Picnic With A Plan

DCJArticles by Judy

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Can you smell the aromas from the sizzling grill? Can you picture the red plaid tablecloth? Are you dreaming about your favorite potato salad? Barbeques, concerts in the park, and summer celebrations are not only filled with laughter and good times, but also with excessive calories, so let’s explore how to survive the summer season of outdoor eating without gaining weight or feeling deprived! Can you smell the aromas from the sizzling grill? Can you picture the red plaid tablecloth? Are you dreaming about your favorite potato salad? Barbeques, concerts in the park, and summer celebrations are not only filled with laughter and good times, but also with excessive calories, so let’s explore how to survive the summer season of outdoor eating without gaining weight or feeling deprived! First, in any social setting remember to focus on the people and conversation rather than the food. When you think back on … Read More

License to eat…I don’t think so!!

DCJArticles by Judy

The minute your summer vacation is booked, the excitement starts to build – until you envision yourself putting on a swimsuit! With great resolve, you decide to avoid the "big squeeze"; by abruptly changing your eating and exercise habits. With a healthy and lean diet and regular workouts as your new priorities, you begin to look and feel great as your date of departure nears. The minute your summer vacation is booked, the excitement starts to build until you envision yourself putting on a swimsuit! With great resolve, you decide to avoid the “big squeeze” by abruptly changing your eating and exercise habits. With a healthy and lean diet and regular workouts as your new priorities, you begin to look and feel great as your date of departure nears. A renewed sense of pride sweeps over you as you clear your desk at work, change your voice mail, and pack … Read More

Eating Out

DCJArticles by Judy

Eating out can be easier than eating at home; it is all about mind set. First of all, you are going out to enjoy the company of your dinner companions. Focus on the conversation instead of the food. When you look back on dinners you ate out with friends, most likely you remember the conversations and the laughter more than the food! Also remember the other benefits of dining out: you don't have to cook; you don't have to clean up; and you can custom order your meal! A great trick to eating out is to drink lots of water before and during the meal. This will make you feel full and help you to eat less. There is no greater saboteur than going to a restaurant feeling hungry! If you are starving, it would be a good idea to eat a small apple with your water to take the ... Read More