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My journey to be healthy by 50. From skin care, to quitting smoking, to losing weight and all the frustration in between
For weight loss, I find that by getting some friends to diet with you, it's more fun. Right now, my brother, father and I are on diets. My brother has lost an amazing amount and I've lost 30 lbs. so far. We joined an online website that is free and it helps track your calories and you can encourage each other.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much.
I have lost 30 pounds over 4 months. I am writing down everything I eat. I have added lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. I am lowering carbs, sodium and fats I am eliminating nothing but severely limiting anything salty or sugery.I am reading labels and checking calories and sodium content before i buy anything at the grocery store.
ReplyDeleteI lost 30 pounds in three months by skipping breakfast and lunch and only eating dinner. That's my tip.
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Can't help with the weight loss. Need those tips also. When I quit smoking, it just really stunk. I told everyone that I was quitting which made me feel I need to stay quit that much more. I just realized that this was it. I couldn't turn back. It took almost a year before it felt ok. Not so much the cravings but learning to deal with stress in a new way. Jill
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I went almost 100% vegetarian one summer and lost a ton of weight. If I need to drop a few pounds, I stop eating meat for a while.
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Portion control works very well to me when it comes to weight loss.
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to get your family involved in your goal and use their emotional support as motivation.
ReplyDeleteI try to limit the # of cigarettes I have each day.
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ReplyDeleteFor weight loss, cut out all fatty foods and junk foods. Try not to eat out a lot. A healthy diet, along with regular exercise will held you shed off the pounds.
ReplyDeleteGive yourself a small reward for every 5 pounds lost.
ReplyDeletethe only way to quit smoking is going cold turkey
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My tip for weight loss is drink a lot of water. It fills you up so you're not as hungry
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go to the gym at least 5 days a week, it will help you lose weight
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My tip is to eat fruits and vegetables and drink a lot of water.
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My tip for weight loss is to not diet. Instead, make changes you can live with for life. For instance, cut back on sweets and fried foods (eliminate them if you can). Eat more veggies. Adjust how you prepare your meals, grilling and broiling instead of frying. Keep your portions in check and watch snacking between meals.
ReplyDeleteFor skin care, it is essential to stay hydrated. Keep a bottle of water next to you and sip all day long. Also use a moisturizer every day with SPF.
ReplyDeletefor weight loss, I go almost totally vegetarian, and find that if I keep low cal things like small carrots, jicama sticks or papaya chunks handy, I'll fill up on those and get my desire to be eating/chewing satisfied
ReplyDeletesksweeps (at) earthlink (dot) net
Just cutting out sodas I dropped 10 pounds in just a few weeks. I also have a healthy bowl of oatmeal for breakfast.
ReplyDeleteFor weight loss, go veg! Or vegan, even better. It really does the trick in a natural, healthy way.
ReplyDeleteTake one day at a time and make a list of reasons why it will be better and read it often.
ReplyDeletefor wieght loss stop all the empty calories and eat 5 small meals or more a day water mostly also
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To lose weight: just keep to a calorie limit each day.
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When you quit smoking, always have a support system. If you don't, you won't last but a few days.
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Weight loss for me is totally portion control. When I do "diet" I eat less and try to fill up on fruits and vegetables. Drink water and don't look at the scale. To me, healthy weight is much more than that number on the scale.
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I think the only real way to lose much weight is exercise. Eating smaller portions helps too. But you can't go through your whole life on a diet and depriving yourself of every food that you enjoy, because then you're still miserable---just in a different way.
ReplyDeleteHaving albinism means I have to be careful to take care of my skin. The main thing I do is: Wear a Big Hat! :) Keeping the sun off your face not only keeps you young looking, it also helps keep you free of skin cancer :)
ReplyDeleteThe only tip that really works for losing weight is to exercise - even just walking each day will help
ReplyDeleteSkin care---I drink plenty of water, and use sunscreen each day.
ReplyDeleteFor quitting smoking, I figured out how much it was costing me per day and kept a calendar adding up how much money I was saving
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Having someone you care about hold you accountable.
ReplyDeleteI use nicotine products
ReplyDeleteQuit smoking tip- Set a reasonable goal, keep a journal.
ReplyDeleteFor beautiful skin, drinks lots of water and exfoliate regularly
ReplyDeleteSmoking involves serious will power, get hypnotized
ReplyDeleteI use an app called My Fitness Pal to track everything I eat and any exercise I do...it has really helped me and in the last three months I have lost about 12 lbs. without feeling like I've done anything major.
