Being Healthy is Hard Work

I keep reading articles that say people cannot help being obese. I am not a dietician, a nutritionist or any sort of professional when it comes to nutrition and diet. But I will tell you from experience that I believe that 95% of people who are overweight/obese can help their condition. I found myself seriously overweight not too long ago. I weighed around 190 lbs. My normal weight is around 155 lbs. And I had to work really hard to lose that excess weight.

I have to watch what I eat very closely. I fill up on whole grains, vegetables and fruit. I eat single servings of meat-which is about the size of a deck of cards. I also eat lowfat or no-fat cheeses, drink skim milk, and I don't drink soda or juice. Water is my beverage of choice because it is great for you and has zero calories. I also seriously cut back on my alcohol consumption. I also walk everywhere that I can. Sitting on the couch watching TV does not burn calories. I eat snacks, but I eat things like Luna bars or a serving of peanuts. I don't deprive myself, either. There are so many lowfat snacks and desserts out now that taste great and come in single-size portions that it is okay to indulge every now and then. Also, I don't eat out while I am at work. I bring my lunch to work-that is the best way to ensure that I get a healthy, balanced meal.

It is hard work being healthy-it takes vigilance and dedication and a certain amount of sacrifice, but anything you really want out of life is worth the hard work.