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2007-04-16T11:53:00.000Z

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No More Diets - Celebrate in Style

2006-12-01T08:28:00.000Z

27th November 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Celebrate in Style

Recipe of the Week:

* 10 Minute Pasta

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

* Mirror, Mirror on the Wall for Weight Loss
* Daily Weighing and Weight Loss at Google (new free tool)
* Thanksgiving Diet: Be a Painter or a Cow

Hi!

The shops are filling their shelves (in the UK at least) with Christmas cakes, pies and puddings and other super rich foods for the festive season so I thought it was about time that I wrote an article on an approach to celebrations that has worked well for me over the years.

Maybe it can help you avoid putting on extra pounds of fat between now and January too - unlike the rest of the population.

And if you celebrate Thanksgiving and regret what you ate last week, just forget it. There's no point in feeling remorse. You can't change anything you ate then but you can use a new strategy for the celebrations to come and come out smiling.

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 with my 8 week "start any time" (How about now?) coaching program at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 64 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Celebrate in Style

If you are dreading December because of all the parties and food then read on and don't worry. You don't have to be the misery at the feast if you're trying to lose weight during the festive season, nor should you throw all caution to the wind and sink 6000 calories in a single dinner either.

It's perfectly possible to enjoy yourself at a celebration and not go off the deep end.

The main strategy for surviving a feast full of foods you love is to pace yourself. You know that there will be several courses so there is no point making a pig of yourself over the bread basket and the starter. It helps if you don't go into the meal absolutely ravenous. Eat an apple or drink a glass of water half an hour before.

Have a little of everything you love. Say "no" to anything that leaves you unmoved. And you'll do just fine.

And if you love everything (maybe you just love food) have very little of everything and take delight in that.

Enjoy the celebration not just the food. Enjoy the ambience. Enjoy the decorations. Enjoy the company. Enjoy the conversation. Make up your mind to take the focus away from food and how much of it you eat as being the reason why you enjoy yourself or not. Could you enjoy a celebration if you were just eating a sandwich? Of course you could!

And if the company and conversation are not to your liking (after all it may be as if some of your family members seem to have been put on earth just to personally annoy you as much as they possibly can), amuse yourself with imagining your revenge. And what is the best revenge? You know it - being perfectly happy with yourself, successful, happy and slim. In no way is scoffing down 3000 calories in a fit of pique going to help you there!

Slow down your eating and really taste those calories - after all you're going to wear them for a while, so you might as well enjoy them. And you often find that if you eat mindfully, you don't eat quite so much - you get more enjoyment from less food if you have the chance to taste it. There's really no fun in gobbling down food so fast it doesn't touch the sides.

And if you would love dessert but you are quite full, ask to have or take a piece for later. You will enjoy it more when you are not too stuffed and can really take your time over it.

Many people put on a lot of weight at this time of year, but with these strategies you don't have to be one of them.

And remember it's not just the special celebratory meals which count, it's the constant overeating for weeks because of all the extra food lying around. The answer? Don't have extra food lying around. Get it out only when guests arrive and put it away afterwards. Sure, you can use it as an excuse if you really want to but don't do that - you'll regret it in January.

Modest portions every day and healthy foods on non-celebratory days will go a long way towards helping you avoid weight gain in December. Are you ready to tackle December head on?

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 : 10 Minute Pasta

Just the job when you come home starving and are ready to eat the cupboard empty. This recipe is delicious and easy. Crunch on an apple while you wait to avoid emptying the cookie jar :) Serve with a side salad with the pasta to make it more nutritious if you like.

Serves 4

420 Calories per Serving

335g (12oz) dried pasta shapes
225g (8oz) frozen peas
150g (5oz) light garlic and herb cream cheese

Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions adding the peas for the last few minutes of cooking time. Drain well and stir in the cream cheese over a low heat until heated through. Serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Cauliflower and Cumin Soup
* Leek and Ricotta Cheese Bake
* Chicken Coleslaw Salad with Peanut Dressing

On The Forum (Healthy Eating Section)

* 10 Healthy Ways to Use Turkey Leftovers

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 - A Treat?

2006-11-22T12:45:00.000Z

20th November 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* A Treat?

Recipe of the Week:

* Mushroom Medley

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

* Junk the Junk
* Free Workout for Your IPOD
* Eat Salad First
* Book Fat

Hi!

The workmen are still busy in my house.

I have got quite used to them and to making endless cups of tea all day now. They all seem to have two spoonfuls of sugar in every cup but not to eat much all day despite all the work they are doing while I have my porridge and banana, fruit and yogurt, salad and soup and sit at my computer for most of the day trying to concentrate ....

I'm not sure how they don't fade away living on a few spoonfuls of sugar, unless that theory about skipping meals preventing you losing weight is true. Maybe they eat a lot for breakfast and dinner too. I don't know them well enough to do a diet analysis :)

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 with my 8 week "start any time" (How about now?) coaching program at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 63 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : A Treat?

It's very hard when facing temptation not to give in and justify eating something that you know will do your weight loss efforts no good at all. Maybe you feel that you've worked hard and eaten well all week so you deserve a treat. Maybe you've had a real stinker of a day. We all need a treat now and again.

But is sabotaging your weight loss plans really such a nice thing to do to yourself? Do you really deserve such poor treatment?

You deserve healthy delicious food in just the right quantities to satisfy your physical hunger.
You deserve a fit, supple, ready for anything body that serves you well.
You deserve to be slim and healthy - you really do!

And if you have had a bad day and need a treat then there's even more reason to look after yourself properly. You need to nourish yourself with good food, rest or activity (whatever your body needs) and the comfort of family or friends.

Treat yourself to a good cry, a long phone call with a friend, a comedy show or a long soak in the tub just don't pretend that junk food is going to make you feel better - it won't.

Have you ever eaten chocolate or fries or pizza and then thought "That's great - now I'm no longer bored/unhappy/lonely/stressed out"? I thought not!

You don't deserve to punish your body with food it doesn't need or want or to upset yourself with feelings of regret over what you stuffed down without really noticing by giving yourself a "treat".

I'm all for eating food you enjoy - even food such as chocolate or fries which you would not consider typical foods a weight loss coach might recommend. But I would like you to eat that food as part of planned healthy balanced meals or snacks and not as a spur of the moment "treat". So if you like chocolate and decide to leave room to have a couple of squares after dinner that's great. Stuffing a Mars Bar in before dinner "because you deserve a treat" is not.

If nothing else get into the habit of pausing before you "treat yourself" to junk and just decide whether what you're doing is really such a nice thing to do for yourself and whether you couldn't treat yourself just a little bit better than that.

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 : Mushroom Medley

Serve this on hot granary toast or as a filling for baked jacket potato.

Serves 4

95 Calories per Serving

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
750g (1.5lbs) mixed mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
1 tablespoon French mustard
2 tablespoons creme fraiche
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley

Heat the oil in a pan and add the garlic, stirring over a medium heat for one minute. Add the sliced mushrooms and saute until tender (about 5 minutes). Stir in the remaining ingredients, bring to boiling point and serve.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Spinach and Rice Soup
* Cauliflower and Lentil Dhal
* Sweet and Sour Chicken Noodles

On The Forum ( Exercise and Activity Tips Section)

* Mall Walking Q and A

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 - Diet or No Diet

2006-11-17T11:02:00.000Z

14th November 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Diet or No Diet

Recipe of the Week:

* Kiwi, Pineapple and Apple Smoothie

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

* Don't Get Too Skinny
* Winter Workout
* Side Effects of Weight Loss

Hi!

Thanks for all your comments on the new look newsletter - I think you liked it!

One thing that the new version lets me see is how many people actually open the ezine. I was quite dismayed at the percentage until I saw the industry average! It seems more than half just collect emails in their inboxes and don't read them...

But anyway if you are reading this at least you are trying to do something about your weight unless you are there at your computer instead of out running or something :)

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 with my 8 week "start any time" (How about now?) coaching program at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 62 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Diet or No Diet

I have long believed that diets are not the answer for most people to losing weight. But I also know from your emails that many of you still try to lose weight through dieting and so I try and make this ezine appropriate for you too.

And the truth is that diets do work for some people. They work when you have the determination to stick with them to the bitter end and more importantly to carry on with them after you lose weight (if they have a maintenance program you can follow).

What absolutely does not work is

a) not sticking with the diet until you reach your target weight (the problem for most people) and
b) reverting back to your old eating habits after your diet (the problem for nearly all the rest)

But if you want to go on a diet, don't let me stop you. Though I would like to see the end of weight loss diets, it's unlikely to happen in my lifetime so feel free to go ahead with your plan of choice. But please also think about applying some of the "no diet" principles and tactics you learn here at the same time. Most of the strategies will complement your diet rather than go against it. Whatever you do:-

Choose some healthy changes you want to make in your lifestyle and start making them a habit alongside your diet.
Continue with your healthy habits no matter what happens with your diet. They will serve you for life.
Keep gradually improving your lifestyle and habits on an ongoing basis and you will eventually find that you never have to diet again even if you never lose the weight through whatever diet you are on this week or month.

Weight loss diets are, by their nature, temporary. But you have to change the habits that are making you overweight permanently to make any kind of weight loss a permanent feature. If you think about it nothing else makes sense. We'd just like to think it would be as easy as a month or six of restricting our eating so that we can get back to "normal" but normal eating doesn't make you fat - only overeating does that. So you have to get out of the habit of eating too much for your level of activity to stay slim for the rest of your life.

If you look at any group of people you will see that their size is not a reflection of whether they have been on the latest miracle Dr Whatever diet. It is a reflection of their habits - simple as that. What is your size saying about your habits?

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 : Kiwi, Pineapple and Apple Smoothie

A refreshing drink bursting with vitamins and minerals.

Serves 2

about 115 Calories per Serving

2 ripe kiwi fruit, peeled and chopped
3 rings pineapple, fresh or from a can, chopped
1 green eating apple, peeled, cored and chopped
about 100ml (half cup) apple juice

Blend the ingredients (using half the apple juice) together until smooth. Add more apple juice until you get the consistency you like. Chill and serve.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Peanut and Vegetable Noodles
* Lebanese Fish and Rice
* Sweet Potato and Cumin Soup

Ask Simply Slimming Section

* Giving Up for the Day

On The Forum ( Exercise and Activity Tips Section)

* Which Stage are You At?

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 - 6th Nov - Waiting for 2007?

2006-11-13T10:43:00.000Z

6th November 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Waiting for 2007?

Recipe of the Week:

* Light Lemon Cheesecake Crunch

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

* Which Way to Lose Weight?
* Steady Weight Loss
* Obesity and Excess Hair

Hi!

I decided to try a new look for the newsletter this week and if your email program reads html format emails you should be able to see the new version with graphics and all.

Not sure whether I'll keep doing this so let me know what you think - I do read and respond to all emails (at least I do if the pesky email filters let them get through to my inbox).

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 61 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Waiting for 2007?