ReplyDeleteHonestly, try Wii Fit if you haven't. It's great.
ReplyDeleteI am not preggo - but take prenatal vitamins for my hair and skin my hair has grown so much faster (7 inches in like 4 months) and my skins much more healthy
ReplyDelete-Thank you!
jessica
My tip for dry skin, after showering before you dry off, you a light bath oil and then towel off. Your skin will be so soft.
ReplyDeleteMy mom quit smoking about 5 years ago after she had a clot in her neck and needed surgery. She basically had to change alot of her habits in her life, but she is doing great almost 5 years later. She did alot of walking at night, and chews alot of gum.
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Laura Jacobson
definitely hydrate and drink lots of water!
ReplyDeleteI quit smoking for two years by just quitting cold turkey I chewed a lot of gum but gained about forty pounds unfortunately Ive been smoking for almost eight years since then so my biggest tip is if you quit DONT SMOKE again not a drag not a half none at all
ReplyDeletedrink plenty of agua
ReplyDeleteLots of water, no soda
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I walk the puppy - I have to, or she'll drive me crazy! It's good for both of us. GL with your blog!
ReplyDeleteWeight loss - watch your portion size.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
Want to do it for yourself!
ReplyDeleteFor weight loss I learned to watch my sugar intake...not easy but it worked!
ReplyDeleteI lost 70 pounds and I did it by eliminating bad foods and drinks one thing at a time. It was a long slow process but it was worth it.
ReplyDeleteWeight loss centers around less food and more exercise. No snacks after dinner. Drink lots of water.
ReplyDeletefor skin care--i drink a lot of water and get plenty of sleep :)
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going vegan helped me lose a ton of weight, and stay healthy
ReplyDeletecb_shorty2003@yahoo.com
Weight loss - be honest and remember to balance input and output
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My weight loss tips: Drink a glass of water when you're feeling hungry and wait 15 minutes after that to eat. I also keep a container of low-fat, low-cal snacks on hand and allow myself 1 when I'm feeling the need to cheat...granola bars, fruit snacks and 1 low fat cookie in a ziploc bag are some of the snacks I keep for me.
ReplyDeleteI think the biggest tip for quitting smoking is you have to have your mind made up. Oh and Rx Chantix (med) is great!
ReplyDeleteFor quitting smoking, the person who is doing the quitting must be ready to stop. Badgering the person to finally stop smoking cigarettes won't get you anywhere. If they don't want to quit, it's not going to work.
ReplyDelete- Cheri Anne
For any of these goals, do not let one slip up throw you off the whole plan. Keep on the path. Sometimes you might hit a bump in the road but if you keep focused on the end result, ultimately you will be successful.
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Claire McKeon
drink lots of water and use moisturizer day/night for good skin
ReplyDeleteForget about working out and just go walking.
ReplyDeleteI quit smoking cold turkey 9 years ago after trying all the gums, patches, ect. So if you can handle it, cold turkey!
ReplyDeleteFor weight loss- buy smaller plates. We tend to overfill on our plates. If you don't have so much room, you aren't putting as many calories on it to eat, resulting in weightloss without the effort of excercise!
I use all natural soaps and moisturizers. I only use natural gentle products on my body and face. I get many compliments on my skin. Now, if I could only get the weight loss thing down. :)
ReplyDeleteMy tip for weight loss, drink plenty of water and do some physical activity several times a day.
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I don't smoke but for weight loss and skin care, my biggest tip is lots and lots of water!
ReplyDeleteWeight loss. Drink lots of water and eat breakfast. You will snack a lot less.
ReplyDeleteit's easiest to exercise if you have a partner with the same ethic as you, that way you have someone pushing you and someone to push yourself!
ReplyDeleteI lost weight while on Weight Watchers, then gained it back after getting off the program. I think it's all about good eating habits. One thing I've learned is that when I cut down on the candy and other sweets, after awhile I don't crave them as much.
ReplyDeletei try to have a protein shake w/whey in it as a snack. i also home bake all my sweet things so i can control the ingredients.
ReplyDeletePrepare a beautiful, colorful fruit cup and enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteI drink a lot of tea when losing weight. Keeps you fuller longer and some types help with metabolism
ReplyDeleteWalk with a friend. You can chat and you don't notice the miles ticking away!
