As you recall from our slide show, the rates of Americans who are overweight and obese have increased dramatically in 20 years. Not surprising is our portions sizes when dining out have also increased. So what can we do about this?
1. Become portion size savvy.
When dining out, share with a friend, use the other half as lunch the next day, or simply ask for the "kiddie size". Remember if you do indulge, how much exercise will it take to burn those extra calories?
2. Know what your calorie "allowance" is. Use www.thedailyplate.com to keep track.
3. Write it down.
Remember you are twice as likely to lose weight if you write it down!
4. If you fall of the wagon, get back on.
Everyone has their days, but remember it's all about moderation and eating healthy. Fill out your behavior chain to see if you can identfy what triggered your unhealthy behavior. Focus on your fruits and vegetables and water intake. Make sure you exericise, do it in 15 minute bursts if you don't have time. Remember you have to move to lose!
You can do it! Keep up the great work and remember the outcome....a healthy you!
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