Please get real. This time of year so many people put off losing weight "until after the holidays". You tell yourself you need a fresh start, that you'll "do it right from January 1st"

This means that you will have wasted another eight weeks without taking action. In fact for most people it means you'll make the most of all the opportunities available to eat and drink too much at this time of year and end up a whole five or more pounds bigger than you are today before you start.

And the worst thing is that come January 1st, you won;t have changed. You won't suddenly find the willpower to eat like you think you're going to, to visit the gym 3 times a week for the rest of your life. You're still the same person with the same busy life. A fresh start marked by a New Year won't change that.

How many times have you said to yourself that on Monday you'll start afresh. How many New Year's Resolutions have you made in the past?

What will be different this time?

Now I'm not saying that it can't be different and that you can't do it. I'm just trying to tell you that based on past performance and human nature it's not that likely.

So what do I recommend instead? Am I advising you to go miserably through the festive period on a diet?

No, of course not! I just want you to think about trying this....

Instead of expecting perfection from yourself after a particular target date you've set in your mind (whether it be Monday, New Year or after your business trip) why not start to gently change your habits one by one right now?

Start with portion sizes. Cut down the amount on your plate a little. Stop eating when you're full. Start becoming aware of How MUCH you're eating. Can you do that right from today without any real hardship? Of course you can!

Once you're OK with that, start thinking about what it is you're putting into your mouth. Could you make your food more healthful? Could you find some recipes that are both delicious and good for you? Could you make better choices when you do the grocery shopping? Of course you can!

At the same time find every opportunity you can to move a little more. Not by going for a full gym program if that's not something you relish doing for the rest of your life but by moving more at home, in the office, at lunchtime and getting yourself out and about at the weekend.

Nothing drastic there - no major shift in LBD to LAD (Life before diet to life after diet) but a gradual setting yourself on the right path and getting into habits you can keep up for the rest of your life no matter whether its November, December or January.

Who knows, by 2007 you may not even have to bother with a weight loss resolution. You can just carry on gradually adapting your lifestyle into a healthier slimmer future for the rest of your life.

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 : Light Lemon Cheesecake Crunch

Sometimes it's nice to have a light but nourishing meal (maybe a healthy soup or something like that) so you have room for a little dessert.

Serves 4

265 Calories per Serving

6 small ginger biscuits roughly crushed
300 ml (1/2 pint) low fat natural yogurt
200g (7oz) low fat cream cheese
finely grated rind and juice 1 lemon
2 tablespoons sugar

Divide the biscuit crumbs between 4 serving dishes. Beat the yogurt, cheese, lemon and sugar together and divide between the dishes. Decorate with fresh fruit or lemon slices.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Bean and Herb Dip
* Thai Beef, Pork or Chicken
* Rice is Nice

On The Forum ( Healthy Eating Section)

* 127 best weight loss foods

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".

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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 - What Will Burn Fat?

2006-11-04T04:29:00.000Z

31st October 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* What Will Burn Fat?

Recipe of the Week:

* 2 Minute Frozen Yogurt Dessert

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

* The Insomnia Diet
* Weight Loss Struggles

Hi!

I just spent two days at the Inspire Scotland 06 and Inspire Internet conferences here in Edinburgh and they were ....truly inspirational.

From the guy Richard McCann whose childhood was marked by his father's violence and his mother being the first victim of the Yorkshire Ripper (an infamous serial killer here in the UK) to the guy who turned over a million pounds ($1.8m) last year selling chocolate fountains on the internet - every single person had a tale to tell and a lesson to learn - truly fascinating and empowering.

And if Richard can get over murder, violence, drug addiction and a prison sentence and turn his life around then we just have to understand that there's a similar power within all of us - the human spirit. We can turn our own situation around no matter what we are battling with and we certainly ALL have it in us to lose a few (or a whole lot of) pounds.

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 60 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : What Will Burn Fat?

I had a question from a reader this week saying that she needed to burn a few pounds of fat and had seen a few different weight loss pills promising great results but she was confused about what she should take.

My answer is, as always, not to put any faith in the type of products that are advertised as helping you to lose weight without having to do anything.

They will not work - simple as that!

Yet Americans waste over $40 billion a year on weight loss products which do not work. What is it that makes us put our faith in an advert, an unknown pill rather than what we know. The ads are selling false hope, an impossible dream - reaching a goal without having to do anything other than hand over a sizeable sum.

But you can't buy success in weight loss. An expensive gym membership won't do it. Any of the thousands of books at the bookstore won't do it. And supplements certainly won't do it. Whatever you buy needs input and action - sometimes a lot of action from you.

Even with the weight loss medication you get from a doctor you have to do something - you can't just continue stuffing in the food and expecting a pill to do all the work. Life doesn't work like that.

If you want a particular result - in this case losing a few pounds of fat - you just have to do what it takes.

And what it takes, no matter which way you look at it, is eating less unhealthy food, eating a moderate amount of great healthy food and moving your body a bit more.

It's not rocket science - it really isn't - but we seem intent on making it as complex as can be - by pretending that the weight will shift if we just find the "right solution to losing weight". Yet the magic solution is right there staring you in the face. It's in what you put in your mouth and what you do with your body.

You could start today turning your body into the sleek, slim, powerful body of a dancer or an athlete, you could decide that an average slim shape is fine or you could carry on shovelling in the same old junk and moving as little as possible, staying overweight and searching for the latest weight loss "break-through". Those are options we all have.

Make the effort and you get what you want or waste your money on potions and pills and wait for things to change (they won't!). What will you do?

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

P.S. I had more than the normal rate of unsubscribes last week when I talked about weight loss being all about the healthy choices you make or don't make. It's an unpopular message that you have to make an effort to be slim but I'm not going to lie to you - there's no magic pill and instead of wasting your life looking for it, be one of the successful ones and take action on those things which you know will have an effect.

I have a simple system which helps you lose weight steadily week by week and stay in great shape without dieting for the rest of your life but you do have to make changes even if they are simple step by step ones to a healthier you, a healthier life. Are you ready to make a little effort in the right direction? Use any system for losing weight healthily or use mine - I don't care - just do it!

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

Recipe of the week : 2 Minute Frozen Yogurt Dessert

An easy and healthy dessert. Can be kept in the freezer until required - and if you can wait ...

Serves 4

130 Calories per Serving

450g (1lb) mixed frozen red berries
450g (1lb) low-fat Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon icing (confectioner's) sugar

Process the ingredients together in a food processor until smooth.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

Focus on lunches this week...

* Avocado Chicken Wrap
* Lentil and bacon salad
* Butterbean and Broccoli Soup

On The Forum (Exercise and Activity Tips Section)

* Get in Shape Using Exercise Bands Poster
* How to Choose Athletic Clothing

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 - The Rest of Your Life

2006-10-26T11:26:00.000Z

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".

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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

2006-10-21T05:54:00.000Z

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".

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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?

2006-10-12T15:34:00.000Z

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".

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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

2006-10-02T11:23:00.000Z

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".

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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 - Fresh and Pure

2006-09-26T09:51:00.000Z

22nd September 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Fresh and Pure

Recipe of the Week:

* Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Braise

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

* The Panacea Diet
* Snap Your Way to Weight Loss
* Vinegar and Weight Loss
* Another Reason to Avoid White Flour

Hi!

The kitchen is STILL not finished (we are in the 4th week of our kitchen remodelling) but I am managing to cook a bit - at least the odd pasta dish or stir fry. Now and again the washing machine even works and I can do a load of laundry :)

Even with the all the hammering and banging going on, the house seems quiet this week as son No 2 is away at camp with his class. How can a 9 year old make so much noise? Somehow you always know when they are there :)

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 55 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Fresh and Pure

You can lose weight without following a complicated diet regime if you remember a few simple principles when you choose your food.

All food needs to be filling and satisfy your taste buds but as you know, a lot of junk and fast food will do that without helping your weight loss efforts.

So the main question to ask yourself about any food choice is :-

How fresh and pure is it?

If you make your choices from the huge range of fresh and pure foods available you are almost guaranteed to have a healthier and more satisfying diet than if you ignore these criteria.

If the food is loaded with preservatives and has a shelf life beyond a few days, it's far from fresh. Give it a miss. This will cut out all kinds of junk from your diet. Products with a long shelf life which pass the pure test though are Ok. Examples are dried goods such as whole grain cereals, pulses, dried fruits and nuts. Frozen and canned fruit and vegetable produce with no additives are good too.

But most of the stuff which piles on the pounds is far from the state which nature intended. In fact, for most of the packaged and processed food on offer if you can pronounce all the ingredients you probably have a diploma in chemistry.

If you cook your meals from scratch using pure ingredients you will do your health and your waist line more good than if you load your shopping basket up with canned sauces and ready meals.

When you're going about your day making those decisions to eat on the spur of the moment keep repeating to yourself "Is it fresh? Is it pure?" to help you make the right choice not to sabotage your weight loss efforts and your health with poor nutrition. And if you don't know whether the food is fresh or pure chances are it is not.

An apple or a few nuts and raisins pass the pure test. A chocolate bar from the vending machine does not.
A homemade burger and potato wedges is OK. A fast food "goodness knows what's in it" burger and chips is not.
A glass of fresh juice passes the fresh and pure test. A diet cola does not.
A cheese omelette and salad is on the mark. Reconstituted cheesy pasta misses by a mile.

Once you have followed the fresh and pure way for a day or so, just see how much better you feel. It's amazing what a difference fresh and pure makes to your energy levels and sense of well-being.

Decide to feel that way all the time.

Of course there are a few other things which help you feel good too - like not stuffing yourself too full even with healthy food. But if you follow your body's lead, losing weight can be a by-product of deciding to feel good all the time.

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 : Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Braise

An easy dish to prepare and cook. Serve with green vegetables.

Serves 4

380 calories a serving

2 medium onions, peeled and cut into quarters
4 carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
1 sweet potato peeled and cut into sticks
3 strips of lemon rind
450ml (3/4 pint) chicken stock (broth)
Olive oil spray
8 chicken drumsticks or thighs without skin
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 tablespoons creme fraiche (low-fat if you can)

Heat the oven to 190 degrees C (375F/Gas Mark 5). Place all the vegetables and lemon rind in a large oven-proof dish and pour on the stock. Put in the oven to cook for 10 minutes or so. Meanwhile spray a non-stick pan with a little oil and fry the chicken pieces until browned on all sides. Place the chicken on top of the vegetable mixture, sprinkle with a little freshly ground black pepper and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender (about 25 to 30 minutes). Stir in the cream and the parsley, remove the lemon rind and serve.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Brussels and bacon soup
* Cod and Tomato Stew
* Baked chicken with Red Pepper crust

On The Forum (Exercise and Activity Tips Section)

* 20 Minute Workout for All Levels

On The Forum (Anything Else to Share Section)

* What to Wear this Season

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".

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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 - What Are You Really Hungry For?

2006-09-18T09:12:00.000Z

15th September 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* What Are You Really Hungry For?

