[CyberTOPS] 7 Shocking Diet Flubs and Fixes

[Marie]

Thanks Theresa. Can I relate, oh yeah.
M
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Theresa" <theresa_dinius at yahoo.com>
To: "cyber tops" <cybertops at cybertops.net>
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2009 5:02 PM
Subject: [CyberTOPS] 7 Shocking Diet Flubs and Fixes


>A friend of mine sent this and I wanted to share
>
> 7 Shocking Diet Flubs and Fixes
>
> Dieting is a bit like walking a tightrope: easy to start but hard to stay 
> on.
> And according to experts, the most common diet missteps are caused by 
> things
> that might surprise you--your schedule, your friends, your shopping 
> habits,
> even your clothes. While these sneaky saboteurs could derail your efforts, 
> the
> good news is that you can stop them from undermining your long-term
> weight-loss goals. Follow this guide to get started.
>
> Diet Flub #1: You work late.
> Weight gain is a common occupational hazard for those who clock more than 
> 40
> hours a week. If you're on the nightshift, you're also at risk: A late
> schedule upsets the body's normal circadian rhythms, which may encourage 
> you
> to eat more.
> Diet Fix #1: Plan ahead.
> Try to limit your workload to 40 hours a week for your health's sake. If 
> you
> have to stay late from time to time, keep your desk stocked with
> easy-to-prepare, diet-friendly snacks, and be sure to have some bottled 
> water
> on hand. If you have to work the late shift, remember to prepare healthy 
> meals
> and snacks in advance.
>
> Diet Flub #2: You've got a desk job.
> Not surprisingly, those who have sedentary jobs are more at risk of living
> sedentary lives--a major risk factor for obesity. In fact, many experts
> believe that America 's obesity epidemic is directly related to the 
> increase
> in sedentary jobs over the past half-century.
> Diet Fix #2: Distract yourself, get around, and buddy up.
> Try chewing gum to distract yourself from the office candy jar and other
> unhealthy temptations. Rather than relying solely on email, walk around 
> the
> office a few times a day to speak to your coworkers in person. And 
> consider
> starting an office-wide diet challenge so you can encourage one another 
> toward
> weight-loss success.
>
> Diet Flub #3: You're sleep deprived.
> Sleep deprivation alters the levels of the hormones that regulate hunger,
> which can cause increased appetite and cravings for highly caloric,
> carbohydrate-based foods. In addition, a lack of sleep can lead to night
> eating, a nocturnal, sleep-related eating disorder.
> Diet Fix #3: Talk to your doctor, and redo your bedroom.
> If you think you may have a sleep disorder, it's important to talk with 
> your
> doctor about your symptoms so he or she can give you an accurate diagnosis 
> and
> prescribe the best course of treatment. That said, there are several ways 
> to
> improve your sleep naturally, such as reducing your caffeine consumption 
> late
> in the day; steering clear of nicotine and/or alcohol; and keeping your
> bedroom comfortably cool, dark, and quiet.
>
> Diet Flub #4: You're a slow shopper.
> It may seem counterintuitive, but grocery stores are not laid out for your
> convenience--the goal is to keep you in the store for as long as possible.
> Unfortunately, the longer you're there, the poorer the choices you're 
> likely
> to make.
> Diet Fix #4: Write it down, get in, and get out.
> Before you go shopping, make a list, and once you're in the store, 
> remember to
> stick to it. If you have an itemized list, you'll be less tempted to spend
> money on unnecessary products--or to let the sweet smell of chocolate-chip
> cookies lure you to buy one (or a dozen). In addition, make sure to eat 
> before
> you shop; going to a grocery store on an empty stomach could set the stage 
> for
> diet disaster.
>
> Diet Flub #5: You're a loner.
> When it comes to diet and exercise, you may be tempted to go it alone. But
> research has shown that those who team up with a partner have a greater 
> chance
> of achieving their weight-loss goals.
> Diet Fix #5: Get connected, and buddy up.
> Try to find a diet buddy who is as dedicated to weight loss as you are. It 
> can
> be a family member, a friend, a coworker, or a person that you've only met
> online. The most important thing is that the two of you are serious about 
> your
> goals and able to encourage and support each other.
>
>
> Diet Flub #6: You're a social butterfly.
> Being a loner can sabotage your weight loss, but that doesn't mean being 
> too
> social will make you skinny. Obesity can spread through social ties. In 
> fact,
> if your friends are obese, your chances of becoming obese increase by 57
> percent.
> Diet Fix #6: Make friends, and influence people.
> No one should choose their friends based on their body size. But you can
> encourage your social circle to join you in your weight-loss efforts. If 
> they
> don't want to lose weight, don't push them, but try to suggest healthy
> activities that you can do together, like power walking, and decline 
> invites
> that could cause your weight loss to stall (like late-night trips to 
> fast-food
> joints).
>
>
> Diet Flub #7: You wear loose clothing.
> Sure, those old sweats may be comfy, but wearing baggy clothes day after 
> day
> can cause you to gain weight. According to experts, loose garments conceal
> extra pounds, often encouraging their wearers to continue gaining weight,
> rather than taking proactive steps to lose it.
> Diet Fix #7: Overhaul your closet.
> There's no need to squeeze yourself into clothes that are too small, but 
> make
> sure the garments you wear fit correctly. As your jeans and skirts loosen 
> up,
> you'll know you're on the right track. And once you've reached your target
> weight, give away every piece of clothing that doesn't fit you anymore. 
> You'll
> be less likely to regain the weight if you have to invest in a whole new
> wardrobe.
>
> Theresa Dinius <><
>
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> Carroll
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