No More Diets - The Rest of Your Life

23rd October 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* The Rest of Your Life

Recipe of the Week:

* Broccoli Breeze

New posts on the Think Slim Blog this week include...

* Get Fit Without Moving From Your PC
* Sugar Free Halloween
* Keep Up Your Habits - Obviously

Hi!

Looking at the calendar, there are only ten weeks to go to 2007 (scary how fast time whizzes past these days). That also means there's still time to shape up before the end of the year if you get going! You could be 10 to 20lbs lighter by the start of 2007. Why not start the New Year in style this time?

Choose any plan, follow any tips you like - just make sure your plan is healthy and then just do it! Let me know how you get on.

Have a great week

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. Lose pounds and look your best for New Year and the party season with my 8 week coaching program at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 59 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : The Rest of Your Life

You can be slim for the rest of your life or you can be overweight and forever on and off diets.

What's it to be?

Maybe you think that question is baloney, that of course you would choose to be slim for the rest of your life if it was up to you.

Well I have news for you, it is!

Every day you have the choice of making things a little bit (or a lot) worse or a little bit (or a lot) better.

Every decision you take to eat just a little too much or avoid moving your body puts you on a track to being forever overweight, forever dieting.

And every decision you take to eat only when you're hungry, to eat healthy delicious food that does you good and satisfies you or to get up and do something instead of sitting passively in front of the TV sets you on a path to having the habits that come naturally to slim people.

Your body is a picture formed from your habits. What does yours say about your habits?

• Does it say you like to walk and swim or does it say you don't do very much?
  
• Does it say you eat fresh fruit and veg and drink water or do you have the look of someone who guzzles cola and fries at almost every meal.

What image do you really want to present to the world?

It's up to you what habits you form. Whatever your habits are now, they don't have to be your habits in the future.

You decide how you want your body to be from now on. You can stick with the overweight / dieting cycle for the rest of your life or you can be slim, healthy and fit.

It really is up to you!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

By putting in place my simple system you will lose weight steadily week by week and stay in great shape without dieting for the rest of your life.

Discover the 24 keys to permanent and healthy weight loss at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

Recipe of the week : Broccoli Breeze

Serving suggestion : Mix with cooked egg noodles and use as an accompaniment to grilled lean meat

Serves 2

198 Calories per Serving

450g (1lb) broccoli, in small pieces
Half a tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped

Mix the soy sauce, red wine vinegar and chilli together in a bowl. Heat the oil in a pan and saute the ginger for a few seconds then add the broccoli and stir fry over a high heat until tender but still firm. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the broccoli and stir. Cover the pan and simmer for a few minutes.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Chicken and Vegetable Soup
* Pitta Pizzas
* Red Fruit Salad

On The Forum (Exercise and Activity Tips Section)

* Time Saving Exercise tips

Have a great week

Love

Janice Elizabeth

P.S. I hope you enjoyed this newsletter. If you have any comments or suggestions for future issues, please let me know.

P.S. Know anyone else who would like a copy of this ezine? Please pass it on. If you received this from a friend you can get your own copy at http://www.SimplySlimming.com Look for the link to "Free report".

Legal and admin

Copyright 2006, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical or health advice from professionals. The accuracy, completeness and suitability of the material for your needs has not been assessed or verified and cannot be guaranteed. This disclaimer also applies to any recommendations or links within the newsletter. You bear responsibility for your own health research and decisions. Please consult with a professional health care advisor before embarking on a weight loss or exercise program or making any personal health decisions. No liability can be accepted for the use made of any information contained within the newsletter or obtained by following any links or recommendations within it. If you do not wish to accept the above conditions you may not use our materials.

No More Diets - Biggest Loser Weight Loss

16th October 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Biggest Loser Weight Loss

Recipe of the Week:

* Potato and Onion Gratin

New posts on the Think Slim Blog this week include...

* Keep the String Short
* The Best Weight Loss Skill?
* The Coffee Diet

Hi!

The kids are at home again for half term this week - no sooner the school year has begun than they are taking a break from it!

Still the weather is still gorgeous for the time of year, the kitchen is finished and all is well.