Recipe of the Week:

* Rainbow Macaroni Cheese

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

* How High Protein Diets Work
* Ready Meals for Weight Loss
* The No "S" Diet
* 15 Ways to Love Vegetables
* Healthy Dinner in 5 minutes flat

Hi!

The kitchen building work saga continues. Is it only me who gets stressed out by having a handful of workmen (nice though they are) hammering and sawing away all day and then even more stressed when they don't turn up. Anyway it's starting to look more like a kitchen and less like a building site now so we must be getting somewhere. And they even asked me to choose paint yesterday so they must be thinking about decorating sometime in the future :)

Never thought I'd miss cooking so much (or at least eating the end product so much) but I do.

My two boys are missing the dishwasher most of all because they are having to help wash up every evening - I keep telling them they are lucky because I was 30 before I had my first dishwasher :)

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 54 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : What Are You Really Hungry For?

I had an interesting email exchange this week with another weight loss coach who is moving onto pastures new - looking at the whole field of human potential. She reminded me that when people who are overweight find what they are really hungry for, weight problems are often no longer an issue.

So many of us eat too much because we are unhappy or stressed or bored without noticing how many calories we are putting away. We say we can't help ourselves but often we are looking in the wrong place. Overeating can be a symptom of something deeper that is wrong rather than just a cause of being overweight.

Of course, these emotions are part of the normal human condition and it's the rare being who is always happy (and quite honestly if we were happy all the time we wouldn't enjoy it so much - the contrast in our experience helps us appreciate happiness when we have it).

But if you are feeling less than great most of the time and eating to make yourself feel better, you will do better to tackle the root cause of your problems rather than trying to tackle your overeating with diet and willpower. Sometimes it just takes facing up to the issues you have been sweeping under the carpet rather than numbing your emotions with food.

Think hard about what you need to change in your life and then start tackling your issues one small step at a time. Get help if you need to.

And if you think your weight problems are just because you love food and you eat too much, then pause for a moment and consider this.

At the very least if you are unhappy with your weight then you are not valuing yourself enough to make the choices about food and exercise which are in your own best interests. What is it that makes you do that when every human being is as precious as the next?

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 : Rainbow Macaroni Cheese

The addition of vegetables makes this version of macaroni cheese more nutritious and lighter than the traditional one. Serve with salad.

Serves 2

490 calories a serving

125g (4oz) dried macaroni
125g (4oz) small broccoli florets
1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced
50g (2oz) frozen peas
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon plain (all-purpose) flour
200ml (1 cup) milk
100g (3.5oz) half fat Cheddar cheese, grated
1 tablespoon fresh bread crumbs

Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. Meanwhile steam the broccoli, peas and carrot for about 6 minutes until tender. Melt the butter in a pan. Stir in the flour and cook gently, stirring for one minute. Gradually add the milk stirring all the while until the sauce is bubbling, thick and smooth. Remove the pan from the heat and then add three quarters of the cheese and stir until melted. Drain the macaroni and add to the sauce along with the vegetables, heating through for a while if necessary. Pour the mixture into a heat proof dish, sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bread crumbs and brown under a hot grill (broiler).

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Ten Minute Couscous
* Wine, Tomato and Mushroom Pasta Sauce
* Peach and Strawberry Crunch

On The Forum ( Anything Else to Share Section)

* Take the Confidence Test

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".

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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 - Hunger Busting Food

2006-09-11T11:55:00.000Z

6th September 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Hunger Busting Food

Recipe of the Week:

* Low Calorie Caesar Salad

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

* I'd hate this diet but...
* What Weight Loss Can Do for You
* Which Diet Foods to Choose

Hi!

My kitchen building work is progressing well which means I have been unable to cook anything for over a week and no sink to do the washing up either - a definite challenge for healthy eating (in fact, a challenge for much eating at all as there are always either workmen or missing floorboards in front of the old fridge!). Thank goodness we have been invited to eat every night by my parents in law otherwise it would have been wall-to-wall take-aways on throw-away plates and eating out.

And then we shared our weekend with the guy laying the floor tiles ... but anyway I hope the electricity is less erratic this week so I can actually get some work done on my PC and finally get this newsletter out.

Hope you're having a good week

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 53 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Hunger Busting Food

When you want to lose weight it's no good eating food that leaves you feeling empty and unsatisfied and just living with the inevitable hunger which follows. Sheer willpower may get you through the first few days but if you have a reasonable amount of weight to lose you won't be able to keep your motivation going through weeks and months of feeling hungry or unsatisfied all the time.

This is where your choice of food comes in.

You CAN lose weight simply by eating less of your usual foods but sometimes you have to eat a lot less if you have been eating large portions of unhealthy foods. If this leaves you hungry, how long would it be before the portion sizes creep up again and the weight loss stops?

You CAN lose weight by eating a lot of salads and vegetables and plain grilled chicken or fish - but how long before you bore yourself out of your weight loss program?

You CAN lose weight by cooking new delicious healthy recipes which are both satisfying to your taste buds and fill you up. But how much time do you have for this and how long will it be before you start relying on your old familiar quick-to-get-on-the-table meals?

The answer is to compromise. Eat a little of the familiar food you love. Fill up with salad and vegetables and some whole grain carbohydrates. And mix it up on other days with some new healthy recipes for a change and the odd quick meal with plain grilled chicken or fish. If you don't have much time make sure you plan ahead so that you always have a healthy meal of some kind available.

You don't have to follow a rigid plan but some kind of meal planning to suit your own preferences and circumstances definitely helps.

When you're planning your meals, try and remember ...

1. Warm foods tend to be more satisfying than cold - especially in cooler weather. Sometimes salad just doesn't feel like a meal. Think of how you feel after a bowl of warming soup versus a plateful of lettuce leaves and shredded carrots. Stews are good too. If you want to serve salad on a colder day think about adding some warmer ingredients such as cooked mushrooms, chicken or bacon.

2. If you know you're going to feel like something sweet after dinner and will need it to feel satisfied (despite all the diet books saying have a piece of fruit), plan for your treat. Decide on a single delicious handmade chocolate, a small scoop of ice cream or whatever and enjoy it - slowly - to get maximum benefit from the calories!

3. Always eat some lean protein at every meal. It makes a more balanced meal and helps keep you satisfied for longer. If you eat only carbs you'll be hungry again within a short time.

4. Plan for some healthy snacks too. Snacks such as a handful of mixed nuts and raisins, half a hard boiled egg and an apple or peanut butter on a rye crisp bread will keep you going without adding too many calories provided you're taking care with your meals too.

5. Remember portion sizes and don't buy or cook too much unless you know you can stop eating when it counts.

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 Caesar Salad

Add chicken or chopped ham for a more substantial lunch.

Serves 4

175 calories a serving

1 large cos or Romaine lettuce, washed and torn into pieces
3 slices bread, cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
half teaspoon garlic salt
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 hard-boiled egg, shelled and quartered
half a cucumber, chopped
20 black olives, pitted
half a red onion, sliced
4 tablespoons grated low-fat cheese

Dressing

2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
8 tablespoons low-fat soured cream
8 tablespoons skimmed milk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Heat the oil in a pan and toss the bread with the garlic salt and a little black pepper until golden brown all over. Meanwhile whisk all the dressing ingredients together. Put the lettuce in a bowl and mix with half the dressing. Top with the tomatoes, cucumber, olives and onion slices. Drizzle on the remainder of the dressing then add the cheese, croutons and egg quarters.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Mediterranean Chicken Ragout
* Potato and Bacon Salad
* Carrot and Sweetcorn Chowder

On The Forum ( Anything Else to Share Section)

* How Clutter Affects Your Weight

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".

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No More Diets - The Cookie Diet

2006-08-29T19:30:00.000Z

25th August 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* The Cookie Diet

Recipe of the Week:

* Low Fat Carbonara

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

* How Jessica Simpson Lost 8lbs Fast
* Top 10 Reasons Diets Fail
* Another Day, Another Excuse
* How to Beat the Freshman 15

Hi!

My two boys went back to school this week. It's suddenly very quiet around here but also peaceful (at least after the morning chaos is over).

I'm just making the most of the peace before the kitchen remodelling start next week because I'm not sure how it's going to be with a kitchen out of action for I'm not sure how long (and power, water etc at times too).

That should be a good healthy eating challenge for someone who likes to think there are no real excuses (at least for me with my professional hat on) for not eating well in any circumstances :)

I'll let you know how I get on.

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 52 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : The Cookie Diet

Are you satisfied with just one cookie? The answer to that is probably "no". One cookie generally leads to another one. Cookies just reach out to you and call your name.

What about one apple? One apple is probably enough for you. It's a rare person who binges on apples.

Why is that? We know that apples make us feel good while the cookies just send our blood sugar levels sky high (followed by an inevitable low), sap our energy, add to our unwanted pounds and make us wish we hadn't eaten them. If we had any sense we'd want another apple and reject the cookies.

The thing is we simply forget the consequences in the moment of desire for junk food. The cookies have more instant appeal than the apple. They are sweeter. They have the fat which makes food go down more easily. We are driven by our taste buds and not our good sense.

Even one cookie too many could make or break your weight loss efforts. At 60 to 100 calories a single daily cookie habit could add up to over 10lbs a year of pure fat. That's just one cookie. And if you can't stop at one, then you're in trouble.

So how do you resist?

1. Avoidance

If you have no willpower to resist, make your eating decisions at the supermarket and don't buy cookies. Or buy the kind you genuinely don't like for the rest of the family.

2. Reduce the Risk

Buy the low-fat cookies you can get these days which come individually wrapped, so that you are more likely to stop at one.

3. Make the Right Choice

The first two strategies are all very well where you are in charge of the available food but where will they leave you when you go visiting and there's a plate of cookies on offer? You really can't avoid cookies all your life so you have to get into the habit of making a choice based on how much you want the cookie and the consequences of having it or not having it.

You may think that "one little cookie can't do any harm" and you'd be absolutely 100% right.

But it's that one little cookie decision taken over and over day after day and all those other "a little of what you fancy does you good" decisions about other junk foods which add pounds to your waistline.

Get into the habit of thinking "I can have a cookie any time I want but this time I CHOOSE not to for the sake of my health and well-being". If you do this every time a cookie-eating decision comes up, you will find it easier and easier to resist those cookies even if you decide to eat the cookie now and again.

In any case, it's important to feel the choice is yours, for your own well-being, rather than making this an obligation or rule to follow. Rules cause us to feel deprived or rebellious like a naughty child. We think they are meant to be broken - and break them we do - with guilty pleasure.

Choices on the other hand are about being an adult and making your own decisions about what is best for you. There's nothing to rebel against there and you're more likely to take the decision which is in your own best interests.

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 Fat Carbonara

Spaghetti Carbonara is a classic Italian dish that is usually swimming in calories and fat. Try this lighter version for a treat without wrecking your diet. Serve with a mixed salad, eat slowly and enjoy.