ReplyDeleteLosing weight -- drink more water and less soda; walk more; cut lots of carbs out.
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Weight loss is achieved when you decrease everything made of flour, sugar, or pasta, and replace with veggies and fruits, water, baked meats like chicken or fish. Walk 5 or more times a week for 30 minutes each walk. letessha@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteMy tip for weight loss would be to exercise everyday. It has to become routine in order for it to be a lifestyle change.
ReplyDeleteThe best way to lose weight is to burn more calories than you consume.
ReplyDeletePortion control, cutting out most sugar & white flour
ReplyDeleteI say walking on the treadmill is great for losing weight I love to walk and listen to my ipod and the time flies right by
ReplyDeleteWe try to take long walks after dinner which helps us lose weight
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Well, you have to make permanent changes so start small in all areas. Make your portions smaller - if you want chips, pour out a few on a plate/napkin and put away the bag. Eat healthier foods - incorporate whole grains and vegetables and ensure that every meal has protein so that you don't go hungry by just eating lettuce leaves. Give up sugared drinks altogether - sodas have so much sodium in them that even the diet versions work against you. Make iced tea and drink it unsweetened. Drink overly sweet drinks (like juices from concentrate) in very small amounts. Make your morning cup with one less spoon of sugar and use milk instead of cream. Small efforts that can easily change your tastes and habits.
ReplyDeleteAlso, make moving a part of your day. If you work outside the home, walk fast from car to office and take the stairs when possible. Work at home, dance and sing while vacuuming or do lunges while brushing teeth. Just always move.
My tip for weight loss would be to start slow with realistic goals and milestones, and to gradually replace your bad food choices with better ones, so that eventually it becomes a natural part of your daily lifestyle -- and, if possible, to avoid eating out at all costs!
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Hubby and I work out together at the gym two days a week.
ReplyDeleteMy tip for weight loss is instead of eliminating foods I just have a little bit of everything. That helps prevent me from feeling deprived I also walk a few times a week
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When I drink more water throughout the day, I always drop some pounds!
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My diet tip is too eat smaller potions, chew twice as long and look at a picture of yourself at your heaviest before giving into temptation.
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My skin tip is to always wear sunscreen
ReplyDeleteMy tip is drink lots of water and use sunscreen every day.
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When I quit smoking gum was my best friend - helped with the cravings
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to help you lose weight, drink lots of water
ReplyDeleteDenise Donaldson
Drinking LOTS of water is a great weight loss tip. Also, getting a juicer and juicing your fruits and vegetables helps you get in all of the recommended daily servings, especially if you hate vegetables. The sweetness of the fruits hides the taste of the vegetables!
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I have been using proactiv for years and love it.
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I take Prenatal vitamins (not pregnant) & I drink at least 8 glasses of water a day & lastly wash my face in the morning & before bed. My skin is healthy and soft ;)
ReplyDeleteWater! Water! Water! Works both for weight loss and for skin care! To beat the boredom of plain water, I consume lots of fruits and veggies, which helps to flush toxins out of my body! ~ Sherrie
ReplyDeleteI have found having tea helps me not want to eat so much. And if you make it green tea helps the skin too
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Wear sunscreen year round and put on lotion as soon as you get out of the bath or shower.
DeleteTo lose weight, count your calories and drink lots of water!
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portion control and eating often
ReplyDeleteMy tip for weight loss is to eat a hard candy when you have a craving!
ReplyDeleteWW is great for weight loss
ReplyDeleteI always find that I loose weight better if I write down everything I eat and the emotion associated with the eating (was I upset, bored)....it helps!
ReplyDeletebergiejrfhe at yahoo dot com
Workout with friends to stay motivated and keep track of what you eat.
ReplyDeletesumer84@live.com
You have to really have the will to quit smoking, I tried once when I wasnt ready and failed epicly. Then I decided I wanted to quit one day and I literally just woke up one morning and never smoked again. I know it isnt that easy for most people.
ReplyDeleteschueler.jessica@yahoo.com
Eat lots of fruit and veggies.
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to keep yourself busy and have a set plan. Make small goals that you can reach and keep track of your progress.
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I have been trying to quit smoking. I bought a electronic cigarette, and it has cut my smoking in half. Still trying to get there all the way but the ecig does help a lot!!
