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In reply to the discussion: I've put on 20 pounds in the 3.5 months since I quit smoking [View all]mnhtnbb
(31,374 posts)Log EVERYTHING you eat.
Up your protein consumption--because that is what will keep you from being hungry.
Turkey breast and Greek yogurt are great high protein snacks.
Load up on fresh veggies. Keep things like carrots, celery sticks, and sweet pepper slices
handy for munching.
Stay away from white potatoes, white rice, pasta, bread.
Drink LOTS of water. You should have at least 64 oz/day.
Cut out caffeine as much as possible.
Eliminate--or certainly cut back on--wine/beer/booze.
Do aim for losing 1-2 lbs / week. You are much more likely to keep the weight
off if you lose it slowly.
Remember, you are NOT going on a diet--you are changing the way you approach
nourishing your body in order to reach and then maintain a healthy weight.
Good luck!