DON'T SKIP MEALS... If you eat healthy foods at regular intervals throughout the day, you're much less likely to overeat at a social gathering or even dinner with the family.
I think this is the most important tip that I have found and tried and stay with it. I eat every 2-3 hours apart but never more than 3 hours. I find if I eat every 2-3 hours I don't seem to be very hungry and I can keep better control of the amount of food. I start off the day eating every 3 hours apart but if it is getting late in the day then I move the last one or two up to 2 hours apart. I also just have a cup of hot chocolate at night before bed as my last meal of the day. It is only 110 calories, it is warming and helps me relax and settle down for the night. A cup of chicken noodle soup with just 110 calories is a good meal just before bed.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
TIP OF THE DAY - SUNDAY
FOCUS ON PEOPLE... To often, food takes center stage of our holiday gatherings. Instead, focus on your loved ones, activities, and other traditions that make your time together special.
It seems that any time family or friends gather there is ALWAYS food served. I know I am in charge of the women's activity each month and one of the first thing I decide after the theme is how am I going to decorate and what will we serve. I need to remember WE DON'T HAVE TO EAT A BIG MEAL AT EVERY GATHERING. We have been told to simplify so for April we will just serve cookies and milk or cupcakes and milks. We could even change the cupcakes into muffins. Might just be a few less calories. It just takes a little planning but I think we should all be able to gather with family and friends and not add 5 pounds to our weight. Try it next time you get together and then let me know how it went.
It seems that any time family or friends gather there is ALWAYS food served. I know I am in charge of the women's activity each month and one of the first thing I decide after the theme is how am I going to decorate and what will we serve. I need to remember WE DON'T HAVE TO EAT A BIG MEAL AT EVERY GATHERING. We have been told to simplify so for April we will just serve cookies and milk or cupcakes and milks. We could even change the cupcakes into muffins. Might just be a few less calories. It just takes a little planning but I think we should all be able to gather with family and friends and not add 5 pounds to our weight. Try it next time you get together and then let me know how it went.
Friday, March 11, 2011
TIP OF THE DAY - SATURDAY
GET AND STAY ORGANIZED... Keep a running list of errands, groceries, events and commitments and make a plan to finish as many things in as few car trips as possible. You'll save time, gas and your own sanity.
I LOVE this tip. Mostly because it uses the word "organized". I think I am a very organized person. For example: I am making a crazy quilt for MY bed. First thing I did was gather up the fabrics I would be using, next I cut 6-8 strips in different lengths and put them into other baskets according to colors, next I took just 3-4 strips of each fabric and put into yet another basket to use by my machine, then I cut all the background squares and yes they went into still another basket. This was followed by cutting all the 5 sided center pieces and they were put into a basket. Now I am ready to sew, but I need one more basket so when I use a strip of fabric the smaller pieces are kept together to use later. I am now organized and ready to start the quilt as soon as little ones go home and dinner is over, of course it is now after seven. So am I organized or crazy? Well I started this entire process last Thursday and so far I have 35 of the 60 blocks finished. Not bad considering I don't have a dining room table to work at right now. The point is while I was doing all the "organizing" I stayed out of the kitchen and I moved around a lot more. So put in a little more work and movement and get organized. You don't have to be working on a sewing project either. How about taking the month and each week clean out a closet. I want to do that during the month of April. I will have my quilt top finished by then and will just be saving the money to get it machine quilted.
I LOVE this tip. Mostly because it uses the word "organized". I think I am a very organized person. For example: I am making a crazy quilt for MY bed. First thing I did was gather up the fabrics I would be using, next I cut 6-8 strips in different lengths and put them into other baskets according to colors, next I took just 3-4 strips of each fabric and put into yet another basket to use by my machine, then I cut all the background squares and yes they went into still another basket. This was followed by cutting all the 5 sided center pieces and they were put into a basket. Now I am ready to sew, but I need one more basket so when I use a strip of fabric the smaller pieces are kept together to use later. I am now organized and ready to start the quilt as soon as little ones go home and dinner is over, of course it is now after seven. So am I organized or crazy? Well I started this entire process last Thursday and so far I have 35 of the 60 blocks finished. Not bad considering I don't have a dining room table to work at right now. The point is while I was doing all the "organizing" I stayed out of the kitchen and I moved around a lot more. So put in a little more work and movement and get organized. You don't have to be working on a sewing project either. How about taking the month and each week clean out a closet. I want to do that during the month of April. I will have my quilt top finished by then and will just be saving the money to get it machine quilted.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
TIP OF THE DAY - FRIDAY
TRACK YOUR CALORIES... Knowing that you have to write down that candy bar, big batch of french fries, second can of soda, or hot fudge sundae if you eat it means you will think twice before chowing down. Look up calories counts of junk foods to help discourage cravings.
