM
I believe this comes from Weight Watchers, and I found this on www.msn.ca:
Need some great suggestions on how to lose weight and keep it off for good? Few people know the road to weight-loss better than those who've already traveled it. We spoke to more than a dozen people, all of whom have lost between 26 and 94 pounds*, and asked them for their best tips on how to slim down.
· If you've gotta splurge, splurge on veggies instead of chocolate. - Deena (lost 73 lbs*.)
· I don't save too-big clothes anymore. If it's not a 10 or smaller, it goes to Goodwill! - Susan (lost 26 lbs*.)
· A portion primer: Have half of what other people consider a "regular" serving. - Hilda (lost 45 lbs*.)
· Weight management starts in the grocery store. Don't bring it home if you can't control it. - Stephanie (lost 35 lbs*.)
· I love regular soda and hated the diet stuff until I started adding a lemon slice — instant taste! - Michelle (lost 65 lbs*.)
· Try 94% fat-free microwave popcorn. If I'm in the mood for spice, I add Cajun seasoning. If I want sweet, I'll sprinkle one packet of sugar on it. - Helene (lost 94 lbs*.)
· Rather than pouring dressing all over your salad, dip your fork into the dressing (which you order on the side) before spearing the lettuce. You'll be using 1/3 the dressing but getting a satisfying taste. - Diane (lost 50 lbs*.)
· It's not about eating as little as possible but eating what your body needs. Eating too little may slow down your metabolism. - Amy (lost 35 lbs*.)
· When you're at a party, split one portion in two. Then you can go back for seconds. - Karen (lost 91 lbs*.)
· Look your best during the losing process. Don't wait to buy new clothes until you've reached your goal weight. Buy pants that fit you now. - Stephanie (lost 35 lbs*.)
· I do a lot of self-talk. I keep telling myself, "I don't need this chocolate bar. I don't need this chocolate bar." - Caroline (lost 37 lbs*.)
· Substitute a small spoon for the bigger one. That way you can enjoy the cereal, soup, whatever for a longer period of time. And keep a one-cup bowl handy so that you don't have to measure all the time. - Ricardo (lost 61 lbs*.)
· Frozen dinners are a quick and easy way to watch your calorie intake and portion size — especially if you're working late and might otherwise order take-out! - Sandra (lost 44 lbs*.)
· Don't give up your favourite high-fat recipes, just tweak them and make smart substitutions. - Michelle (lost 81 lbs*.)
· My friends and I love to eat out socially — a lot. Still, I've found that if I bring a snack or eat before I join them, I set myself up for success. - Nicole (lost 56 lbs*.)
*Results not typical
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I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies, for the hardest victory is over self. - Aristotle
You have the power to change a life right in your own hands. - Paul Brandt
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