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Know what you are eating—It’s a necessity. The labels on containers and packages might be peasky, but they are a good way to begin to take control of your eating habits. Begin to notice serving size, calories per serving, and fat content. If, for example, consuming an entire bag of chips is a habit for which you are notorious, you may, once you have considered
actual serving size, want to use individual sandwich bags and place an exact serving in each bag.
Monitor behavior—It’s control. It is an interesting phenomenon—we eat based on behavior at times, not hunger. We need to begin to think “why” we are eating. Some people eat when they are nervous, others at certain times of
day, or when under stress. It is good to know what “triggers” are working on us when we reach for that extra portion or snack. Stop and think “why am I eating now?” Being in control of emotional eating and habitual eating gives us
advantage over those extra calories which come along with not knowing
“why” behind
eating.
Simple and small changes make all
difference in
world with regard to losing weight. There is no magic formula or key—just increased activity and awareness. I believe in
concept of gradual improvement. Decide your goal. Detemine your level of dedication to your goal. Move forward daily.
The only one who can stop you is you!!!

Lynda's interest in fitness, nutrition, and weight control involves a long-term commitment to health. She is the wemaster of www.healthgoldmine.com