Serves 4

345 calories a serving

2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
4 tablespoons low fat ricotta cheese
6 tablespoons skimmed milk
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons chopped chives
225g (8oz) pasta shapes
olive oil spray
4 thin slices ham, chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
50g (2oz) frozen peas
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Cook the pasta as directed on the packet adding the peas for the last 2 minutes or so of cooking time. Meanwhile mix together the cheeses, milk, egg and chives, season with a little salt and black pepper and set aside. Once the pasta and peas are cooked, drain and keep warm. Spray a non-stick pan with a little oil and fry the ham and garlic until crisp. Add the cheese mixture, stir for 30 seconds then pour over the hot drained pasta and peas. Mix together and serve sprinkled with parsley.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Sizzling Spicy Chicken
* Summer Tomato Salad
* Pear Delight

Ask Simply Slimming

* Not eating until Hungry
* How to Avoid Thinking about Food

On The Forum (Healthy Eating Section)

Two new Tip sheets :-

* Adjusting Recipes for Healthier Living
* Calorie Saver 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".

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This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - How Do Those Calories Feel?

2006-08-22T11:43:00.000Z

18th August 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* How Do Those Calories Feel?

Recipe of the Week:

* Saucy Bananas

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

* Painless Calorie Reduction
* The 5 minute (or 5 second) diet
* Gwyneth Paltrow : Post Baby Weight Loss
* When You Need to Drop a Few Pounds Fast

Hi!

How does a weight loss coach celebrate her birthday?

She eats!

I had a lovely birthday lunch last weekend with my girl friends but luckily there was very little damage done on the calorie front.

The restaurant we chose served quality rather than huge quantities. And instead of our usual 2 bottles of wine (between 4 of us) we had a great bottle of champagne, and enjoyed every sip. Though the desserts looked delicious we decided to have coffee and a chocolate because we had really eaten enough and dessert would have made us feel stuffed.

After lunch we hit the shops which involved lots of walking along Princes Street in Edinburgh and worked off a fair few of those calories (and lightened our purses too).

There's always a celebration going on somewhere. See if you can enjoy yourself just as much as usual without wrecking your weight loss program.

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. Check out my 8 week coaching program "The Weight Loss Handbook" and what others have been saying at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 51 of them on the No More Diets back issues site at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : How Do Those Calories Feel?

The only reason to eat food is that it makes you feel good. Why ever choose to eat anything which makes you feel worse than you are right now?

And I don't mean that you should make that an excuse to go comfort eating. It's rare to actually feel great after you have scoffed a family-sized bar of chocolate or eaten your way through a whole plateful of fries trying to make yourself feel better. Your problems will still be with you and you've just added to your weight issues too.

Food can only make you feel good if you have genuine physical hunger.

If food satisfies your hunger without making you feel stuffed then that's great. If it keeps your energy levels high, your blood sugar levels even and doesn't clog your system with junk then that's even better.

It's not a question of calories. High calorie food can be good for your soul. It can also make you feel like a wet dish rag. The secret is to choose the food you love, eat no more than you need and enjoy it. Choose snacks and meals which nourish all your senses as well as your body. Food can be delight to look at, to smell, to taste and you can enjoy the texture too. You won't achieve that with all your meals but do your best to get maximum value from those calories.

It's a question of balance too. If all you ate all day was chocolate or fries, they would certainly lose their appeal very quickly and they would make you feel ill before long. Feel good food gives you a whole range of nutrients and it is varied too. There is no need to stick to the same old tried and tested foods every week. Inject some interest with new foods and recipes. Make a conscious effort to make every meal a delight.

Calories gobbled down in front of the TV or at the fridge are definitely not worth it - often you don't even notice you are eating. Where is the pleasure in that?

But give yourself a small treat or two each day which you feel is really worth the calories. Buy the best, eat it slowly and with as much awareness of every aspect of the food as possible and enjoy it intensely. It will help you avoid feelings of deprivation and the cravings they can bring.

Make every calorie a feel good calorie!

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 : Saucy Bananas

A healthy delicious pudding.

Serves 4

160 calories a serving

4 medium bananas
4 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons maple syrup
4 chopped ready to eat dried apricots

Preheat oven to 190 degrees Centigrade (375F/Gas Mark 5). Place the bananas in their skins on a baking tray (cookie sheet) and bake for 15 minutes until soft. Meanwhile heat the orange juice together with the syrup and apricots in a small pan to form a sauce. Skin the bananas and place one on each plate then drizzle with the sauce.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Salmon Scramble
* Easy Beef Supper
* Pineapple Refresher

In the Forum (Anything Else to Share section)

* Inspirational Weight Loss Movies

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 foe 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 - A Measly Pound

2006-08-14T10:34:00.000Z

11th August 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* A Measly Pound

Recipe of the Week:

* Cajun Burgers

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

* The Fruit Flush Diet (9lbs in 3 days?)
* GI type diets
* The Corn Syrup Diet
* Update on my Fish Oil Experiment

Hi!

We were having my son's friend round for tea last night. He has a gluten-free diet.

When I was thinking about what we could eat that the kids would not turn their noses up at, I could see how much junk a special diet like this rules out - at least the kind of junk you might pick up in the supermarket for a quick snack or dinner.

Cookies, cakes, bread crumb covered frozen stuff, fried snack foods, thickened sauces in packets and jars - and anything with a list of ingredients a mile long (I didn't know for sure if a lot of that stuff meant gluten-free or not) were all automatically off the menu.

So we had chicken and bacon salad and home made potato wedges then fruit and organic ice-cream: Delicious, clean plates, no gluten.

Maybe we should go gluten free more often :)

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. Check out my 8 week coaching program "The Weight Loss Handbook" and what others have been saying at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com

P.P.S If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 50 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : A Measly Pound

Do you get disappointed if you weigh yourself after a week of trying really hard to stick to your diet and only lost a pound or two?

Don't be! Pat yourself on the back! You're losing weight at the best possible rate.

The most fat that anyone can sensibly lose is two pounds a week.

Here's why.

To lose 2lbs you need to create a 7000 calorie deficit - that is you have to eat 7000 calories less than your body uses in the week.

The number of calories you actually need each day varies depending on your age, sex, current weight, body fat composition and amount of activity you do but it's typically around 2000 calories for women and 2500 calories for men.

Eating a thousand calories less than that each day to lose two pounds in a week is more often than not counter-productive - at that level you may very well find your metabolism starts getting sluggish and you hang onto your fat resources - the very last thing you want to happen.

It's far better to keep your metabolism stoked by reducing the amount you eat to only a little less than your daily requirements and increasing your activity levels a little. If you eat 250 calories less than you need and increase your activity levels by 250 calories a day too - you will not upset your metabolism and will lose a pound a week. But even that takes work and is no mean achievement.

It is far, far easier to put weight on than it ever is to take it off. An extra 500 calories a day can disappear down your throat in a minute with a tiny piece of chocolate cake - but a 250 calorie deficit and 250 calories of activity takes much more effort.

So that pound really is something. When people tell you they have lost 4 pounds in a week, don't get jealous. Understand that level of weight loss for what it is - a little fat and probably a lot of water or (what is worse) muscle tissue and a whole lot of metabolic damage which will come to roost once the diet is over).

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Even though the principles of weight loss by calorie counting to lose a pound or two a week are relatively simple to understand in theory, I rarely advise it.

All those sums to work out exactly how many calories you should eat and worse how many calories in every morsel which passes your lips are just too tedious for many of us.

Following a few simple principles is all that it takes to lose that important pound or two of pure unwanted fat a week and as the habits become part of your lifestyle the weight stays off without all the hassle of going on and off diets.

Discover the 24 keys to permanent and healthy weight loss at http://www.weightlosshandbook.com and lose weight in the simplest way possible.

Recipe of the week : Cajun Burgers

Good for the barbecue too - serve in small whole meal rolls with salad

Serves 4

228 calories a serving

350g (12oz) extra lean minced (ground) beef
1 chopped tomato
2 slices lean bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Dry fry the tomato and bacon together until the bacon is cooked, Mix with the beef and Cajun seasoning in a bowl. Divide into 4 burger shaped patties and chill for 10 minutes. Grill or barbecue for 10 to 15 minutes until done, turning once to ensure both sides are cooked.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Mediterranean Roasted vegetables
* Cheesy Baked Potato
* Raspberry and banana smoothie

In the Forum (Anything Else to Share section)

* Losing Weight on Vacation

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 foe 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 - Do You Have A Healthy Appetite?

2006-08-07T10:08:00.000Z

4th August 2006

Contents

ENDS MONDAY 7 AUGUST

* Launch offer

Feature Article:

* Do You Have A Healthy Appetite?

Recipe of the Week:

* One Pot Cider Chicken

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

* Are we kidding ourselves?
* How big is a portion?
* Do you need to exercise to lose weight?
* Fish oil for weight loss

Hi!

Even though I have a very effective weight loss program (and more or less the same principles have kept me slim for years) I like to keep an open mind about new ways that help with weight loss.

Sometimes I try out some of the more sensible ideas coming from the latest weight loss research myself and sometimes I just shake my head at the sheer wackiness of some of them.

The latest piece of research I'm going to experiment with involves walking and fish oil....you can read all about it at my Think Slim blog.

Why not join me and see if it helps?

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 49 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog here at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

ENDS MONDAY 7TH

The Weight Loss Handbook - my ground-breaking manual and 8 week online coaching program - is here!

Until Monday, you can take advantage of a special launch offer at this temporary link.

http://www.weightlosshandbook.com/launchoffer.html

Feature Article : Do You Have A Healthy Appetite?

How times change! When you were growing up they said you had a healthy appetite when you ate everything that was put in front of you and then wanted more. You were probably even rewarded with dessert for cleaning your plate.

Now that you've done all the growing you're going to do (at least upwards) a healthy appetite is something else entirely.

So, what does a healthy appetite mean now?

1. Eating the Right Amount

If you eat just enough to feel satisfied at every meal you will be hungry for each of your meals and probably for a snack mid-morning and mod-afternoon too. If you eat so much at any one meal that you don't get physically hungry for 4 or 5 hours after a meal or 2 hours after a snack, you're probably overeating - and that's not healthy. Gradually reduce the amount you eat at any one time. It's easier on your digestion and will increase your energy levels too.

2. Eating Every Meal

Skipping meals forces your body to try and conserve energy - your metabolism is stoked up by eating little and often and reduced when you go without food. Breakfast is especially important as you have then fasted for eight hours or more. Going without breakfast is just not healthy. If you can't face breakfast take healthy food with you if you have to go out and have it as soon as the first hunger pangs strike.

3. Eating Healthfully

A healthy appetite means that you're hungry for good natural food such as fruit, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains. If you're hungry only for sweet and salty junk food it probably means you're not physically hungry, and don't need to eat. Junk food is addictive - you have some and you want some more. It's calorie-rich without satisfying your nutritional needs and that's not healthy. Gradually replace the junk in your diet with fresh delicious nutritious food and see how much healthier you feel.

