Losing Weight Means Finding Out What Works For You

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26 Feb 2007 09:04 PM

Have you heard the weight loss story of Roger Troy Wilson, the author of the book Let's Do Lunch? He went from 425 pounds and a 60 inch waist to 195 pounds and a 36 inch waist after devising his own weight loss plan. He claims that he developed his weight loss regimen through trial and error. He makes four suggestions to help you get started.

2. Lunch should be your main meal and it should be protein packed.

3. Succumb to cravings, if you must, but choose the least fattening option.

4. Substitute pasta, bread, potatoes, and rice for corn, beans, and peas.

He utilizes these steps in his sample, daily meal plan. He details a plan of action for each meal of the day, including snacks. Tips are set-up in question and answer format. He pays particular attention to cravings. You don't have to give up fast food while you're on his plan. He shares his technique for making the meals less fattening. He also provides a detailed, two week meal plan. You get a shopping list, too. There is a lot of information in this brief book.

I have tried his plan, but I didn't stick with it. Keeping fresh fruit in the house became too pricey. I also had a hard time believing that I would lose weight. I was eating foods that I like and these were foods that were restricted on other diets. I enjoyed having smoothies for breakfast and the entire family ate pounds of frozen grapes. While following his plan, I felt like I had more energy. I don't remember feeling bloated. The recipes were easy to follow and the ingredients were typical food items.

Wilson exposes his feelings about being overweight and shares how his weight affected his life. It took him fifteen years of trial and error, but he figured out what worked for his body. Now, he's leaner, healthier, and happy with his weight.

Although it may be tempting to try new weight loss methods, please seek medical advice before starting any weight loss plan.

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Lashell Hoover lives in Maryland with her husband, three children, and beloved pets. A former SAHM, she is currently a full-time university student. She enjoys writing, reading, music, art, and life.

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Katie-Anne Gustafsson (604) 26 Feb 2007 11:50 PM

Fruit is something I have a hard time with. I love to eat it. I love real juice drinks. But - it doesn't do anything for my sweet cravings at all! I work fruit into my daily intake because of it being necessary - but my sweet cravings require other pacifiers! LOL It's awesome how much weight he lost, and that he was able to find a way that worked for him. That's the key for all of us I think. Frozen grapes are a great treat on a hot day - blueberries are also good frozen and really good for you!

Lashell Hoover (470) 28 Feb 2007 10:29 AM

Hi Katie-Anne, I agree with you...about fruit not satifying cravings for sweets. When I want something sweet, I have to have the specific treat or I'll binge. I was fascinated by his story because he was like so many of us who want to lose weight. We reach a point where we're not happy with our size or need to do something about it and then we keep trying until we find the method that will help us fight the bulge.