Week 44, Monday!, Diet with Dianna

Ecclesiastes 11:7 Light is sweet; how pleasant to see a new day dawning.

Well, it's a new day, new week, and I have new opportunities to eat well, exercise, and be healthy. I am shopping for the new bicycle! I am so excited and ready to ride. 


Today, my inspiration comes from www.Caloriecount.com newsletter.  

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See the full article.  
Losing 144 Pounds without Surgery 
 [Highlights of the article]:
Q:How has your life changed now that you've lost weight?
A: Wow, where do I start? I'll do this in point form:
- I no longer suffer diabetes, liver, blood pressure, heart disease risks!!!!
- For the first time ever, my doctor has said I'm in "perfect health"
- I can actually feel/see my bones for the first time ever.
- I get cold easier. LOL
- I can buy any clothes that I want, NOT based on size restrictions.
- I can fit comfortably into any seats.
- I can make educated nutritional choices.
- I'm never out of breath easily.
- I feel like I have unlimited cardio ability.
- I don't sweat as easily.
- The list goes on...!

Q: What five tips do you have for other dieters?

A: -Don't consider your journey difficult. Just think of it this way; life is about choices, they don't have to be hard or easy, just different.

-Be persistent and don't give up. Persistence and finding a pattern that works for you, is key.

-Have a cheat meal once in a while.

-Count your calories!!!

-Always step it up. Don't be satisfied; always try to improve yourself whether that means stepping up your diet, or increasing exercise to get even FITTER!