4. Eating Foods you Love

While a diet filled with junk food is far from healthy, it's not healthy either to deny yourself the food you love unless you have a real addiction to a particular food. Most cravings are simply caused by forbidding particular foods which makes them more attractive than ever. If you love chocolate treat yourself once a day to a square of the most luxurious chocolate you can find and enjoy every moment as it melts in your mouth. Remind yourself that you can do this every day - you don't have to stuff the whole bar down in a guilty rush.

Making sure that every meal is an enjoyable delight, eating the right amount of food regularly and having the odd treat without going mad - now that's what I call a healthy appetite for grown ups.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Recipe of the week : One Pot Cider Chicken

A fast and healthy dish that saves on the washing up. Serve with additional vegetables if you like - carrots and broccoli or green beans would be good.

Serves 4

256 calories a serving

350g (12oz) leeks, sliced
350g (12oz) baby new potatoes, scrubbed
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 chicken breasts or 8 thighs, skins removed
300ml (1/2 pint) dry cider
few sprigs fresh rosemary or pinch dried

Heat the oil in a pan or flame-proof casserole dish and fry the chicken pieces until golden. Add the remaining ingredients and season with a little salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the chicken and potatoes are tender.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Broccoli with Brie and garlic crumbs
* Chicken and bacon in a pot
* Nectarine and hazelnut meringues

In the Forum (Anything Else to Share section)

* Portion Pitfalls

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".

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No More Diets - Just 1%

2006-07-31T04:50:00.000Z

28th July 2006

Contents

FOR A LIMITED TIME

* Special subscriber offer

Feature Article:

* Just 1%

Recipe of the Week:

* Leek and Potato bake

Lots of new posts on my Think Slim Blog this week including...

* Fast food or Fat food
* Does a smaller plate work?
* 5 foods for a flatter tummy

Hi!

The heat wave continues. This is Scotland for goodness sake! We never needed air conditioning before and we don't have it now except in large buildings, shops and offices. As I sit at my desk writing this it's 30 degrees C indoors (about 84F)

Suddenly I understand how you can go off exercise in the summer unless you have somewhere cool to do it and swimming (which is not normally my exercise of choice) has a whole new attraction.

Anyway I hope you are still doing your 1% - see this week's article if you want to know why.

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 48 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

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For a short time though, you can take advantage of a special launch offer for readers of this ezine. The Weight Loss Handbook and Coaching Program is available for only $23 at this special link

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The offer link will be online for a week or so.

Feature Article : Just 1%

If you could make a huge difference to your weight and fitness in less than 1% of your time would you do it? Is your health a high enough priority to you that you're prepared to allocate a little time to it?

Most of us would say "Yes" but then not actually do anything about it! We don't give our health and shape even that much time and attention. Instead we give our bodies food they don't want and deny them the movement they crave.

Just one to one and a half hours out of the 168 we ALL have each week - that's all you need to achieve and maintain a level of fitness which will do wonders for your quality of life. And it often makes the difference between constantly gaining weight and losing a little too.

Can you honestly say that every hour you spend is as valuable to you? to your life? to your health? to your happiness? How much time is taken up in trivia and unnecessary chores that don't do half as much for you? The TV will never make you feel so good, neither will the PC, nor taking on more and more obligations for your family and kids that you really don't have time for.

You owe it to yourself and everyone who loves you to stay fit and healthy. So block out 1% of your time for taking care of yourself in this way. It may seem like another obligation or chore at first but the amazing thing is that after a while you will start to feel good and you will never want to give up that feeling. Even if you let your 1% slide once or twice you will know the feeling that you are aiming for and will get back on track because you want to feel that way again.

And it doesn't even have to be formal exercise you take - just walk instead of driving on short errands, play with your kids in the park, go for a refreshing dip at the pool or dance around your lounge (nobody is watching!) Have fun with your 1% but just do it!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Recipe of the week : Leek and Potato Bake

Serve with a mixed salad

Serves 4

480 calories a serving

900g (2lbs) potatoes
50g (2oz) butter
3 leeks, trimmed and cut into thin slices
200g (7oz) cheddar cheese, grated (shredded)
1 egg, beaten

Pre-heat the oven to 220 degrees centigrade (425F / Gas Mark 7). Melt half the butter in a pan and gently cook the leeks to soften. Meanwhile boil the potatoes until tender, drain and mash with the remainder of the butter, 150g of the cheese and the egg plus a little salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in the leeks and add the mixture into an oven-proof gratin dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bake until brown and bubbling on the top (about 10 minutes)

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Banana Pancakes (for breakfast)
* Moroccan Carrot Salad
* Fish and Pea Thai Curry

In the Forum (Anything Else to Share section)

* Download this cookbook with a difference

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".

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No More Diets - Watch Out! There's Salad About

2006-07-24T10:27:00.000Z

21st July 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Watch Out! There's Salad About

Recipe of the Week:

* Broccoli Salad

New on my Think Slim Blog this week...

* Cut Down on Hidden Sugar
* 10 Reasons for Weight Gain
* Daily or Weekly Weigh-in?

Hi!

What a heat wave we have been having this week (at least by Scottish standards) - I thought a few pounds of me would have melted away in the last few days but somehow the scales are not reflecting that yet!

It has been far too hot to cook anything elaborate so we have had simple foods all week - great for the waistline but it did remind me that the typical dieter's "friend" - salad - is not always such a great choice even though it seems so virtuous ... and that thought became this week's article.

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 47 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Watch Out! There's Salad About

Every diet seems to feature salad somewhere or other so we always associate salad with healthy eating. But take care, the salad that you think of as healthy can be more calories than a burger and fries -it's still far better for you from a healthy eating point of you (you'll be getting a number of your 5 portions of fruit and vegetables you need to eat each day) but not necessarily great for your waistline.

So how can you go wrong with salad?

It all depends on what you put in your salad, how you dress it and most importantly of all how filling it is.

You can eat most traditional salad ingredients - at least of the vegetable variety - without turning a hair. In fact, you can eat them to your heart's content and will find it difficult to eat enough to put on an ounce. So feel free to pile your plate with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, celery, grated carrot, beetroot, sweet peppers and so on - as much as you like.

Where the problems come in is in the added extras that actually give the salad some much needed zing - the dressing, the croutons, the bacon bits, pinenuts, olives and so on. That's where you have to start using some caution and common sense. With the high calorie ingredients measure the amount you are adding and add just enough to make the salad interesting.

A salad without dressing is pretty sad but most dressings are rich in fat. If you can find a good salad dressing that is not loaded with calories or chemicals then go ahead but I much prefer to use the real thing but with care.

If you toss your salad with a tablespoon or so of dressing (per person) you get the taste of the dressing dispersed throughout the leaves and you'll find you need much less than if you add it to your plate afterwards. So always toss even if it's just for one. (In a restaurant ask for the dressing on the side so that you can see how much you are adding and beware of those salad buffets where you pile your plate with everything that takes your fancy - most of that won't be lettuce!)

And that brings me to those mayonnaise type salads that are in every variety on the supermarket shelves and make up many of the attractive offerings at a restaurant salad buffet. They can kill the virtue of a salad in one fell swoop. Tossing your salad with a spoonful of dressing and adding a few croutons, olives or nuts is almost always better than loading it with the mayonnaise-type mixed salads. Even the so called "healthy choice" options are loaded with calories and often artificial sweeteners and fillers.

Also, make sure that your salad doesn't leave you hungry by including some slow-release carbohydrate. You can add a little whole wheat pasta, brown rice, a few boiled baby potatoes (cooked in their skins) or eat a small whole meal roll with your salad.

Include some low-fat protein too because that will also keep you feeling satisfied for longer and make sure your meal is well balanced. For example you can add some chopped cooked chicken, hard-boiled egg, a little grated low-fat cheese, some ham, fish or seafood.

If you just eat salad without the carbohydrate or protein your salad will have you running to the fridge for more food within a couple of hours.

With the range of fresh ingredients available all year round, salad CAN make a delicious quick and satisfying meal when you want to lose weight - just watch out for the hidden dangers when you put your salad together.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Recipe of the week : Broccoli Salad

Just remember to add some low-fat protein and slow release carbohydrate to make a balanced meal!

Serves 4

257 calories a serving

1 large head fresh broccoli
10 sliced black olives (without stones)
4 radishes, sliced
2 green salad onions, chopped
8 baby tomatoes, halved
50g (2oz) unsalted peanuts

Dressing:
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons wine vinegar
pinch dry mustard or half teaspoon ready-made mustard

Blanch the head of broccoli in boiling water until tender but still crisp. Rinse immediately in cold water to prevent it cooking further. Cut into small florets and place in a large bowl. Add the olives, radishes and onions. Mix the dressing ingredients together and stir through the vegetables. Then add the tomatoes and peanuts, mix and serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Teriyaki Chicken
* Pork Diane
* Mushrooms with Bacon, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Cheese

In the Forum (anything Else to Add section)

* Weight Loss Plateaus and Pitfalls

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".

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No More Diets - After a break

2006-07-17T04:50:00.000Z

14th July 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* After a break

Recipe of the Week:

* Barbecue Chicken

New on my Think Slim Blog this week...

* Another way to lose weight
* Weight Loss Coach on a Diet?

Hi!

Apologies for the missing "No More Diets" last week - I meant to write it before I set off on vacation (we went to Germany for 9 days) but ran out of time. Anyway thanks to all of you who wrote to say that you missed it.

If you're about to set off on vacation yourself, have you decided how you will deal with your weight loss while you're away? My philosophy is to take a break from caring about weight too much but without eating a silly amount of food.

The main thing is to get back on track straight after your break. This week's article should help you do that whether you've been on vacation or just wandered from the straight and narrow a bit.

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 46 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : After a Break

A break is a dangerous thing for a weight loss program. It's so easy for a day or two off your plan to slip into a week or two and then a month even though all the while you're promising yourself you'll start again tomorrow, on Monday or on the first of the month.

If you've ruined your plans for the day, the week or the month you may feel that you might as well throw in the towel and start again with a bright shiny new start. But you'll find that life gets in the way whenever you start your weight loss program.

There'll always be celebrations, business trips, meals out with friends, vacations, heat waves when you can't be bothered with cooking what you planned and bad days when you need comfort. They are part and parcel of life and no doubt there'll be times when those occasions mean that you'll eat too much.

Just don't expect perfection of yourself and do your best to get right back on track at your very next meal.

It helps if you do what you can to limit the damage while you are out of your routine. Don't use a holiday, a business trip or an event as an excuse for a total blow-out, because you'll regret it later. Enjoy the event. Select the food you love, maybe eat a little more than usual but don't stuff yourself silly.

But if you have eaten a little more than planned and fear you've blown your weight loss program, put it in perspective. One bad meal or bout of holiday eating is not going to stop you losing weight forever. No one is perfect and everyone deserves a break now and again.