One or two Christmas decorations are starting to appear in the shops now to remind us about the mad season to come and all those things to buy but it's too early to worry about that yet...or maybe I should just start getting a present or two...

Have a great week

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. The party season is not far away. But there's still time to lose pounds and look your best. Check out my 8 week coaching program at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com and get ready to enjoy all the fun.

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 58 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Biggest Loser Weight Loss

Reality TV shows live and die by dramatic results. The garden, the home, the body are transformed with the help of experts seemingly by the flick of the remote control. And all the effort of a week or two is concentrated into 30 minutes or so of edited TV moments.

We might get the idea that hard work has gone on to transform the "victims" but we don't really experience the sheer effort and monotonous repetition plus the feeling of hunger and denial that has brought about the result.

We envy those who achieve success with the help of the shows but actually there is nothing to stop us doing what they do right now for ourselves. We could employ a personal trainer to learn some exercise routines and a dietician to get an effective diet and just follow their regime.

But would we do it?

No chance!

We know we could even just follow the latest diet and fitness book and have the body we've been dreaming of but we just don't do it.

Envying those on TV is a way of denying that we already have that opportunity for ourselves.

Now if this sounds a bit harsh, it is. But it's a fact of life that more than 99% of us just do not want to be slim enough to knock ourselves out in the process. No need to beat yourself up about it - just set your expectations accordingly.

Reality TV shows make me mad because they make the average person on a weight loss plan feel like a failure when they lose only a pound or so a week.

But a pound or so lost consistently every week will get you there if you just carry on. Don't get discouraged by the dramatic weight loss of others following plans that they will never be able to keep up after the show. Just continue improving your eating habits and increasing the amount of activity you do and you will get there in the end.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

By putting in place my simple system you will lose weight steadily week by week and stay in great shape without dieting for the rest of your life.

Discover the 24 keys to permanent and healthy weight loss at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

Recipe of the week : Potato and Onion Gratin

Great accompaniment for plain meat and green vegetables

Serves 4

185 Calories a Serving

700g (1.5lb) potatoes
1 large onion, peeled and sliced
450ml (3/4 pint) vegetable or chicken stock (broth)
1 tablespoon butter
freshly ground black pepper

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C (400F/Gas Mark 6). Peel and cut the potatoes into 3mm (1/8") slices. Place a layer of potatoes in the bottom of a shallow oven proof dish. Sprinkle with onion slices. Season with black pepper. Repeat the layers until all the vegetables are used up. Pour the stock over the potatoes and dot with pieces of the butter. Bake, uncovered until the potatoes are tender and golden brown (about 30 to 40 minutes).

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Chicken Boulangere
* Mixed Seafood Pot
* Strawberry sauce

On The Forum (Exercise and Activity Tips Section)

* Look 10 Years Younger
* Three new moves to shrink your tummy

Have a great week

Love

Janice Elizabeth

P.S. I hope you enjoyed this newsletter. If you have any comments or suggestions for future issues, please let me know.

P.S. Know anyone else who would like a copy of this ezine? Please pass it on. If you received this from a friend you can get your own copy at http://www.SimplySlimming.com Look for the link to "Free report".

Legal and admin

Copyright 2006, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical or health advice from professionals. The accuracy, completeness and suitability of the material for your needs has not been assessed or verified and cannot be guaranteed. This disclaimer also applies to any recommendations or links within the newsletter. You bear responsibility for your own health research and decisions. Please consult with a professional health care advisor before embarking on a weight loss or exercise program or making any personal health decisions. No liability can be accepted for the use made of any information contained within the newsletter or obtained by following any links or recommendations within it. If you do not wish to accept the above conditions you may not use our materials.

No More Diets - Why Are You Overweight?

9th October 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Why Are You Overweight?

Recipe of the Week:

* Low Calorie Mash

New posts on the Think Slim Blog this week include...

* The Low-CAR Diet
* Feast or Fast?
* Wine Lovers' Healthy Weight Loss Plan

Hi!

