Since
the 1st of the year, a lot of us have been talking about weight loss.
But
don't jump on the next fad diet that comes along.
That's
because they're almost a guarantee of failure.
Nutrition and dieting expert Julie Miller tells us there's no
magic fix.
Unless
you can stick with a plan, for the long term, it's a waste of time.
She
says we
really need to care about long-range results.
Plans
that make huge promises, about no exercise or calorie counting, won't
work.
Plus,
It's dangerous to go up and down with your weight.
You're
much better off with a slow and steady weight loss.
Miller
says people who succeed, use normal foods in reduced amounts.
Part
of the problem is that people in the U.S. Suffer from portion
distortion.
The
typical restaurant serving is more than enough food, for two people.
She
suggests dividing the plate in half and then take half home for lunch
the next day.
When
it comes to soft drinks, go with 6 or 7 ounces like in the servings
of the 1950's.
Miller
says in the end calories do count.
She
also says be sure to eat breakfast, even if you don't like breakfast
food.
If
you have to, eat pizza, just eat a sensible amount.