ReplyDeleteWhen it comes to weight loss you need to make a plan that suits your needs. I lost a lot of weight in the past by tracking calories, drinking lots of water, and walking in place while watching my favorite TV shows. I used a free site called Sparkpeople which is an awesome community. There is a goal tracker where you can select how many lbs you want to lose and track that progress. Sparkpeople provides you with free tools such as calorie counter, fitness tracker, recipes, and daily fitness videos. You can customize your goals to fit your needs.
ReplyDeleteI quit smoking 21 years ago by keeping my hands busy with my awesome Super Nintendo lol. It worked and I have been smoke-free ever since.
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My skincare tip is to wash your face at leaest twice a day and use makeup designed to not irritate teh skin or clog pores
ReplyDeletelittleheathen9109 @ Yah00 d0t c0m
I've noticed many people rapidly lose weight just by quitting soft drinks with no additional effort.
ReplyDeletefor smoking, everytime i wanted to smoke! i put a dollar in a jar, so since i was breaking myself, i also broke my habit
ReplyDeleteFor weight loss, I simply took baby steps- five lbs here and then for the next goal, ten lbs. And I remained confident- I learned that I was already a great person, already beautiful. Confidence is the biggest aid.
ReplyDeletetridingermckee at gmail dot com
For Weight Loss- I still have a long way to go. But, I recently started doing Zumba exercises daily and eating healthier. It has been a week now and I feel better just from getting exercise. I also know the healthier eating is helping me feel better also.
ReplyDeletecweller75@gmail.com
simple but effective skin care tip is to moisturize every morning and evening
ReplyDeletebrich22 at earthlink dot net
Get plenty of sleep and drink lots of water. You have to exercise regularly and burn off more calories than you take in for weight loss.
ReplyDeletecaryn9802 at yahoo dot com
Never go to sleep with makeup on your face and drink plenty of water!
ReplyDeleteskipthelaundry at gmail dot com
im on a diet.i watch what i eat
ReplyDeleteamy16323(at)gmail(dot)com
I have lost 25 pounds this year so far and all I have done was start eating smaller portions and I go for a walk everyday.
ReplyDeleteI quit smoking 7 years ago by going cold turkey and making it a group effort with my smoker friends.
ReplyDeleteMy tip for losing weight is to never diet. Eat smaller portions and replace sugary drinks with water.
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My tip for quitting smoking... think of how much a pack of cigarettes are times how many packs you smoke per day plus how many you buy in a month. Total that up and think of how much money you save . You could also put the amount of money per day that you would spend on a pack in a jar and see how much you would have at the end of the month. I did and I have been smoke free for 8 years now. Best thing I ever did! Good Luck!
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The best way to lose weight is to not go out to eat, and work out everyday.
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ReplyDeletetamara
Use a smaller plate and make certain there are plenty of fruits and vegetables in your diet.
ReplyDeletecgclynsg0 @ gmail dot com
Let me know your tips for either quitting smoking or weight loss or skin care
ReplyDeletei run for health..never smoked
The only thing that works for me with weight loss is keeping myself accountable for the calories and sticking within my daily limit. I don't force myself to eat things I don't like (and that usually taste like cardboard) so I try to make my allotted calories count and be nutritious (1200 per day for me.)
ReplyDeleteFor smoking I tried a few times over the years and the only thing that finally worked was just getting so disgusted with it that I said "that's IT!" and it was. That was 8 years ago this month. :-)
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For weight loss, eating whole grains, lots of veggies, fruit, a little healthy fat like nuts, seeds and avocados, eating as little sugary food and drink as possible. Also having a piece of dark chocolate if I get a craving for a treat, and walking whenever possible has worked for me.
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Use portion control when eating!
ReplyDeletechrissylea1979 (at)gmail(dot) com
I have lost 120lbs in the last two years, my biggest tip would be to eat every 4 hours, something filling with fiber and protein, especially essential if you workout! It keeps the fat burning, your body needs food to lose weight!
ReplyDeletefor skin care always wear sunscreen especially living in Arizona.
ReplyDeleteFor weight loss, record everything you eat. I'm always surprised by how much I actually consume!
ReplyDeletelisa.blogs2 at gmail dot com
For skin care, I use a good moisturizer frequently. Also drinking plenty of water keeps my skin looking fresh. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSkin Care, i use baby oil everyday to keep my skin soft.
ReplyDelete(Virginia Rowell)
recently i lost 70 pounds, what has worked for me is nutrisystem. the weight is coming off slow and steady. I love it, if you want to learn more about it just email me.