Don't prolong the agony by beating yourself up about what you ate or make things worse with a "might as well give up for this week then.." attitude. A few thousand calories too many will mean you have to work extra hard to lose what you gained but the higher the tally, the harder you will have to work to get back to where you were. Adding an extra few thousand calories you will have to lose by putting off getting back on track is just making your job harder.

Somehow we seem to get it into our heads that the calories we eat before we restart our diet won't have to be worked off, that they don't count. And some of us (who are forever starting on Monday) have week after week of indulging before restarting the diet and end up with more weight to lose than ever.

It's always easier to plan the perfect weight loss program than to actually follow it. We visualize ourselves eating salad and nibbling on vegetable sticks for 6 months but it's just not going to happen like that. We are human. We like to eat. We have high days and holidays, bad days and chaotic days so be realistic and choose a plan that lets you deal with real life sensibly and if you ever waver it should be easier to slip right back into it after a break.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Recipe of the week : Barbecue Chicken

Serve with a side salad mixed with a little whole grain rice or pasta

Serves 4

105 calories a serving

4 chicken breast fillets without skin
2 tablespoons soft brown (Demerara) sugar
1 teaspoon tomato ketchup
3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2 teaspoons tomato puree
2 teaspoons French mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon chilli powder

Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl and use to marinade the chicken either overnight or for several hours in the fridge in a covered container. Grill (broil) or barbecue the chicken until cooked through.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Southern Pork Chops
* Creamy Pasta
* Italian Fish Stew

In the Tools section

* How to Deal with Eating Triggers

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".

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This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - Quick Fix Plan

2006-07-13T15:36:00.000Z

30th June 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Quick Fix Plan

Recipe of the Week:

* Chicken with Lemon and Garlic

New on my Think Slim Blog this week...

* A genuine weight loss pill
* Do You Keep a Food Diary?
* Media Weight Loss Advice

Hi!

I don't usually talk about quick weight loss plans very much - in the long run you're better off changing your habits gradually so the weight stays off for good.

But what happens if you have an event in a couple of weeks or a month and you want to look your very best quickly? The article this week gives my recommendations if this applies to 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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 45 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Quick Fix Plan

So you've got a wedding or a school reunion coming up in a few weeks and you want to look your very best by losing some weight fast. What do you do?

You could embark on a strict diet and exercise plan - the shop bookshelves (and maybe even yours) are full of advice. But a lot of the rigid weight loss programs are impractical to follow for even a short time.

Instead, here's a plan that isn't too complicated and doesn't involve starving yourself or spending hours at the gym. It will keep you looking and feeling good and full of energy too while you lose some weight.

1. Drink Water

Replace every beverage you normally drink with one which is calorie free and full of health-giving benefits - water. It will flush out your system, make your skin glow and help you shed excess fat. Dump the system clogging soda (even diet soda), coffee and tea and calorie laden alcohol, juice and milky drinks and go for pure water or herbal tea. (Peppermint is great)

If you tend to get caffeine withdrawal symptoms gradually replace the caffeine based drinks one by one over the time you have available.

Surprisingly this step which is the simplest is often the hardest for people to stick to - you would think I was advising poison sometimes. But persevere - once you feel the benefits of proper hydration you'll never look back.

2. Eat Small Meals Often

Never let yourself get too hungry or too full by eating several small meals and snacks a day. Eat breakfast, lunch and dinner with a mid-morning and mid-afternoon snack and then a small bedtime snack if you need it.

Make sure every meal or snack has some lean protein as this will help to stabilize your blood sugar and keep you satisfied for longer. For meals keep the proportions on your plate roughly a quarter protein, a quarter whole grain carbohydrate and a half vegetables or salad. No meal should be larger than the size of two of your clenched fists although you can eat additional vegetables or salad if you are still hungry.

Include a variety of fruit and vegetables, whole grains, lean meat and fish, eggs, nuts, seeds, healthy fats and low fat dairy products so that you get the full range of nutrients which are essential for keeping up energy levels and making you look and feel at your best. Eat real food and dump the junk. This involves making sure you have planned ahead to keep the healthy food you like available.

If you have to eat out, choose a starter portion for your main course and avoid the bread, fried food, sauces and dessert.

Sample meal ideas :-

breakfast : poached egg on whole meal toast OR porridge oats made with milk with a sliced banana (for sweetness) and a few toasted almonds OR a couple of slices of ham on rye crisp bread with sliced tomato

lunch : home made chicken and vegetable soup with a whole meal roll OR tuna and whole grain rice salad OR a tomato omelette with whole meal toast and green salad OR a whole meal roll with a little grated cheese and raw vegetable sticks with a little dip

dinner : grilled meat or fish with a salad OR stir fried vegetables and bean sprouts with cashew nuts or shrimp with soy sauce and a little whole grain rice or noodles OR a baked potato with grated cheese and salad

snacks : a hard-boiled egg and an apple OR a slice of ham with a fresh peach OR a plain low fat yogurt mixed with nuts and seeds OR raw vegetable sticks and a small cube of cheese

3. Walk

Take a walk every day - as much as you are able even if it's only 10 minutes. But an hour would be great if you can manage it. Also keep as active as you can throughout the day - don't sit still when you can move! Put lots of energy into everything you do.

4. Firm Up

Do a few muscle strengthening exercises every day for 10 minutes or so. Hold in your tummy at the traffic lights. Strengthen your arms while you watch TV. Do lunges while the kettle boils. Do leg extensions under your desk while you work.

And actually, if you manage to follow all 4 points for a few weeks it is not so very far from the habits that you want to get into to be slim for life and you could easily continue your good habits without too much fuss and be slim for life after all ...

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Recipe of the week : Chicken with Lemon and Garlic

Serve with a side salad and a little whole grain rice

Serves 4

275 calories a serving

4 small chicken breast fillets without skin
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 large clove garlic, peeled and crushed
Finely grated rind of half a lemon
Freshly ground black pepper

Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Centigrade (375F/Gas Mark 5). Mix the butter with the garlic, parsley and lemon rind. Season with black pepper. Make a slit in the side of each chicken breast to make a pocket and stuff with the butter mixture. Wrap each chicken breast in foil and place on a baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes until cooked through. Unwrap before serving.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Lemon Tuna Pasta
* Meat Loaf
* Mushroom Chilli

On the Forum (Anything Else to Share section)

* Sanity Savers

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".

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Copyright 2006, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - Junk Food Joy?

2006-06-26T04:16:00.000Z

23rd June 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Junk Food Joy?

Recipe of the Week:

* "Instant" chicken noodles

New on my Think Slim Blog this week...

* Easy way to lose weight fast?
* Would your scales tell you this?
* Janet Jackson's Weight Loss Secrets

Hi!

Oops - have got on my high-horse with this week's article but I just read again about how food manufacturers' profits are soaring while our standards of health suffer as a result and I got really mad ....it's just like those computer hackers who use their technical skills to cause mayhem when they could use them to make the world a better place......

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 44 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

P.P.S. I still have 5 places in my test group for those of you who are serious about losing weight and have more than 15lbs to lose. Take a look at http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/offer.html to try out my program for FREE.

Feature Article : Junk Food Joy?

Don't you just hate those food companies who make a fortune out of making us overweight and ill? They seem to seek out healthy children and adults and mesmerize them into eating their products with clever adverts and attractive packaging.

Yet we have to take some responsibility for the mess. The annual spend on the mountain of processed, packaged food and takeaways keeps on rising every year and coupled with veritable sea full of soda we swallow - it's not a pretty picture. We seem to have fallen in love with feeding ourselves junk even though there is not one of us who thinks it is good for us.

Where will it all end? As the profits of the food manufacturers go up, our average weight increases and our health takes a nose-dive.

We know all this and we still continue to buy that stuff. Maybe we have cut down a little but we still buy it - I still buy it now and again and I definitely know better!

What are the manufacturers and fast-food vendors doing to make us buy what is truly killing us and making us fat?

They have made junk food and soda acceptable, even glamorous with their adverts
They have made this type of food easy to "grab and go"
They have made the kids use "pester power" demand it from us using toys and cartoon characters
They have made it cheap by adding trans-fats and low-grade food fillers
They have made the packaging bright and desirable.
They have put it on every street corner and in every store - piles of it
They have infiltrated our culture and made eating junk part of almost every outing
They have made it unnecessary to cook and some of us no longer do
They have become so powerful that governments are unable to legislate against them
They have filled their foods with the fatty, salty, crunchy or sweet comfort we crave

What can you do about it?

Well, there's one solution - you can refuse to give them your money!

You don't need a single junk item the manufacturers and fast food retailers produce and your body certainly doesn't. If you don't buy it, you can't eat it.

Does that fill you with horror? Are you feeling miserable at the thought of doing without your donuts and double cheeseburgers? super size cola and fries? double chocolate chip cookies and ice cream? Chocolate bars and crunchy snacks?

There is a solution to that too.

Eat the junk foods you love but eat them rarely - say once a month - the tiniest portion you can get. Or do something radical like learning to prepare some of your favourites at home using the purest highest-quality ingredients. I have never eaten a commercial burger since I found out how easy they are to make myself and how much better they taste.

If your weight is not making you happy then junk food is not going to cheer you up - it is just adding to your problems. Beat it with a boycott or keep it where it belongs - off your everyday menu.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Recipe of the week : "Instant" Chicken noodles

Not quite as fast as pouring boiling water in a plastic pot - but all the taste without the chemicals

Serves 2

475 calories a serving

125g (4oz) cooked and chopped chicken
125g (4oz) medium egg noodles
Olive oil spray
1 red (bell) pepper, deseeded and chopped
200g (7oz) broccoli, in small florets
125g (4oz) mushrooms, thickly sliced
25g (1oz) cashew nuts
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon runny honey

Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions (about 4 minutes). Meanwhile spray a pan with oil and stir fry the red pepper, broccoli and mushrooms for 5 minutes. Add the cashew nuts, ginger, soy sauce and honey and continue to stir fry. Add the chicken and noodles and heat through. Serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* White Bean, Mushroom and Spinach Salad
* Summer Chicken with Lemon
* Broccoli Pasta

On the Forum (Anything Else to Share section)

* Take the Vitality Assessment

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 foe 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 - No Stopping You

2006-06-19T04:36:00.000Z

16th June 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* No Stopping You

Recipe of the Week:

* Spicy Veggie Dip

Hi!

Everything seems to be happening all at once here in Edinburgh: hot summer days, end of school year events for the boys, parties and barbecues galore and I'm planning a new product launch.

If you are serious about losing weight and have more than 15lbs to lose take a look at http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/offer.html and see how you can be part of my test group and try out my program for FREE.

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 43 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : No Stopping You

"If you want something badly enough, and believe in your heart that you can get it, then there is almost nothing that can stop you. You become a charging bull, a juggernaut, that can't be deflected."
Martin Avis http://www.KickstartDaily.com

When I read this quote a couple of days ago, it made me think of how successful weight loss can be if you genuinely want it and are ready to do what it takes.

