Diet Another Day...I Wish!

ā€œIā€™m just one stomach flu away from my goal weight.ā€ ā€” Emily Blunt in The Devil Wears Prada

Friday, February 17, 2006

You can do it your way!

Conclusions as a result of the largest survey ever undertaken on long term maintenance after weight loss efforts by individuals!Your can succeed without using advertised diet programs, special foods, supplements or drugs. 25% of the people lose 10% or more of the original weight and kept it off for at least one year. 13% of all surveyed dieters keep at least 10% of their original weigh off for 5 years or more. What most people did to successfully maintain their weigh loss for at least a year:
  • Over 80% Exercised at least 3 times a week. E.g. walking or jogging
  • More than 70% of the people increased physical activity in their daily routine. E.g. parking their car further away.
  • About 70% reduced the amount of food consumed per meal.
  • Near 70 % eat fewer fatty foods.
  • Close to 70% eat less sweets and junk food.
  • Over 65% eat more fruits and vegetables.
  • More than 63% stop snacking between meals.
  • Above 60% drink less alcoholic drinks.
  • About 60% eat more frequent, smaller meals.
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