I usually try and get this newsletter out before the weekend but on Friday I got caught up in more last minute kitchen remodelling hassles and the workmen did not leave until 8 in the evening. I had a painter in on Saturday and an electrician Sunday so it has been a bit chaotic.

It really will be good to get the house back to ourselves...

Have a great week - I hope your home is more calm and peaceful than mine

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. The party season is not far away. But there's still time to lose pounds and look your best. Check out my 8 week coaching program at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com and get ready to enjoy all the fun.

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 57 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Why Are You Overweight?

Genuine reasons for being overweight are not in short supply. Which ones apply to your situation?

* No time to exercise
* A love of fattening food
* Difficulty saying "No" to delicious treats
* Lack of willpower
* Low Metabolism
* Family history and genes
* Don't like vegetables or other healthy food
* Tempting food is everywhere
* Eating out a lot
* Don't like food "going to waste"
* Chocoholic
* Drinking too much soda or beer
* Snacking in front of the TV

I could go on (and on and on...)

But really there is only one reason why you are overweight and it's not about how much you eat or how little exercise you get. They are just symptoms of this problem.

The reason why you are overweight is because you simply don't love and care for yourself enough to do what it takes to give yourself the best possible treatment.

You don't love yourself enough to feed your body nutritious delicious food in the right amounts.

You don't care for yourself enough to keep your body at optimum fitness levels.

And you don't care about yourself enough that you want to present the best you that you possibly can to the world.

Now why is that?

That's a question you really do want to think long and hard about. Because I know that every single person reading this deserves to be in peak physical condition enjoying a slim, strong, supple body and bundles of energy. And if you don't have that you are selling yourself short day after day after day.

Think about it, know that you deserve the best and then take action!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

By putting in place my simple system you will lose weight steadily week by week and stay in great shape without dieting for the rest of your life.

Discover the 24 keys to permanent and healthy weight loss at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

Recipe of the week : Low Calorie Mash

Mashed potatoes are a great comfort food but sometimes you need something lighter if your main course is already high in calories or you're trying the low carb way. In that case try this alternative which is a surprisingly good (and very nutritious) substitute.

Serves 4

1 large head cauliflower, chopped
4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
a vegetable stock cube or granules (optional)
freshly ground black pepper

Cook the cauliflower in boiling water adding the stock cube if required. Once tender, drain very well and mash or puree with the cream and plenty of freshly ground black pepper (and a little salt if you just cooked the cauliflower in water).

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Chicken with Tomato, Mushroom and Cannelini Bean Sauce
* Summer Spaghetti
* Raspberry Meringue Bake

On The Forum (Exercise and Activity Tips Section)

* 4 page walking booklet

Have a great week

Love

Janice Elizabeth

P.S. I hope you enjoyed this newsletter. If you have any comments or suggestions for future issues, please let me know.

P.S. Know anyone else who would like a copy of this ezine? Please pass it on. If you received this from a friend you can get your own copy at http://www.SimplySlimming.com Look for the link to "Free report".

Legal and admin

Copyright 2006, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical or health advice from professionals. The accuracy, completeness and suitability of the material for your needs has not been assessed or verified and cannot be guaranteed. This disclaimer also applies to any recommendations or links within the newsletter. You bear responsibility for your own health research and decisions. Please consult with a professional health care advisor before embarking on a weight loss or exercise program or making any personal health decisions. No liability can be accepted for the use made of any information contained within the newsletter or obtained by following any links or recommendations within it. If you do not wish to accept the above conditions you may not use our materials.

No More Diets - Chocolate Abuse

29th September 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Chocolate Abuse

Recipe of the Week:

* Low Calorie Garlic Bread

New posts on the Think Slim Blog this week include...

* Slim As You Like : The Secret Ingredient
* Snack or Drink of Oil?
* Triggers for Weight Loss Success
* FAT Acceptance

Hi!

We are having beautiful weather in the UK just now for September (along with just the odd day of wall-to-wall rain) - it's fantastic to get out and about before the cold and dreary days of winter. I hope you are making the most of the great outdoors whenever the weather permits because running on the treadmill is just not the same.

