I’m sure we all know all the tricks and what not to do… if we’ve gone through any kind of
weight-loss program (and we have all been there) we’ve heard it all. I’m 2
years out from my surgery and I have screwed up so many times I don’t want to
even think about it.
I guess it is good to remind ourselves of the tricks and tips though…. When
will power doesn’t work, we have to have something else to fall back on.
*Keep the bad foods out of the house. If you have to have them in the
house (like breads) for other family members, then walk away, *Drink water when
you think you want a snack.
*Eat a healthy snack instead, like yogurt, Fresh fruit or vegetables.
*Take a walk or call a friend and whine to them so they can encourage
you and tell you how good you are doing and how much more healthy you are now.
*Maybe I’ll post a picture of myself pre-surgery on the fridge door… an
8x10… so I can’t miss it. or maybe
a before/after picture. Just knowing the picture was in the kitchen would
probably keep me out!! J
*I still use a saucer plate for my meals or a very small bowl for soups…
and a baby spoon to help me with portion size and bite size. If I use normal
adult utensils and plates I find I get bigger portions on my plate and take
bigger bites.
*Don’t eat/snack in the evenings… this one is a killer for me, I want
popcorn (cookies) every night!!! And I can’t stop at a little or just 1.
It all comes down to will power and determination… A friend of mine who is about 3 years
out and has done really well up until recently is drinking Mt. Dew Code Red and
eating chips all the time… she’s gained 20 pounds and gone up a clothing size…. She was talking to me on the phone
telling me this as she was at the store looking for chips.
Anybody else have any tips/tricks or helpful suggestions to keep away
from the snacks or falling back into the old routines?
Judy
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