HOW I LOST 11 POUNDS-PART II

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Last week I shared about my 11 pound weight loss. I shared four small changes that made a tremendous difference in my health. If you missed it, no worries. Here you go!

Since that post, I've received a few requests to share a little more about my diet during the past few months. Let me just say, I don't believe in diets. They come and go and never seem to work for me. Instead I make healthier choices one meal at a time. About 80% of my meals came from the following list (see below). I'm not a nutritionist and I urge you to consult with your physician before making any changes in your diet and exercise.





Eating off this list made it easy to maintain. I also fully believe in cheating on any plan. Instead of a cheat day, have a cheat item. No matter what you decide, keep it simple!


 Meat;
Chicken
Turkey
Salmon
Shrimp
Eggs
Pork
Pepperoni

Side Dish: Roasted Veggies
Veggies:
Squash
Carrots
Arugula
Romaine
Asparagus
Greens
Mushrooms
Spinach
Bell pepper
Onion
Cucumber
Green Beans
Tomato
Cabbage
Zucchini

Carbs:
Sweet Potatoes
Brown or Wild Rice

Fruit:
Apples
Bananas
Blueberries
Lemon
Lime
Nectarines
Orange
Strawberries

Sweetner:
Lunch: Egg salad, Apples & Veggies
Stevia

Drinks:
Green tea
Water lemon

Dairy:
Unsweet Almond Milk

Cooking Oil:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Fats:
Avocado
Cashews
Butter

Nuts:
Cashews
Pistachio
Walnuts
Pumpkin Seeds
Sunflower Seeds
Almonds

Sweet:
Cacao (Dark Chocolate)

Remember, small changes lead to BIG results. Don't discount the power of giving up just 200-300 calories each day. Maybe one less soda or sweet treat. Set small goals. Start by giving up one item the first week. Give up a second item the next week in addition to the item that you gave up the first week. Aim to lose 1-2 pounds in a month and in just 6 months, you will be down 6-12 pounds. Even better, in a year, those small changes could total nearly 24 pounds or more! Stay inspired! (Posted by Renee Scott)

3 John 1:2
Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.




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