Overcome obstacles to weight loss
Posted by: smilie on 06/15/2005 - 01:57 AM
The fix: Retrain your appetite. Many people think if they have even a little room for more food, they're still hungry. Stop eating when you'd like five more bites.
Eat more frequently. Beat deprivation by having six mini meals a day. This stabilizes blood-sugar levels, which keeps you satisfied and prevents bingeing.
"I hate it when people ask me how my diet is going." Experts believe that letting people in on your diet plans is a good move. If you keep the info to yourself, you're practically planning to fail. Yet the downside is that the "How's it going?" question makes you want to scream, "If you have to ask, it must not be going very well!"
The fix: Consider the source. Usually the query is made out of concern, not to put you on the spot or embarrass you. There are a lot of people out there who want you to succeed. See the inquiry as an opportunity to ask for their help and encouragement if you need it.
The fix: Consider the source. Usually the query is made out of concern, not to put you on the spot or embarrass you. There are a lot of people out there who want you to succeed. See the inquiry as an opportunity to ask for their help and encouragement if you need it.