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5 Ways to Control Stress Eating

“I choose to flip the switch on negative thinking and feelings.” Some people handle stress by not eating.  “I forgot to eat dinner because I was too stressed.”  “When I’m stressed, I lose weight.” But, that’s not me.  Many of us “stress eat.”  Stress eating, or “emotional eating,” means that emotions, not hunger, dictate when … read more

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Say What? There’s a Difference Between a Portion and a Serving?

“What gets measured gets managed.” The Holiday season makes it very  difficult to stick to your S.M.A.R.T. weight management goals.  But, focusing on how much to eat, not just what to eat can keep you on track. A Portion or a  Serving? Most people do not understand the difference between a “portion” and a “serving.”  … read more

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Learn to Set SMART Exercise Goals

“I can crush my goals one step at a time and one sit up at a time.” A regular exercise program with S.M.A.R.T.  goals is important for overall health and is important for losing weight and keeping it off.   Many people want to be “fit and trim” and understand the importance of exercise, but do … read more