Just Stop Eating

By Wil Scott

They tell me to just stop eating.

Okay, I admit it, I've been fighting with my weight all my life. I have been thin, average, and overweight. I know the struggle all too well. My mother never had a weight problem and was my biggest critic. My mother would give me that wonderful motherly advice of, "Just stop eating!" Well, that was a lot easier said than done. And truthfully, overweight folks don't need to stop eating (this would put our bodies into starvation mode, thus storing more fat). I mean, we don't want to starve, right?

I am also sure you have heard some folks making fun of the very obese. 

This is very hurtful and can lead an overweight person right back to overeating, seeking comfort. I know... I've been there. Now, there are those who are overweight due to medical issues and medications that may make them gain weight. This is not the person's fault.

So what are us regular folks who are overweight supposed to do? We stick to our guns and we work at change. Yes, I said it... CHANGE. I know, I know, we all fear any type of change, but change is a good thing and this type of change could save your life. All it takes is a little work and I said a little.

Believe me, it can be done. I realized that I was having issues doing the things I loved to do, going places I loved, and being a lively part of my family. 

I became a recluse because I felt uncomfortable because I was too big. My clothes looked awful, at least to me and my mother was relentless on the "just stop eating" speech. What really hurt was when I overheard another family member state how "huge" I was and that was an embarrassment, "She should really do something about her eating problem." Wow! Thanks to very much for that! I, as many do, began developing some medical problems because I was getting older and larger (thank you sedentary job).

So, I decided to CHANGE.

I changed my habits... my eating and lifestyle habits and it was not hard at all. When I made that commitment, I saw an immediate change in me. I was very unhappy as I was, but when I realized that this weight had to go and I needed to get healthy. I was doing it and when I saw the weight coming off and I went down 2 sizes, I was really happy. My family congratulated me, my friends thought it was awesome and I was feeling good about me. I promise, it was not a selfish good, but an accomplished good. I had really done it!

How did I do it?

Again, I broke a bad habit. My bad eating habit, my bad food choices habit. I gathered all the information I had pushed away into the dark catacombs of my brain and made a plan.

My change of lifestyle and my plan that was right for me. It was easy. I did it and I continue to follow this as a rule. My new loving it lifestyle. Old, bad habits have been broken. I personalized this and made it fun for me. I worked on my weight/wellness goals. I did not want to follow a regular routine that was a cookie cutter plan for everyone... that's not me. I needed my own plan on my terms and that's what you have to do. Make a plan, a goal, and stick to it. I made it fun so I would stick to it. It is just a change in habits. I changed one thing at a time so I would not feel deprived of anything. That is the most important thing.

You do not want to feel deprived of anything, yes you can have your cake and eat it too... just not a humongous piece and not every day. You do not want to feel that you are on a diet (that is a bad word in my home). You are making a change and making your life better. You are eating better and you are feeling better. When you make the decision to change your habits, particularly eating and lifestyle, you are literally going to glow. Remember, you are not going to stop eating, you are going to eat great and eat healthy, and you'll never again hear those words, "Just stop eating."

For more information about this subject and author, Wil Scott, please visit http://www.believepositive.com.

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What Should I Do When Eating Away From Home So That I Can Continue Losing Weight?

By GT Taylor

What should you do when you are not at home to cook your healthy meals for fat loss? Is there a possibility that you will achieve your goal of losing weight when you are always travelling? All is not lost, YES, it is possible to eat healthy when you are away from home, but you'll need to plan ahead and put extra efforts to it. These helpful tips will assist you to stay on your journey of healthy eating:

1. Family gatherings
Food is an integral part of many special occasions and is mainly used to entertain family and friends.

It is fine to indulge once in a while without feeling guilty or worry about weight. If you are in control of food preparation, try to be creative about your cooking and include many healthy options in your menu.

2. Eating out
You may find yourself eating in a restaurant, especially when you are travelling. Preparing your own food is very unlikely. Do not be afraid to ask for a customized meal. You will be amazed that most of the restaurants will accommodate your requests.

• Ask questions about how the food is prepared.
• Ask the restaurant not to put all those extra sauces on your meals, since they carry extra calories that you do not need.
• Ask the waiter to remove the sauces on the table and a bread basket to avoid consuming those extra calories that you do not need.

Remember that eating extra 200 calories from that bread could result into gaining an extra two to three pounds.

3. If you are staying in a hotel
You need to plan ahead about your food if you'll be staying in a hotel for a while. Food must be your number one priority if you are serious about losing weight.
• Find out about nearby restaurants and their menu options.
• Ask the restaurant if they can customize your meals and prepare them according to your needs.
• Check what is included in the buffet, and take your time to dish food. Buffets can be very tempting and may lead to over-eating.
• Pack some healthy snacks that you can use whilst staying in a hotel.

Do not be afraid to ask for healthy menu options if you care about losing weight. Remember that healthy eating when you are away from home requires self-discipline and sticking to your goal of losing weight. It is possible!

G.T. Taylor has more than 20 years experience in the field of nutrition, with special interest in weight loss. http://WWW.NUTRITIONANDDIETMAKEOVER.COM

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