This makes perfect sense except if you really want that junk food item you can just not write it down. The point is more important to just think twice then go drink a glass of water remember all the hard work you have been doing so far and just don't eat the junk food. No it is not easy but you will be glad you did. Think first then don't eat.
This makes perfect sense except if you really want that junk food item you can just not write it down. The point is more important to just think twice then go drink a glass of water remember all the hard work you have been doing so far and just don't eat the junk food. No it is not easy but you will be glad you did. Think first then don't eat.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
TIP OF THE DAY - THURSDAY
DOWNSIZE... Instead of buying-and ultimately eating-an entire pint of ice cream, buy a box of low-calorie frozen treats. They're instantly portion controlled, and you'll feel like you're spoiling yourself.
I know this is about ice cream but think of other ways this will work. Instead of buying packaged lunch meats, buy a turkey breast, bake it and then slice it thinly for your lunches. Instead of buying a big package of your families' favorite cookies buy fruit and vegetable sticks. There are other ways as well. How about crystal light for drinks instead of sodas.
I know this is about ice cream but think of other ways this will work. Instead of buying packaged lunch meats, buy a turkey breast, bake it and then slice it thinly for your lunches. Instead of buying a big package of your families' favorite cookies buy fruit and vegetable sticks. There are other ways as well. How about crystal light for drinks instead of sodas.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
TIP OF THE DAY - WEDNESDAY
TRY HEALTHIER RECIPES... When treats and desserts are in the house, more of them can end up in your belly. So keep some low-calorie recipes and foods on hand.
This is just common sense. So many people are wanting to eat healthier today that even food manufactures are going out of their way to help you. There are lots and lots of 100 calorie treats on the market that are pre-packaged. If you are in a rush you can even find in the produce section of your grocery store pre-packaged fruits and vegetables that you grab if you are running late and have a healthy treat or snack. A little preplanning is all you need. Think ahead of your day and plan for treat and snack times.
This is just common sense. So many people are wanting to eat healthier today that even food manufactures are going out of their way to help you. There are lots and lots of 100 calorie treats on the market that are pre-packaged. If you are in a rush you can even find in the produce section of your grocery store pre-packaged fruits and vegetables that you grab if you are running late and have a healthy treat or snack. A little preplanning is all you need. Think ahead of your day and plan for treat and snack times.
Monday, March 7, 2011
TIP OF THE DAY - TUESDAY
MOVE YOUR ALARM CLOCK... Do you hit snooze a few times before getting out of bed? Is the morning workouts a struggle? Place your alarm clock on the other side of the room to break the snooze bar habit.
I don't have this problem. Calvin is my alarm clock and his motto, although he won't admit it has always been if he is awake everyone else should be too. He always says he is sorry to wake me but with as much noise as he makes it is impossible to sleep. I love the morning workout time. I try to have my exercising, scripture reading, blood pressure taken and breakfast over by 9:00 AM at the very latest. I just feel like I can get anything done if I have all the regular routine out of the way. That way too if I get nothing else accomplished during the day I at least did what is most important.
I don't have this problem. Calvin is my alarm clock and his motto, although he won't admit it has always been if he is awake everyone else should be too. He always says he is sorry to wake me but with as much noise as he makes it is impossible to sleep. I love the morning workout time. I try to have my exercising, scripture reading, blood pressure taken and breakfast over by 9:00 AM at the very latest. I just feel like I can get anything done if I have all the regular routine out of the way. That way too if I get nothing else accomplished during the day I at least did what is most important.
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