The American Heart Association can help you assess your weight with a variety of different techniques. Unfortunately, quick weight-loss regimens and special diets often fail. And we need a well-balanced variety of foods to have the energy to keep going and maintain health. That s why you should focus your efforts on gradual improvement in eating habits and lifestyle for lasting results. Better fitness doesn t have to mean only carrot sticks and a treadmill.
Most alcoholic drinks are high in calories with little nutrition, so cut back.
For a quick breakfast on the run, skip the donuts or muffins. Try a low-calorie breakfast bar, an apple or two, and some fruity yogurt. Bring a banana or two and some nuts for a mid-morning snack. Pack a healthy lunch once in awhile instead of eating out. Whole grain bread and tuna salad made with low-calorie mayonnaise means a lot fewer calories and less fat than many restaurant meals.