I'm listening....Day 1

Thank you for touching base.  I am listening.  I've heard you, You are struggling, as am I.

The good news is, we are not alone.  My intention for this blog was always to document this journey in hopes of helping someone. Anyone.  Together, we can do this,

It doesn't really matter which program you are following (as long as you are EATING) - none of that shake or cookie nonsense.  That will never teach you how to eat regular food and live a healthy life. That's a quick fix.  And while I too would love to wake-up to a 15 lb weight loss, we all know that's not the healthy way of doing things.

So here we go....while I will make every attempt to blog something, every day, please don't hold me to it ;-)  My life gets in the way sometimes.  I can however, be just an e-mail away to help, support or give you that little push you may need.  Just ask.

Before going any further, I shall repeat: I AM NOT A DOCTOR so should you take up any healthy eating plan, follow me or anyone else, you are doing so, on your own. Discuss any health issues with your doctor please.  I KNOW WHAT WORKS FOR ME, SO I SHARE. I CANNOT GUARANTEE IT WILL WORK FOR YOU.

So let's call this journey, DAY 1 -

1. If you choose WW like I do, I am going to recommend you download itrackbites.  It is the BEST $2.99 you will ever spend.  It is available for both the iphone and androids.  The iphone version is MUCH better for now, allowing you to track your weight and progress as well.  Hopefully Android will catch up soon.

I am following what itrackbites calls the CLASSIC program.  This is my go-to. Program works for me.  Not sure why they revamped it as the new programs DON'T work for me.  I am a firm believer in the stick-to-what-works theory, so that's what I do :-)  Any time you see me post points here, I am referring to the CLASSIC program. If you mix the points or try to combine both programs, it will NOT work and you could put your health at risk.  Choose one program and go for it!

2. Check out some of the great items I try to always have in the house. The MASTER LIST.  You do NOT need to buy everything in one swoop.  Follow the sales, buy only what you enjoy.  If you hate pineapple, do not buy pineapple.  That would be a waste.

3. Eating healthy does not have to be expensive.  Sure, a pack of Ramen noodles is $ 0.49.  But have you every checked out the lack of nutrients in those things? Calories, fat,  sodium - YIKES! Buy what's on sale, buy what's in season but for goodness sakes, do buy healthy!

4. Last point for this morning.  You MUST MUST MUST track/journal/jot down every single morsel that goes in your mouth.  That is not torture,  It makes you accountable and it helps reveal your eating patterns.  You will see where you "messed up", where your weaknesses may be and at what time of the day you tend to fall off track. You will actually come to enjoy the process as you discover new foods and become more inventive with your choices.

We are in this TOGETHER.  Need help? Contact me.  Anytime.  Follow the blog to receive updates.  Ask for help - comment - it's ALL GOOD.

Be kind.

For those of you who cannot or do not wish to purchase the app, there is a list you can print off (warning, it's LONG) - Contact me to receive.