If you’re tired of starting over, stop giving up. – Unknown
Below are things you may have experienced while on a ‘traditional’ diet:
Weight is typically lost quickly in a set period of time Foods are categorized as “good” or “bad” Entire food groups are left out (i.e., dairy, carbs, etc.) Calorie consumption is greatly restricted Progress is dependent on a number on the scale “Calories in; Calories out” Once the diet ends, the weight comes back on…and then some
Here are some things you will experience with a lifestyle change:
Eating healthy, nutritious and whole foods, knowing they will nourish and sustain you Slower, more permanent weight loss because it’s done at a healthy pace Second nature (actions of restriction vs. feelings of restriction) Less likely to experience extreme hunger, food deprivation, and mental stress Measuring your progress beyond what the scale says Something that you can stick with… (continue reading)