Things You'll Need:
- Pencil
- Paper
- Calendar
- Recipes
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Step 1
Make a list of your favorite recipes. Just make sure they are ones that are healthy for you, so eating them will help you reach your goal, not push you further from it.
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Step 2
Compile a book of easy recipes. It's always good to have several recipes on hand that contain simple ingredients and take less than 30 minutes so you're not tempted to eat while you wait for your main meal. You'll also be less tempted to eat fast food on the run, which means you'll have more success at weight loss.
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Step 3
Schedule a time to plan your weekly menu and then plan a time to shop. Shop smart by building your healthy menus around the sale items for the week.
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Step 4
Try one new recipe a week. Variety is "the spice of life"!
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Step 5
Put the money you're saving (from not buying junk food) into a non-food reward. A massage, a new article of clothing, a novel, or some pretty jewelry are just a few reward suggestions.
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Step 6
Ask the manager of your local grocery store to stock items you would like to purchase but don't yet see on the shelves.
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Step 7
Stick to your menus! When you shop smart and eat healthy meals, you have a greater chance of successful weight loss.
Comments
ponchomeg said
on 6/27/2009 Great article! 5*
lynnhsmomof2 said
on 2/5/2009 Great tips on weight loss! 5*
Mitestarossa said
on 1/3/2009 Excellent tips for those of us who are always dieting.