Wanting to make a New Year Resolution?
Well forget it - most people don't follow through anyway.
I suggest that you

Stop Dieting. Start Living!!
(Thanks Deb!)

Find ways to incorporate a healthy lifestyle into your life! Throughout the coming months, we will focus on this in the meeting room. It's scary. . . but it works. And it's not as tough as you'd think. And when you stop dieting, and start making some common sense decisions, and the weight starts coming off. . . you get confidence!! you get pride!! you get satisfaction! !

Here's some common sense:

Weight is based on the amount of calories eaten and the amount of calories used. To lose weight you need to Eat Less and Move More.

How do I do that?

1. Try to eat less by using a TV dinner divided plate. Use the large section for vegetables and the one small section for fruits and the other for meat.
2. Chew each mouth full of food at least 10 times. Chewing improves digestion, slows down the pace of eating and keeps your facial muscles toned.
3. Drink 12 oz of water right before you eat. The water will help fill your stomach.
4. Pause 20 minutes after eating before getting a second helping. It takes roughly 20 minutes for you to feel full after eating.
5. And my favorite?? Hungry? Grab for some fruit or veggies. Not satisfying enough you say? Then you're really not hungry!! You're really feeding an emotion, so you have no business in the kitchen!! Get out. . . NOW!

Obesity is linked to many diseases: high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, sleep apnea and arthritis. Losing only 10 lbs can help.