It really doesn't matter how difficult everyone says it is. It doesn't matter that over 95% of the people who attempt to lose weight don't make it. YOU will succeed if you want it enough. Because there is really nothing stopping you do this, other than plain negative thinking and lack of real desire.

Whatever excuses you normally use to make it easy for yourself to stay as you are, count for nothing if you want to lose weight enough.

Not enough time? You'll find some if you make your health and fitness a priority. Too much hassle putting a healthy meal together? You'll do it anyway if you want to succeed. Can't resist food or drinks when everyone else is having a good time? Decide you're going to have a good time without overindulging - enjoy the food and drink in moderation AND the feeling the next day of having no regrets.

And the beauty of it all is that when you make the time and effort to keep fit, prepare good food and eat or drink in moderation you feel like a million dollars and your energy levels soar - you are suddenly capable of doing much more and getting more enjoyment out of life to boot.

What is the alternative?

Carrying on as you are, losing a few pounds here, a few pounds there, putting it all back on again? Getting slightly bigger each year?

Why not reach down inside of you and fire up your desire to succeed? Decide that nothing is going to stop you this time and be ready to quit making excuses and look for workable solutions instead. Drive that juggernaut through every obstacle! You can do this, you really can!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

New on my Think Slim Blog this week...

* Personal Diet Chef
* Be Clear about Weight Loss
* Free 154 page ebook Ultimate Fitness Secrets
* Instant "Weight Loss"

Recipe of the week : Spicy Veggie Dip

Great dip for cheering up crunchy raw veggies

Serves 8

92 calories a serving

25g (1oz) sun-dried tomatoes, drained of oil
225g (8 oz) light cream cheese
7 tablespoons plain fat-free yogurt
4 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce
1 red (bell) pepper deseeded and chopped
4 spring (salad) onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed
1/2 tsp celery seed
pinch cayenne pepper

Soak the tomatoes in a little boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain and chop. Meanwhile, combine the cream cheese, yogurt and chili sauce. Add the drained, chopped tomatoes and the remaining ingredients and mix well. Keep cool until ready to serve.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Low-cal Chicken Fajitas
* Mediterranean Layered Potatoes
* Beanfeast

On the Forum (in the Healthy Eating Tips section)

* Free Online Book - losing a lot of weight

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".

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Copyright 2006, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - Eat Less Meat

2006-06-12T08:19:00.000Z

9th June 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Eat Less Meat

Recipe of the Week:

* Fennel and Tomato Bake

Also new on my Think Slim Blog this week:

* Weight Loss Lipgloss
* Slim-choc (Are the comments for real?)
* Comfort Food

Hi!

This week's article is about cutting down on red meat and so in honour of that this week's recipe is vegetarian.

I did have a go at eating only vegetarian food for a few months many moons ago but missed meat (and especially bacon) too much and reverted back to meat eating. But I still cook a lot of the dishes we discovered at that time simply because they taste so good.

Why not have a go at meat-free eating a couple of nights a week and experiment with some new recipes?

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 42 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Eat Less Meat

We are always being told that eating less red meat is good for us (well except by the beef, pork and lamb marketing people) but it's hard for established meat eaters to give up the habit. A meal just doesn't feel like a meal to some without a big hunk of meaty protein.

You don't have to give up meat entirely but it would be good to cut down for the sake of your health. Current guidelines suggest that we should eat no more than two meals with red meat a week.

While lean red meat is not that high in calories, there is always some hidden fat in there. And vegetarians certainly find it easier to maintain their weight than meat eaters. Vegetarian meals tend to be higher in fibre, fill you up faster with fewer calories and keep you feeling fuller for longer.

To cut down on the amount of red meat you eat (if you're reluctant to go vegetarian) ...

1. Reduce portion sizes

A normal portion of meat is is much less than most of us serve up. It's about the size of a pack of standard playing cards. Bear that in mind before you cover half the plate with a juicy steak! Gradually reduce the amount of meat you put on your plate so that you get accustomed to being satisfied with less.

2. Avoid making meat the main event

You can make a small portion of meat go further by using it in a dish rather than serving it alone on a plate. Combine a smaller amount of meat with a lot of vegetables in a stew, curry or stir fry.

3. Don't leave out protein entirely

A meal that is just carbohydrate based will not keep you satisfied for long so you can't just leave the meat off your plate - you have to replace it with an alternative protein source such as beans, lentils, chicken or fish. Try lots of recipes until you hit on some you like.

4. Select classic vegetarian dishes

If you'd like to try some vegetarian dishes remember that for meat eaters, a meal that is designed to be a replacement for a typical meat dish (for example, veggieburgers instead of hamburgers, spaghetti bolognaise made with textured vegetable protein) just emphasises what is missing - the meat. But if you cook something that is classically vegetarian (pizza margherita, spaghetti in tomato sauce, lentil soup) then it's easier to enjoy your meal without feeling you're missing out.

5. Go easy on Dairy foods

A lot of vegetarian dishes are based on cheese, cream and eggs. While these are great sources of protein for vegetarians, they tend to be high in saturated fat - sometimes higher than the meat meals you are replacing. For example macaroni cheese will be higher in fat and calories than lean roast beef - so choose tomato based sauces or dishes using just a small amount of cheese when you plan your vegetarian meals.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand.

Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Fennel and Tomato bake

Recipe printed with kind pernission from Tracy Griffen a well-known Edinburgh fitness trainer. You can find her website at http://www.tracygriffen.com

Serves 2

Calories depend on how much olive oil you drizzle! Remember oil has about 120 calories a tablespoon otherwise this is a very low calorie dish.

one large fennel (or two small)
200 - 250g (about 8oz) cherry tomatoes
olive oil
balsamic vineager
juice of half a lemon
sea salt and cracked pepper
few springs of fresh thyme

Wash and remove the tough outer bits of the fennel, and chop the base out in a 'V' shape. Cut into 5mm slices, then steam until partially cooked (nearly tender). Wash the cherry tomatoes and combine them with the steamed fennel in a casserole dish. Drizzle over the olive oil, balsamic and lemon juice, add salt, pepper and thyme (fresh parsley tastes yummy too). Toss it all to combine and cook on a high shelf in an oven at about 220 degrees Centigrade (425F / Gas Mark 7). Cook for about 20 minutes or until the tomatoes are bursting from their skin .

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Cheese and Onion dip
* Hot Potato and Bean Salad
* Warm Rice Salad

On the Forum (anything else to share)

* Your Best Ever Body

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".

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Copyright 2006, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - Be a Domestic God(dess)

2006-06-05T08:39:00.000Z

2nd June 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Be a Domestic God(dess)

Recipe of the Week:

* Buckwheat Pancakes

Also new on my Think Slim blog this week:

* Less Time at the Gym?
* Weight Loss Triggers
* Perfect your Pasta Portions

Hi!

I was just thinking the other day "Wouldn't life be so much easier if supermarkets only stocked good fresh food and there was no junk to buy. And fast food restaurants, bakeries and the like disappeared."

If that happened, we'd be more or less forced to make good food choices (although we still might eat too much of the good stuff - we're less likely to go to town on it).

Unlikely to happen, I know, but then a girl can dream can't she? Then again, I might be out of a job along with all those in the junk food industry....

If you want to lose weight this June, why not try acting as if junk food didn't exist for a month?

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 41 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Be a Domestic God(dess)

Scenario One : The house is a state. The kids are running around creating even more of a mess. There's nothing in for dinner. You think about which take away number to call and reach for a chocolate bar to soothe away your stress while flicking through the channels on TV. You've got a headache. Why can't the kids be quiet for once?

Scenario Two : You come in from work. The breakfast dishes and last night's dinner dishes are all over the kitchen. You're starving hungry but there's no way you're going to start cooking in all that mess. Off you go to the golden arches for a bite to eat. Just as well you went to the gym at lunch time to work off some of those calories. The dishes are still there when you come back. You slump down on the sofa with a drink and a snack.

Scenario Three : You spend 15 minutes in the morning before you start your day tidying up as fast as you can and another 15 minutes in the evening. You get some exercise 3 times a week with an energetic cleaning routine for at least 30 minutes. Your house looks great and you stop stressing about the state of everything. You plan and shop for a few simple to prepare meals once or twice a week and you always have something delicious and healthy available for dinner - and a clean kitchen to cook it in.

Mmmh - No prizes for guessing which scenario wins in the weight loss stakes.

If you recognize yourself a bit in the first two scenarios, why not turn over a new leaf and start putting more energy into your home. You burn about 30 to 50 calories every 10 minutes depending the effort you put in! If you're not responsible for housework maybe your partner would be delighted to get more help. Or you could give yourself the task of clearing out the garage, basement or attic or even do some decorating. And your garden may be crying out for some attention too.

If you have no cooking skills, it's something that we all need to learn so start with the basics and teach yourself or try to find a course locally. You'll be amazed at what you can whip up in no time at all with a little effort. Just remember not to go overboard when you learn how to bake a cake....

Maybe becoming a domestic God(dess) might be further than you want to go with this, but you'll be amazed at how applying a few basic skills and a bit of effort will go in making you feel good about yourself and your home - and what a relatively easy way it is to fit in exercise and improve your eating habits too.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand.

Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Buckwheat Pancakes

A couple of pancakes with fresh fruit and maybe a teaspoon of syrup or sugar makes a great breakfast.

115 calories a pancake

Makes 8

50g (2oz) wholemeal flour
50g (2oz) buckwheat flour
1 egg
300ml (half pint) skimmed milk
8 teaspoons olive oil

Sift the two flours together into a bowl adding in any grains remaining in the sieve. Beat the egg with the milk and gradually stir into the flour forming a smooth batter. Set aside for 20 minutes then stir again. To make each pancake, heat a teaspoon of the oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet and add 2 tablespoons of the batter allowing the mixture to spread over the base of the pan. Cook for two minutes or so until the underside is golden brown and then flip over and cook the other side for another minute. Keep the pancake warm in the oven while you make the remaining pancakes.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section:

* Roasted Peppers with Chicken
* Raspberry Delight
* Speedy Vermicelli

In Ask Simply Slimming:

* Gym Blues

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 foe 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 - Split Second Decisions

2006-05-29T05:00:00.000Z

26th May 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* Split Second Decisions

Recipe of the Week:

* Crispy Potato Skins

Also new on my Think Slim Blog this week:

* Tailor-made Weight Loss Programs
* The Water and Cayenne Pepper Diet
* An Appetizer for Weight Loss

Hi!

Had a coffee with my friend Linda this week. She's one of that exclusive group of people who have lost a lot of weight and kept it off for more than a year (over 5 years in her case).

Linda's day was shaping up to be a nightmare of organisation: kids to pick up and take to activities, shopping to do and a cake to get iced for a friend's birthday the next day, house for sale and potential buyers turning up for a viewing in the afternoon (the house was a mess), packing to go away the next day on a weekend trip (her, her husband and kids of 9 and 2).... a busy day however you look at it.

