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Solving Obesity: Food Prices Based on Calorie Count

I had an interesting thought the other day as I pulled up to the drive-thru window of the local fast food restaurant as I counted my money. What if food prices were based on calorie count? Not only would we all be thin, but we would be all the wealthier as we are all counting our pennies these days. Let’s just say that a cheeseburger, which is about calories 340 at one local fast food chain, sold for $3.40 and a Caesar salad, which is about 160 calories at the same place sold for $1.60. Another example would be the … Continue reading →

I’m Too Busy to Diet!

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Nonsense! You can still lose weight while maintaining a busy life. It can be done. I’ve been there. I did it. Here are a few tips on how to trim down without having to give up all the fun and convenience. First of all, eat breakfast! If you don’t think you’ll have time for breakfast, consider a meal replacement bar or drink that is well balanced in protein, carbohydrates and fats. Try a Zone Bar or one of the newer Slim Fast shakes that has a lower carbohydrate content and a higher protein content (think Ultima or Low-Carb). Next, if … Continue reading →

Momma’s on a Diet: Week 4 Weigh-In

Well it’s been another successful dieting week as far as the eating goes I’m happily relieved to report. No backsliding, no hidden treats, not even a day when I’ve exceeded the amount of Weight Watcher points that I’m allowed to have. I feel positively angelic to be honest – like my Weight Watcher wings should be getting fitted any day now (HAH!) – but I was still feeling nervous getting on the scales this morning. It’s starting to feel like that guilty feeling you get going through customs control at the airport. You KNOW you haven’t anything with you that … Continue reading →