I am going to have a major cook-in this weekend as my kitchen is almost finished. Five long weeks without proper cooking facilities (and sharing my day with workmen hammering and sawing) has been a trial but (now I can see the end) well worth it.

Hope you have a great weekend

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. I'm so excited about the results everyone is getting on my 8 week coaching program "The Weight Loss Handbook". Check it out at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 56 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Chocolate Abuse

There's no doubt about it: chocolate is one of the most treasured foods for dieters and non-dieters alike. It is the biggest single food people mention when they talk about cravings.

And the chocolate bar manufacturers would have us believe that it's not all that bad, that it gives us energy, helps us "work, rest and play" and perks us up when we're down.

And in one way they are right, it does give us energy. But it's in the form of a whopping amount of calories, sugar and fat.

They're right that it gives us a high too - a huge blood sugar peak which will bring us rapidly crashing down to earth and needing more sugar - FAST.

Yet we persist in seeing chocolate as a treat when eating chocolate should really be seen as a form of substance abuse! None of us need chocolate. It does more harm than good. Maybe we should start saying to ourselves "I'm going to abuse myself with chocolate" instead of "I need a treat. I'm off to the vending machine".

Having said that, I have a confession to make - I love chocolate too! So I do practice "chocolate abuse" but as in all things it's moderation that matters. Sometimes I'll have a few squares of wonderful Belgian chocolate after dinner. Sometimes it's a small pot of rich chocolate mousse. And now and again a chocolate with a coffee. And in the same way that I enjoy a nice glass of red wine with dinner a few times a week but don't "abuse alcohol" I feel happy with that.

If you look at your own habits, where do you stand on the chocolate moderation scale? Do you take time to enjoy all you consume or do you stuff it down guiltily? Do you eat anything chocolate "flavored" or do you insist on the real thing? Are those chocolate calories worth it? Make sure you enjoy every chocolate calorie to the max by making it a real treat or don't eat it at all.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

By putting in place my simple system you will lose weight steadily week by week and stay in great shape without dieting for the rest of your life.

Discover the 24 keys to permanent and healthy weight loss at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com


Recipe of the week : Low Calorie Garlic Bread

Though delicious, traditional garlic bread is crammed full of calories and saturated fat from butter. Try this version and be kinder to your waist line. If you prefer a creamier version mix the garlic pulp with softened fat-free cream cheese.

Serves 6 - 10 depending how hungry you are!

2 whole heads garlic
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 baguette (French loaf) sliced

Heat the oven to 200 degrees C (400F/Gas Mark 6). Peel the papery outer covering from the heads of garlic and chop a slice from the top so that you see the individual cloves. Place with the cut side up onto a piece of foil on a baking tray (cookie sheet) and drizzle with the olive oil. Bring up the sides of the foil to form a parcel round the garlic. Roast for 40 minutes. Once cool, squeeze the roasted garlic pulp from the individual cloves (It is surprisingly mild once roasted). Mash until smooth. Spread onto slices of golden brown toasted baguette.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Mediterranean Winter Bake
* Chicken Hotpot
* Spicy Lentil, Tomato and Rice Soup

On The Forum (Exercise and Activity Tips Section)

* 15 Minute Desk Workout

On The Forum (Anything Else to Share Section)

* Free Live Your Dreams Workbook

Have a great week

Love

Janice Elizabeth

P.S. I hope you enjoyed this newsletter. If you have any comments or suggestions for future issues, please let me know.

P.S. Know anyone else who would like a copy of this ezine? Please pass it on. If you received this from a friend you can get your own copy at http://www.SimplySlimming.com Look for the link to "Free report".

Legal and admin

Copyright 2006, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical or health advice from professionals. The accuracy, completeness and suitability of the material for your needs has not been assessed or verified and cannot be guaranteed. This disclaimer also applies to any recommendations or links within the newsletter. You bear responsibility for your own health research and decisions. Please consult with a professional health care advisor before embarking on a weight loss or exercise program or making any personal health decisions. No liability can be accepted for the use made of any information contained within the newsletter or obtained by following any links or recommendations within it. If you do not wish to accept the above conditions you may not use our materials.