That sort of success helps maintain motivation. I don't want to be a size 22 again, said Vicki. She lost the weight by following a program based on Mayo Clinic's new food pyramid. It's a simple eating philosophy with two main goals. One is to improve people's health, said Dr. Donald Hensrud, a Mayo Clinic Endocrinologist, and the second one is to give people a tool to better help manage their weight.
People can eat an unlimited amount, as often and as much as they want.
In the center of the pyramid is a reminder for people to do some sort of exercise daily. Vickie Kruger took up walking and tries to fit in twenty to thirty minutes a day. She lost pounds and inches following this food pyramid plan. If you re concerned about eating too many fruits and vegetables, don't be. The health benefits are many, including reduced risks of heart disease and some cancers.