Body Image...

[Not Afraid]

Originally Posted by Strangler Lewis

What BTD said. The mechanics of losing weight are simple. More exercise and diet modification. Don't drink your calories. Whole grain bread. One slice instead of two. No more mounds of greasy rice or noodles. Limit desserts and alcohol to truly special occasions. Portion control. Don't eat late. Brush your teeth after every meal to eliminate the need to throw fresh tastes after sour ones.

You got it. But, if your metabolism has been out of whack for a very long time or you're "older", the process can be slower and frustrating.

For me, losing weight usually is a by product of eating better and exercising more, but the health benefits of fewer pounds are HUGE for me. I don't care if I eat a perfect diet, if I'm carrying 50 extra pounds around, my risk for all sorts of "things that killed my family" go WAAAAYYYY up.