It's time to stop eating holiday cookies and candy. Do you think you can do it? Probably not as long as they are still in your house. If you have leftover holiday cookies or candy in your house, you need to get rid of them. It doesn't matter how you get rid of them, just GET RID OF THEM. You can throw them in the trash or give them to a neighbor, anything to avoid being tempted to eat them yourself.What will you do with your leftover holiday cookies and candy? Also See:

Did you know that choosing to eat foods that are low on the glycemic index can increase your energy level and also help you lose weight? It's true. Foods that are high on the glycemic index (like bread and pasta) will give you a quick boost of energy, but very quickly your blood sugar will crash and you will become fatigued. However, foods that are low on the glycemic index help you to sustain energy over time, and will help you lose weight.

One of the biggest problems we face when we are on a diet, is the feeling of deprivation. We feel deprived, and we want to eat the "junk" foods that aren't part of our diet. Believe it or not, the best way to stay on your diet at this point, is to give in to your desire to cheat.

If you avoid wearing loose fitting clothing, you will also avoid overeating and possible weight gain. It's much easier to overeat when we are wearing loose fitting clothing (such as sweats). So, try sticking to jeans that fit well or are a little snug, and you might avoid picking up some of those extra holiday pounds. Also See: Dieting Tip: Keep Health Foods In The House At All Times Burn Off Holiday Calories

In order to eat healthy during our declining economy, we need to learn to take time to make the most of every dollar we spend on groceries. This can be easier said than done, but it can be done. Taking time to plan is key to your success. Here are a few tips to help you eat (and shop) healthy on a budget... Tip #1 - Take the time to look for deals, use coupons and check sale fliers. The Internet has made this even easier, you can check sales and print coupons right from your computer.

It's very important to set realistic dieting and fitness goals for yourself. This way you avoid the frustration of having to "give-up" or feel like a "failure" because of overly ambitious goals. Instead, set achievable goals, and celebrate every milestone. For example... If you want to lose twenty pounds, set a starting goal for five. Once you reach your five pound goal, it will be much easier for you to get motivated to continue on to the next five. Before you know it, you will have lost all twenty. Do the same with your fitness goals...

When we go on a diet the first thing we do is get rid of all the high calorie and high fat products in the house. And that's good...Getting rid of our temptation is probably the most important first step in successful dieting. But, if you forget the second most important step, you will run the risk of failure. So...What's the second step? Make sure you always have a good supply of healthy food in your house. That sounds like a no-brainer, but it's something many of us have a tendency to forget.

If you are really serious about losing weight and eating healthy, ask a friend to join you. A friend or dieting partner can be very beneficial to your success. Someone you can go to the gym with. Someone you can share a healthy meal with. Someone you can share your dieting ups and downs with.

Do you love eggnog but hate all the extra fat and calories? I found a great recipe for a low fat and low calorie substitute for eggnog. Give it a try and let me know what you think. From Perfect Entertaining... 1 quart skim milk 1 cup thawed fat free frozen egg substitute * 1/2 cup fat free instant vanilla pudding powder 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1 teaspoon rum extract Freshly grated nutmeg

I just happened to come across some great dieting and weight loss tools at the Prevention website. I've already talked about the importance of keeping a journal of the foods you eat each day - You Are What You Eat. Here is a tool specifically for keeping track of your meals and calorie intake...

Did you know that spicy meals could help you lose weight? It's true. If you're like me and love spicy foods, this is great news. It seems preparing your meals with garlic, pepper and other zero-calorie spices may prevent overeating. Benefits of Spicy Foods...

I didn't understand the importance of BMI until last year around this time. It was getting cold and I couldn't fit into any of my jeans. I figured I had gained a couple of pounds, but when I got on the scale, it turned out I gained over 20 in less than a year. I was surprised by the number, but I couldn't bring myself to care. That is, until the day I decided to check my BMI with a BMI calculator.