Reply #27: Absolutely right!

[MaineDem]

I don't "diet". Ihave made a definite lifestyle change in how I eat and exercise. I've lost 130 pounds and I will never be able to eat the way I used to.

I feel the term diet indicates it's a temporary thing until goal is met.

For weight-loss tips I'd suggest drinking at least 10 glasses of water a day, write down everything you eat (even nibbles and "tastes"), and exercise 40 minutes at least 4 times a week. And educate yourself...read books to determine just what will work best for you. I recommend Bob Greene's "Get with the Program" but there are many books out there.

Also, don't go for any quick fix programs. Trust me, in the long run they won't work.

Finally, it's a big mental game. So much of weight loss is governed by your attitude. Look at it as a long-term thing and strive for perseverance not perfection.

Off my soap box now. :)