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Get Started TodayNo more "I'll start my diet next Monday!" excuses! There is no reason you can't begin your weight loss journey right here, right now. Here are some suggestions on how to get started.
10 Ways to Lose Weight without Going on a Diet
Don't want to go on a diet? You don't have to. Check out these 10 easy ways to make small changes than lead to losing weight. 8 Ways to Lose Weight in 2008
Don't let another year go by without making these easy changes that will help you lose weight and be more healthy! Create and Assess Your Food Journal in Six Steps
Learn what to record in your food journal and how to review it to make better eating decisions each day. Evaluate a Weight Loss Program in Five Steps
Learn how to evaluate a diet program that you are interested in, including safety, cost and support factors. Questions Your Food Diary Can Help You Answer
Keeping a food diary can help you lose weight. Learn about the questions your food diary can help you answer about your eating habits. 10 Tips for Healthier Meals
Whether you're a kitchen newbie or you simply want to make the old stand-by's more diet-friendly, these 10 tips will help you cook light and nutritious meals. 10 Ways to Fail at Weight Loss
From weighing in too often to cutting too many calories, these are the things you don't want to do. 15 Facts for Weight Loss Newbies
If you're new to weight loss, these are the 15 facts you need to know. 50 Foods for Fat Fighters
Now that the pantry is free of "bad stuff", you've got to keep it stocked with the healthful staples that will keep you on track. Assess Your BMI
Wondering if you're considered overweight or obese? With a little math, you can calculate your own BMI and identify which weight category you fall into. Before Starting a Weight Loss Program
Get the answers to these questions before you start any commercial weight loss program. Before You Decide on a Weight Loss Program
These are some points to consider when you begin choosing a weight loss program or diet. Choose the Right Diet Book for You
So many books ... so little time. How do you choose among all the diet books on the market? Cooking for Weight Loss
Learn some of the best (and one of the worst) ways to cook for weight loss. Easy Changes that Lead to Weight Loss
Don't say "diet" ... just say yes to these new, healthier habits that will last for a lifetime of weight managment. Flavor without Fat
Check out these ways to add flavor to lighter fare without upping the fat and calories. Food Diary Print-Out
This simple print-out will help you track what you eat and drink, identify problem areas, and assess emotional eating. Get the Right Answers
These are the questions anyone considering a weight loss program should ask before beginning the plan. How to Avoid Six Dieting Mistakes
Make sure you're not making these common mistakes many dieters make! How to Begin a Walking Program
Learn how to start walking for weight loss. How to Count Calories and Lose Weight
Learn how to design your own weight loss plan by assessing your daily caloric needs and cutting or burning additional calories. How to Stop Putting Off Losing Weight
There's no room for excuses and no time like the present ... no more putting off weight loss! How to Use a Pedometer
A pedometer can cost just a few dollars but it can be an invaluable tool to get you motivated to exercise. If You Need to Get Help with Weight Loss
Learn where and how to get help with losing weight if traditional diets aren't working for you. Keep a Food Diary
Keeping a food diary will help you identify the habits, foods and times of day that will be your biggest weight loss challenges. Make a Fresh Start
No matter how many bad habits you have right now, any time is a good time to make a fresh start: Here are some ideas to get you going in the right direction. Shoud I Follow a Diet or Do it Myself?
This is the question I get asked most often and the question you need to ask yourself before you start losing weight: Should I follow a diet to lose weight or do it myself? Spring Clean Your Diet
No matter what time of year it is, there are a few foods that anyone serious about losing weight needs to clear out from their kitchen. Talk to Your Doctor About Weight Loss
If you have found you have a significant amount of weight to lose, schedule a visit to the doctor to discuss your diet and exercise plans. Walking for Weight Loss
Learn why walking is the ideal exercise to begin during initial weight loss efforts. Why Counting Calories Still Counts
Learn why watching your calorie intake is the smartest weight loss tactic you can use. |
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