Since it has been like forever since I posted anything on here, I decided to actually make this a true "anything goes" page. So, I will just pop in from time to time and let you on what my muse is leading me to. Since I have been trying to eat the Flat Belly way, nutrition has been on my mind. I just found these points and thought someone else out there might be interested:whfoods.org/genpage.php


Not sure how to cut back on calories? Here are a few tips to help prevent unnecessary consumption:

• Avoid eating until "you can't eat another bite." In addition, avoid going too long without food. If you wait to eat until you are "starving," you are likely to have less control over what and how much you eat.

   

• Eat only when you are hungry. You might be surprised how often you eat for emotional reasons. So, try to be aware of when you are eating to cover up feelings of loneliness, sadness, or anger, and seek an activity besides eating to meet your emotional needs.

   

• Do not combine eating with other activities, such as reading or watching television. Research indicates that a major cause of weight gain is "unconscious" consumption of food. Many people eat up to 1000 more calories each day than they think they do.

   

• Never go to the grocery store on an empty stomach. If you shop when you are ravenous, you will be tempted to buy unhealthy foods.

   

• Slow down! Make mealtimes relaxing and enjoyable. Eat only when sitting down, chew each bite many times, and put your fork down between mouthfuls.

   

• Drop out of the "clean your plate club." If you are full, it is OK to leave a few bites of food on your plate!