Losing weight does not have to be difficult. There are lots of easy techniques that you can put to work for you today. You will soon see results and you will feel better.
The tips are all about healthy eating choices. This makes your work of 'dieting' non-existent! The first tip is to eat lots of vegetables. Try things that you haven't before, experiment with recipes. Vegetables are a low-fat and healthy choice that can help you lose weight fast.
You may not know this but even on a diet you can enjoy potatoes. That is, with the exception of french fries. Instead you can slice the potatoes into thin slices or fries, spray them with a spray such as "Pam" and pop them into the oven. They will cook faster if you put them in the microwave for a minute or two first. Season your fries and they will be delicious.
Baked potatoes are great for a diet. They tend to fill you up and as long as you do not go overboard with the toppings they are a great choice.
When you are craving sugar consider eating a sweet fruit item instead of that slice of cake or cookies.
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Showing posts with label healthy approach to losing weight. Show all posts
Showing posts with label healthy approach to losing weight. Show all posts
Monday, November 24, 2008
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Using A Holistic Approach To Weight Loss
I sometimes get asked point blank what it means to use a holistic approach to weight loss. Although I cannot cover everything in detail here I can address the main ideas.
First of all a holistic approach will take into consideration every aspect of the individual. This includes the existing lifestyle, physical, emotional, and mental. That means that the individual is always the focus of the program. In other words, the program must be flexible enough that it can easily be modified to fit the needs of anyone.
A holistic approach is a healthy approach. Although a complete transition into a healthier lifestyle may take awhile, the fact that the individual is not asked to make drastic changes suddenly makes the process easier to stick to. Because of that most people find that incorporating the gradual changes is a painless process and the end result is a healthier lifestyle that results in weight control and a healthier and happier person.
Not only are the weight issues addressed but so are the causes for the weight problem. By addressing and resolving the root causes the problem can be eradicated. The individual learns about himself and how to best meet personal needs while staying healthy and fit.
A holistic approach is what I consider to be the best way to maintain weight and overall health.
First of all a holistic approach will take into consideration every aspect of the individual. This includes the existing lifestyle, physical, emotional, and mental. That means that the individual is always the focus of the program. In other words, the program must be flexible enough that it can easily be modified to fit the needs of anyone.
A holistic approach is a healthy approach. Although a complete transition into a healthier lifestyle may take awhile, the fact that the individual is not asked to make drastic changes suddenly makes the process easier to stick to. Because of that most people find that incorporating the gradual changes is a painless process and the end result is a healthier lifestyle that results in weight control and a healthier and happier person.
Not only are the weight issues addressed but so are the causes for the weight problem. By addressing and resolving the root causes the problem can be eradicated. The individual learns about himself and how to best meet personal needs while staying healthy and fit.
A holistic approach is what I consider to be the best way to maintain weight and overall health.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Make Your Home Diet Friendly
When we decide to go on a diet or weight management program we have to be committed. In this day and age it takes a strong commitment because temptations lurk everywhere.
This includes the little gas station around the corner, the restaurant where you eat lunch, the vending machines, magazine ads, commercials, and many other places. Obviously you cannot avoid all temptations. Therefore you need a plan. I'm serious, planning will help you get through those times.
But more than that you need to make your home a safe place that is free from temptations.That's right, I am talking about cleaning your home out of all things that tempt you. Do not buy anything that you know you should not eat.
I know what you are thinking - when you are working on losing weight you should still be able to indulge on occasion - that can actually boost your efforts in the long run. That is still true but if you are forced to leave your home to purchase that special treat you will have more time to think about it. You are more likely to make wiser decisions that way!
A quick tip, when you do decide to indulge - only purchase enough of that treat for a one-time serving!
I am forcing myself to go out to purchase any of those salty snacks that I love so much! Since it is cold outside and I am basically a home-body I have avoided the temptation lately.
Best of luck to you.
This includes the little gas station around the corner, the restaurant where you eat lunch, the vending machines, magazine ads, commercials, and many other places. Obviously you cannot avoid all temptations. Therefore you need a plan. I'm serious, planning will help you get through those times.
But more than that you need to make your home a safe place that is free from temptations.That's right, I am talking about cleaning your home out of all things that tempt you. Do not buy anything that you know you should not eat.
I know what you are thinking - when you are working on losing weight you should still be able to indulge on occasion - that can actually boost your efforts in the long run. That is still true but if you are forced to leave your home to purchase that special treat you will have more time to think about it. You are more likely to make wiser decisions that way!
A quick tip, when you do decide to indulge - only purchase enough of that treat for a one-time serving!
I am forcing myself to go out to purchase any of those salty snacks that I love so much! Since it is cold outside and I am basically a home-body I have avoided the temptation lately.
Best of luck to you.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Things Are Better!
Yesterday I told you about my problem - my love for salt -specifically chips - and the fact that I was slipping back into old habits.
The good news is that at this very moment I do not have any chips in the house. Yesterday my youngest granddaughter came over and she found my chips. The really great thing is that she asked if she could take them home with her!
Now I have to admit that I felt a little sad to see them go - but on a brighter note, I felt that the universe was watching out for me.....I mean, how odd that my granddaughter would find my chips and even odder that she would want to take the bag home with her.
Anyway - today is a new beginning for me - without any chips!
The good news is that at this very moment I do not have any chips in the house. Yesterday my youngest granddaughter came over and she found my chips. The really great thing is that she asked if she could take them home with her!
Now I have to admit that I felt a little sad to see them go - but on a brighter note, I felt that the universe was watching out for me.....I mean, how odd that my granddaughter would find my chips and even odder that she would want to take the bag home with her.