ReplyDeletesusansmoaks at gmail dot com
I quit smoking almost a year and a half ago, still want one every time I stop to think about it. I had to quit simply because I couldn't afford to smoke them any more. The only tip I have is to watch your weight when you do decide to quit, I gained a ton of weight and now have that monkey on my back. :(
ReplyDeleteMy weight loss tip is to join a fun fitness class.
ReplyDeleteFor health and to feel and look young we eat pretty much paleo but do eat homemade keifer, which I haven't checked on but I know it makes me feel good. We exercise every day together and take quite a few supplements. Everything we eat is from scratch and we used healthy fats also. We really work at it.
ReplyDeletespcale at yahoo dot com carol lewis
My weight loss tip is that if you have a craving for something like chocolate do not deny yourself. Have 1 piece instead of 5 or however many that you would normally have. This way you will satisfy your craving without gaining weight.
ReplyDeletefor weightloss, for exercise, clean the house everyday (neat house and it keeps you moving all the time) and put on the music channel and dance to 5-6 songs. It's fun and you'll drop lbs!
ReplyDeleteweight loss...I guess just try a variety of healthy snack options, from fruit and veggies to low calorie/proportioned snacks. Figure out what you like and make those new things your 'go to' for snacking. There are more options out there than you think, and lots of them are really yummy
ReplyDeleteIn regards to weight loss: drinking green tea is helpful. Add it to your diet. Also make sure you are having about 10 servings of fruits and vegetables a day.
ReplyDeleteWell I will be trying to quit here in the next week. My tip, get rid of everything and wash everything right before and tell someone you'll be doing it so they can help.
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tips for quit smoking,have to want to,most important
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For weight loss, watch what you eat but do a LOT of walking, even manual labor on the job helps. Also use the latest supplements.
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Dieting with friends is great - pick strong friends who will keep you on track though.
ReplyDeleteWhen dieting I drink water. If I have sweet diet drinks, they seem to entice me into wanting more food. So I'm less tempted with water, and it also saves me money!
Don't fixate on it. I find that if I stress about a diet and worry about every little thing, then I am miserable. Make small changes over time.
ReplyDeleteWhen trying to quit anything, star off slow. Slow reductions and build on it gradually. The effects will last longer!
ReplyDeleteProtect your skin when you go outside by covering up or using sunscreen. garrettsambo@aol.com
ReplyDeleteDrink lots of water! Helps with weight loss and clearing up skin.
ReplyDeleteI lost 10 pounds this summer by walking more and reducing my portion sizes.
ReplyDeleteFor weight loss, have a good support system of people who aren't afraid to remind you of your goals.
ReplyDeleteFor skin care make sure that you remove your makeup every night and moisturize.
ReplyDeletePlan your meals ahead of time, that helped me a lot!
ReplyDeleteEat less & talk a nice walk everyday works for me :)
ReplyDeleteTo lose weight, eat tons of fruits and veggies, grilled chicken and fish. Watch your calories. No sugar and no grains and no red meat. (waterprincess812@aol.com)
ReplyDeleteI have lost 35 pounds in a little more than a year. I have tried so many times before and ended up gaining weight instead of losing it. Now I buy fresh fruit and slice it up so it looks like more. I then put the pieces in baggies and put them in the fridge. It really helps when I want something sweet. I also have found my triggers which makes me want something I should have and avoid them like caffeine, soda and even some juices.
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For weight loss, one word: FIBER! Upping your fiber in super easy ways (like swapping Splenda with Fiber for sugar) makes it so you'll drop pounds without noticing!
ReplyDeleteLots and lots of water
ReplyDeleteFor skincare wash your face morning and night.
ReplyDeletejust imagine what people think of you when they see you smoking or fat. also just this of how unhealthy it is for you! try to set personal goals and dont ever get down on youself.
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to walk each day as much as you can
ReplyDeleteDrink lots of water - keep some with you at all times & DRINK!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the contest.
Exercise.
ReplyDeletedonna444444@yahoo.com
For weight loss my suggestion is to change one thing at a time. When I tried to reduce portions size and limit carbs and sugars all at the same time I just felt overwhelmed. The same applies to exercise. I was so out of shape that I had to start very slowly and work up to something that would actually burn calories.
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drink a glass of water when you wake up in the morning and before bed at night. drink a glass 30 minutes before each meal - it will help fill you up and keep you hydrated :)
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