Root for Root Beer

My brother has liked Root Beer since the days when the soda fountain at Kresge’s 5 & 10 had that big barrel dispenser sitting on the back counter. For some reason It’s not a thirst quencher. But it sure can quench cravings. Diet Root Beer is one of my favorite sweet treats with no calories. The extra sweetness seems to satisfy more than any other drink. Though Diet Dr. Pepper and cream soda also offer some variety.

TODAY: TAKE A NICE LONG WALK AT A PARK.

All Those Bites Count Too

I’ve told you before that exercise counts even if it’s in small portions throughout the day. Well food does the same. Don’t fool yourself. A bite of candy here, a few chips there, it still gives you calories that you have to burn. Don’t have those things around and you won’t be tempted. You do want to eat several times a day to keep your metabolism up and burning. Just eat snacks that have high protein, low carbs, high fiber and low calories. Pay attention to what you eat don’t just open your mouth and stick in whatever is handy.

TODAY: AVOID UNNECESSARY CALORIES.

Are You REALLY Hungry?

There is a difference between being hungry and having a craving.  There is actually a book by Michelle May, MD, titled Am I Hungry? She says “Hunger is your body’s way of telling you that you need fuel, so when a craving doesn’t come from hunger, eating will never satisfy it” . When you’re done eating, you should feel better — not stuffed, bloated, or tired. Though you may not think it is this size, “Your stomach is only the size of your fist, so it takes just a handful of food to fill it comfortably,” says May.

That’s an easy way to measure portion sizes and punch up your diet success.

Remember, you might sometimes confuse thirst with hunger. You can end up eating when a glass of water is really what you need.

TODAY: DO SIT-UPS AND PUSH-UPS IN ADDITION TO WALKING