Every Friday I eat a decadent dinner and dessert, no exceptions. I refuse to say “cheat day” or that I “let” myself do this. I just do it because food isn’t a moral choice. There’s no “good” or “bad” foods. There’s just food. And on Friday evenings I eat delicious treats. The six pictured Fun Size Snickers bars were what…
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When you work up a sweat, you’re burning calories, which, when combined with a balanced diet, leads to weight loss. And you know what’s sweet about that? Slimming down not only makes you look and feel great, but it also reduces the risk of things like diabetes, heart issues, and some nasty cancers. So, it’s a win-win for your looks…
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I live in the Northern Hemisphere, and from late August until March when the time changes I use a full-spectrum SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) Lamp to keep me from getting the “winter blues” from the dim light of winter. When I’m depressed I’m much less likely to stick to a diet plan because I just figure ‘to hell with it’…
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When I was a kid I used to stare into space during school. My grades were fine (because it was an easy school and I was smart enough), but I never could pay attention for very long. Homework was torture because it required strict attention. Especially when I got older and went to a very “prestigious” junior high and high…
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I’m tired of … … holding in my stomach as if that makes a difference. … being hot and sweaty all the time. … not fitting into regular seats and trying not to touch the person next to me. … wondering if today is the day I’ll run into an old boyfriend or someone from high school and be mortified.…
