You notice it as you slideor, rather, squeezeinto your favorite pair of jeans.
The sensation of double-stitch seams imprinting themselves onto your thighs.
So why are you resorting to drawstring pants?
But if it were that simple, you wouldn’t be reading this.
Clearly, balancing the equation in today’s worldwith food options everywhere and no time to cooktakes savvy.
Luckily, smart scientists are devoting considerable brainpower to finding out what causes people to overeat.
Keep them in check long-term, and you’ll never have to lie down to zip up again.
We’ve all been sucked in by the unbelievable deals at the local price club.
Who could pass up a 3-pound tub of peanut brittle for only $7.82?
Those with the smallest bags had eaten only 63.
You want to know there’s more around, just in case.
Oversize boxes, bags, dishes, glasses and serving pieces all throw off portion perception.
So what can you do?Downsize splurge items.
Overdo it on these (unlikely), and the calorie damage will be minimal.
They may cost more, but so do new jeans.
As for those dinner dishes the diameter of monster-truck wheels?
Use them as serving platters and reserve small salad and dessert plates for your meals.
Turn down her signature noodle pudding because you’re watching calories?
Not unless you want to risk hurting the feelings of the woman who gave you life.
“Often, the only ritual that families share is eatingand overeating.
So what can you do?
Young says the phrase not hungry works wonders; people can’t argue with how full you feel.
OK, they can, but you get the last word.
Think of it this way: out of sight, out of mind, out of mouth.
Unfortunately, those good things are usually fatty and high-calorie foods or drinks.
Gradually, you’ve got the option to take on bigger challenges.
The problem is, calories still count, however low-something a product is.
There’s no such thing as an all-you-can-eat food.
At least not one you’d want to eat a lot of.
Even gymgoers aren’t immune to overestimating a sweat session.
And that time on the StairMaster?
A few sessions with a personal trainer can also help you get started.
Turn plain pieces of fruit into a colorful fruit salad.
Your fortune: You will lose weight for good.
Photo Credit: Darrin Haddad