Anyway - today is a new beginning for me - without any chips!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
An Update On My Personal Progress
Well, for the last month or so I have been thrilled with my weight loss efforts. I was steadily losing weight and feeling great about it. That is until the past few days.
I am not sure what has happened to me. Let me explain something - most people have a weakness for sweets - I don't. Instead I love salty foods. Chips are probably my biggest weakness.
For some reason I went through a period that I did not miss the salt. But over the past week I have indulged in eating my favorite food again - chips. I know, I know, this can have a negative spiraling effect. So today I will again take all chips off of my menu.
I have gained two pounds in the past week. I realize that is not a lot but I also know that if I ignore it I will be sorry.
What's your weakness? Am I the only one that loves salt?
I am not sure what has happened to me. Let me explain something - most people have a weakness for sweets - I don't. Instead I love salty foods. Chips are probably my biggest weakness.
For some reason I went through a period that I did not miss the salt. But over the past week I have indulged in eating my favorite food again - chips. I know, I know, this can have a negative spiraling effect. So today I will again take all chips off of my menu.
I have gained two pounds in the past week. I realize that is not a lot but I also know that if I ignore it I will be sorry.
What's your weakness? Am I the only one that loves salt?
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Finding A Weight Loss Plan That Really Works
As I got dressed and turned to look in the mirror I was taken aback by what I saw, my clothes were fitting me better than they had in quite sometime! That is a wonderful feeling that is hard to define. I had finally succeeded; I found a weight loss plan that really works.
I had tried some of the well-known weight loss programs, you know the ones, they are very expensive and can even afford to pay for commercials on TV. Although I am sure those plans work for some they did not work for me. After a week or so of the required food I was tired of it. I feel sure that the celebrities promoting those programs receive lots of additional help and advice that the rest of us do not.
In years gone by I also tried various fad diets and pills. With the fad diets I was starving after a couple of days and the pills left me feeling miserable. Headaches have always been a problem for me and using the supplements just increased them. But that was not the end of the side-effects; I also suffered with stomach cramps, fatigue, and a nervousness that caused me to be very irritable.
You may be wondering what this weight loss plan is that actually worked. First of all it is not a diet at all. That's a good thing! I am never hungry. I have learned about the impact of our metabolism rate on our weight. I know that sounds simplistic but it really is possible to manipulate your metabolic rate.
Additionally, I wanted to lose weight and be healthy. I found that my nursing background came in handy with that issue. In reality a weight problem affects you physically, emotionally and mentally. Therefore, if you are going to lose weight you need to focus on you as a complete person, not a diet plan or a single aspect of you.
Stress can play a major role in our weight. It is important that we address our emotional status when we are attempting to manage our weight. The good news is that there are ways to alleviate or decrease the stress in your life without the use of medications.
When you are developing a plan to solve a problem you go back to the basics of; what, when, where, why, etc. That is done before you move forward. This provides you the opportunity to see where the real problem is and to resolve it at its root. You can then develop realistic goals and decide on detailed steps that will help you reach those goals.
The problem with most weight programs is that they do not address any of those issues. Instead the focus is on losing weight by following the diet or program. This means that the 'person' is being ignored. And eventually there will come a time that the diet or program will need to end. Then the person ends up right back where he started, or even worse.
I have found that by using a weight management plan that is holistic in nature I am able to lose and control my weight plus I am living a healthier lifestyle. I look better and I feel great! This approach is easy to use because you simply make small changes to your life as time goes by. This is a sure way to lose weight and keep it off. The end result is a healthier, slimmer and trimmer person that is less stressed and more satisfied. You really can't ask for more than that!
I had tried some of the well-known weight loss programs, you know the ones, they are very expensive and can even afford to pay for commercials on TV. Although I am sure those plans work for some they did not work for me. After a week or so of the required food I was tired of it. I feel sure that the celebrities promoting those programs receive lots of additional help and advice that the rest of us do not.
In years gone by I also tried various fad diets and pills. With the fad diets I was starving after a couple of days and the pills left me feeling miserable. Headaches have always been a problem for me and using the supplements just increased them. But that was not the end of the side-effects; I also suffered with stomach cramps, fatigue, and a nervousness that caused me to be very irritable.
You may be wondering what this weight loss plan is that actually worked. First of all it is not a diet at all. That's a good thing! I am never hungry. I have learned about the impact of our metabolism rate on our weight. I know that sounds simplistic but it really is possible to manipulate your metabolic rate.
Additionally, I wanted to lose weight and be healthy. I found that my nursing background came in handy with that issue. In reality a weight problem affects you physically, emotionally and mentally. Therefore, if you are going to lose weight you need to focus on you as a complete person, not a diet plan or a single aspect of you.
Stress can play a major role in our weight. It is important that we address our emotional status when we are attempting to manage our weight. The good news is that there are ways to alleviate or decrease the stress in your life without the use of medications.
When you are developing a plan to solve a problem you go back to the basics of; what, when, where, why, etc. That is done before you move forward. This provides you the opportunity to see where the real problem is and to resolve it at its root. You can then develop realistic goals and decide on detailed steps that will help you reach those goals.
The problem with most weight programs is that they do not address any of those issues. Instead the focus is on losing weight by following the diet or program. This means that the 'person' is being ignored. And eventually there will come a time that the diet or program will need to end. Then the person ends up right back where he started, or even worse.
I have found that by using a weight management plan that is holistic in nature I am able to lose and control my weight plus I am living a healthier lifestyle. I look better and I feel great! This approach is easy to use because you simply make small changes to your life as time goes by. This is a sure way to lose weight and keep it off. The end result is a healthier, slimmer and trimmer person that is less stressed and more satisfied. You really can't ask for more than that!
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