We all have an inner voice that talks to us. Sometimes it is a good friend but at other times it does not seem to have our best interests at heart.
It happens when you are tempted to eat something you don’t need. It can say, “Just have one chocolate — it won’t hurt. Just have one chocolate and you will feel so much better.” Then it says, “Hey, have another — just one more won’t hurt.” And so it goes on until all of the chocolates are gone and you feel cross with yourself.
At times like these it often helps to have a personal mantra. It will help you to gain self-control. You don’t have to say it out loud or share your personal mantra with anyone else. When offered a cake that you know you really don’t need, say to yourself — “Nothing tastes as good as being slim feels”. Other mantras that may work for you could include, “I only eat healthy food”, or “I only eat when I’m hungry”.
My mother always used to say, “A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips”.
Remember – the thought of having a tasty treat is often better than actually having one! So just enjoy watching everyone else!
Recipe of the Week
Warm Potato Salad With Italian Dressing
Serves 6
Ingredients
680 g small red potatoes, scrubbed
180 ml light Italian dressing
5 shallots, finely sliced
5g parsley, chopped
1 red bell peppers, seeded and finely diced
1 yellow bell peppers, seeded and finely diced
1/2 tsp. salt optional, or to taste
Method
Boil whole potatoes in salted water 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and rinse potatoes under cold water until just cool enough to handle. Drain again. Cut potatoes into 1.5 cm pieces and place in a salad bowl. Add remaining ingredients and pepper to taste to potatoes. Toss lightly.
Weight Watch:
Avoid the Trigger Foods
Are there foods you know you can’t resist? Since you know that just the smell of these foods will make your mouth water, steer clear of these tempting triggers. For example, if you know that you absolutely cannot bake chocolate chip cookies without eating most of the batch while they’re still warm, don’t bake them at home anymore. Instead, treat yourself to an occasional fresh-baked cookie from a bakery or coffee shop. By making a point of not totally denying yourself some of your favorite foods, you’re more apt to remain in control and not let these foods trigger an eating binge you’ll soon regret.
Ask Alva
I have a sedentary lifestyle. I work from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. I am 26 years old, height — 5’4” weight — 85 kgs. I want to be 65-70 kgs. in 2 months time. I have a heavy chest/back and arms. I need an exercise plan for these areas. I am married and want a baby. I need to reduce weight for the same. I have had cases of ovarian cysts. Should I take Actrim? What kind of exercises should I go for? Will taking Actrim affect me in any way? How long should I take Actrim? Judy V
Your BMI measurement is 32 which means that you are in a weight range classified as obese. You are at high risk of heart diseases, high blood pressure and some cancers. Taking Actrim every day will help you start to lose weight effectively, and the online Actrim club will help you to make gradual changes which will ensure that the weight you lose will be lost for life! And of course losing weight will improve your chances of conceiving. Continue taking Actrim until you reach your desired weight. Start by aiming to lose just 5 kilos in the first 30 days, but eventually you should reduce to 65 kilos for the sake of your future good health. There are no side effects from Actrim and it will take you approximately 4-5 months to achieve this weight. If you email to [email protected] you will receive a free copy of my Mini-Morning Workout which is an ideal way for you to begin to get some exercise into your life. Alva
