Well, for some of our group this is the 3rd week of weigh in and self-discipline. For others, like me, this was my second week in the program. I was worried (only a little, mind you) that since I had cheated a little and because I didn’t accomplish the whole 4 days beginning program that I wouldn’t have lost anything. But….YIPPEE!!! I did lose weight. I lost 2.8 pounds! There is nothing better than when a woman gets on a scale and finds that she’s lost weight. It is amazing what it does for you! I just kept saying YIPPEE (in my head) but still ecstatic that I lost SOMETHING. Now…I know other gals in our group lost also! They, like me, were thrilled for our accomplishment. Congratulations!
I’ve included a few links for you to click on. There is one on artificial sweeteners, 4 on how to take our measurements—which we all realize is of the utmost importance, right? :-))
Also, we discussed other ways that we can curb and manage how to eat less and feel full.
Dorris said that Scott and White Medical Group has a tip: Prepare your plate, eat ½ of what is on it and then put your fork down, leave the meal alone for 10 minutes and then resume eating. It is thought that by stopping mid-point that your body thinks it’s done eating, thereby causing you to eat smaller portion or less food. Note: I tried to find this particular diet on the Scott and White links, but didn’t find it. Similarly, that reminded me of a tip about cutting one bite at a time, putting fork and knife down and chewing your food completely before picking up your utensils again. Both are good tips and have value. Just try it and see how it may make a difference. Most people eat way too fast, so this is a good way to slow down, enjoy the meals and curb out tendencies to overeat. http://longevity.about.com/od/healthyeatingtips/qt/tips_slowdown.htm
Another additive was brought up by our friend Joan. She talked about MSG and what it does to our bodies and the bad effects. She did not have the web page links readily available for me to post, but I did find one shttp://www.msgtruth.org/whatisit.htmite that I felt pretty well summed it up. The sad part? IT’S IN ALOT OF FOODS WE CONSUME. http://www.msgtruth.org/whatisit.html
So Friends, it pays for each of us to be conscientious consumers, as well as keeping an eye on our portions. The more I read, the more I like the idea of eating natural, whole fruits and vegetables and natural grain products. I never thought of myself as becoming a Vegan, but it seems like it might be one of our safest options.
Have a GREAT WEIGHTLOSS WEEK! And don’t forget, if you don’t lose, you have to put money “in the kitty”.
Artificial Sweeteners: http://hubpages.com/hub/Artificial-Sweeteners--Natural-Sweeteners
Female Body Measurements: http://www.jedphoenix.com/easy-access/how-to-measure/womens-measurements
How To Take Accurate Body Measurements: http://www.thechicfashionista.com/body-measurements.html
How Do I Take My Measurements by iVillage: http://yourtotalhealth.ivillage.com/diet-fitness/how-do-take-my-measurements.html
How To Take Body Measurements In 5 Easy Steps: http://www.curvycounselor.com/how-to-take-body-measurements.html
From my scale to yours,
Your “joyful dieter”~~ C.
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