Yet she'd still found time that morning to go for a 40 minute run. She made it a priority and did it anyway, no matter how busy she was. No wonder she has kept the weight off for so long and looks great.

What do you do when you have a busy day? Do all your weight loss plans fall by the wayside? Could you be more like Linda and try giving them top priority?

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 40 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Split Second Decisions

The difference between being overweight and being beautifully slim, toned and fit is made in split seconds.

It's the split second when you decide not to go to the gym, the split second when you reach for the dessert menu and the split second when you decide to have another cookie with your coffee instead of putting away the packet that cost you so dearly in your plans to lose weight.

If you just take those decisions as an example you'll see what I mean. The first decision not to go to the gym "costs" you about 300 calories or so - about the amount you'd use in half an hour slow jogging on the treadmill, getting there, getting showered and changed. The decision to eat dessert will "cost" you at least 400 calories - probably more like 700. And the extra cookie? About 100.

If you add it all up, you're looking at about 800 to 1000 calories in 3 quick decisions.

And how many more decisions do you take like that in a day, a week, over the course of a year?

Even 200 calories worth of decisions like that a day adds up to 20lbs of fat added a year - or 20lbs of weight you're not losing. So you can see how easy it is to get overweight and how difficult it can be NOT to lose it even if you think you're doing well.

As it's those split second decisions you make day in day out which prevent your weight loss, the only way to succeed is to start making the right decisions. It's difficult at first (all change is) but once you start making the right decisions time after time again they become a habit and part of your normal routine. That's when you start losing weight and keeping slim without having to think about it constantly - it becomes automatic.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand.

Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Crispy Potato Skins

Just 10 calories a small handful!

Pre-heat the oven to 200 degrees Centigrade (400F/Gas Mark 6). Scrub and peel some potatoes. Place on a baking tray or cookie sheet in a single layer and sprinkle with a little salt. Bake until crisp and golden (about 20 minutes). Don't let them burn! Store in an airtight container.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section, three very quick and easy recipes - tasty food with no fuss

* Steak with mushroom sauce
* Tuna and tomato soup
* Easy pasta bake

On the forum (Anything else to share section)

* Free 43 page ebook to help you reduce and burn calories

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 foe 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 - An Irresistible Force for Weight Loss Success

2006-05-22T10:18:00.000Z

19th May 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

An Irresistible Force for Weight Loss Success

Recipe of the Week:

Orange Mango Whip

Also why not take a look at What's New on theThink Slim blog this week?:

Dealing with Dessert
You are What you Eat
Overweight? Just say "no"

Hi!

Exam time has arrived in the UK along with the sun. Why they couldn't have exams in winter, I don't know. My eldest son (who's just turned 16) is in the middle of his first major school exams and I think I'm getting more stressed than he is....

Note to self : eating chocolate due to stress of son's exams will not help him get higher marks

Only 4 more to go thank goodness...

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 39 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : An Irresistible Force for Weight Loss Success

If there's one thing that separates those who succeed at losing weight and those who don't it's determination to do what it takes.

It takes determination to start a weight loss program in the first place when it would be so much easier just to let things go on as they are. It takes even more determination to keep up momentum and motivation when the going gets tough. And even more when you suffer a plateau or a setback.

And what do you think prevents those who succeed from sliding back into their old ways? Yes, you guessed it - determination again!

But how do you get more of this magic ingredient if you think (from past experience) that it's somehow lacking in you?

1. Determination comes from desire.

The more powerful your desire to be slim, the more determined you will be to succeed. Know exactly why you want to lose weight and how important it is to you and spend time visualising how it will be when you lose that weight (or how it will be if you don't). Make weight loss something you want so much for yourself that you're willing to make changes to achieve it.

2. Determination comes from belief.

The more you believe in your ability to achieve the end result the more you will continue through whatever obstacles and difficulties you encounter.

If you've failed at losing weight a number of times before it's likely that your self-belief in your ability to lose weight and keep it off is shaky and this will affect your determination. "No point being determined", you reason "if it all amounts to nothing in the end".

In this case, work out what went wrong before and think about what you can do differently this time - once you know where you tend to go wrong, you know how to succeed. By the laws of nature everyone can lose weight - and you can too.

3. Determination comes from self-esteem.

The more faith you have in yourself the less you will be swayed by others to go off course and the more success you will have. There's nothing like declaring that you're trying to lose weight for everyone to stick in their two cents of advice - or worse tell you not to bother and eat the cake anyway. If you find yourself being persuaded into doing things against your better judgement keep your plans to yourself. Build up your self-esteem by following your own path day in and day out, learning to respect your own decisions and the actions that you take to lose weight. Others will see you are serious by your results.

And how do you maintain your determination over the long-haul? That comes from keeping your desire and belief sharply in focus and your self-esteem up high. Constantly reaffirm how much losing weight means to you. Tell yourself every day that losing weight and staying slim is achievable for you as it is for everyone else. And take pride in every pound you lose - you're doing this for yourself and you're going to succeed.

And when things don't go according to plan and you go off course and gain a little weight back, don't let it throw you. Tell yourself how one little setback is not going to make a difference because you want this so much and everyone who has ever succeeded was never perfect either. Show yourself you have what it takes and be proud of how you get right back on track.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand.

Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Orange Mango Whip

A simple low-calorie dessert that's just a little bit special

100 calories a serving

Serves 4

2 large ripe mangoes
150ml (1/4 pint) low-fat natural Greek yogurt
1 medium orange

Peel and cube the mangoes and put in a food processor with the juice from half the orange. Add the yogurt and blend until smooth. Divide into 4 dishes and decorate with slices of orange.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Tuna and pasta salad
Prawn (shrimp) and Tomato curry
Chicken Noodle Stir Fry

In the Ask Simply Slimming section

I can't get to the gym

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 foe 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 - 7 Steps to Success with Weight Loss

2006-05-19T07:46:00.000Z

13th May 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
7 Steps to Success with Weight Loss

New on Think Slim this week:
* The Reality Diet
* Ear Stapling for Weight Loss?
* The Good Cookie Diet

Recipe of the Week:
Spanish Pork

Hi!

We have had some beautiful sunny days here in Edinburgh this week so I have been making the most of it with lunch and coffee in the garden every day.

I also attended a charity event this week in Dundas Castle, just a few miles away. Absolute bliss sipping Kir Royale in the gardens and enjoying a delicious lunch followed by a book talk by an Edinburgh author and fashion show by a local department store.

Now I know why I wanted to "work" from home!

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 38 of them on the No More Diets back issues site at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : 7 Steps to Success with Weight loss

1. Finally Decide

Without a decision and a commitment to succeed nothing will happen. Finally decide for once and for all that you are going to lose weight. And start right away - not Monday (after you have eaten the cupboard empty over the weekend) and not "sometime". If you really mean to lose weight you will start today, right this minute. Until you're ready to do that you're not ready to lose weight.

2. Know why

Be clear about why you want to lose weight because without the motivation of knowing why you are embarking on a program to lose weight you are lost! The longer your list of reasons to succeed the better it will be. If you want some help in creating a longer list take a look at
Reasons for weight loss

3. Plan

Decide how are you going to tackle this project to lose weight. Because it is a goal worthy of a plan and "failing to plan is planning to fail" as they say. Decide above all what habits you need and want to change. What new routines do you want to start? What will you do differently starting right now?

4. Keep your motivation going

Every day remind yourself of why you want to lose weight by reading your list of reasons and taking action. If you need some tips to stay motivated, see the great tips at the http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com site.

5. Do it early

Good intentions tend to disappear as we get busy with our day. Whatever you plan to do, do it early before anything else can get in the way. If you have decided that exercise is part of your plan and if you can face it, do it early in the morning. If you want to start eating healthily, shop for and prepare your meals in advance before you get too tired to bother.

6. Monitor and Adjust

It's all very well having a great plan to lose weight but the theory and the reality don't always match up (no doubt, you've worked this out from past experience). Sometimes we decide on a plan which is just too ambitious. Sometimes we think it will be easier than it is. Keep reviewing your plans as you learn what works and what doesn't. Adjust them as you find out what fits your life, your personality and your circumstances. Better to have a less ambitious plan than to throw in the towel completely.

7. Celebrate

Celebrate every pound lost with a calorie-free treat! It can be as little as a star on a chart or as much as a diamond necklace (depending on your budget) as long as you mark the occasion somehow. Losing weight is a challenge for anyone so never beat yourself up about how far you have to go - all that matters is that you are making the journey.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand.

Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Spanish Pork

This one is quick to prepare but needs long slow cooking in the oven so best to leave it for the weekend. Serve with green vegetables and a little rice.

340 calories a serving.

Serves 4

olive oil spray
450g (1lb) lean diced stewing pork
1 large onion, peeled and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1 green (bell) pepper, deseeded and chopped
100g (4oz) button mushrooms, sliced
400g (14oz) can chopped tomatoes
300ml (half pint) dry white wine
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
finely grated rind one lemon
1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (optional)
4 pimento stuffed green olives, sliced (optional)

Pre-heat the oven to 160 degrees Centigrade (325F/Gas Mark3). Spray a large pan or Dutch Oven with oil and saute the pork until browned on all sides. Add the onions, garlic, pepper and mushrooms and stir fry with the pork until the onions are starting to soften. Add the tomatoes, wine, oregano, rosemary and lemon rind and bring to boiling point. Transfer to an ovenproof casserole dish if necessary, cover and put in the oven for two to two and a half hours until the pork is tender. Sprinkle with the parsley and olives to serve.

New on the Simply Slimming members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Tom Yum Chicken Soup
Blue Cheese Lasagne
Redcurrant Steak

On the Forum (Healthy Eating Section)

Download the Peanut Diet

Have a great week

Love

Janice Elizabeth

P.S. I hope you enjoyed No More Diets. 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 No More Diets? 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 foe 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 - No more dieting

2006-05-12T16:23:00.000Z

6th May 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

* No more dieting

New on my Think Slim Blog this week:

* How much weight do you want to lose?
* Diet Magic?
* Weight Loss Surgery in the headlines
(see the Think Slim blog)

Recipe of the Week:

* Vegetable Rice

Hi!

Apparently today is International No Diet day where we all get to eat what we like without guilt. It's a weekend so no doubt a lot of us will be doing that anyway before trying to diet again on Monday!

If you hate that Monday "must go on a diet" feeling then it may be time to do something different. See this week's article for more.

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 37 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : No more Dieting

When we are trying to lose weight, we often spend our lives thinking about food - what we can eat, how often, how long is it before you can eat something again, how you really want a Mars Bar but you'd better not.

Food almost becomes a bit of an obsession and dieting feels like a miserable condition you imposed upon yourself. Before long you've given up and feel like you'll never make your target weight.

But actually it's not your inability to diet that's the problem if you're not managing to lose weight.

The problem is you're looking in the wrong direction.

With a diet you are trying to attack the symptoms (your excess weight) rather than the root cause - why you put on weight in the first place.

Now you may think that you put on weight because you ate too much and didn't move enough and you'd be right at one level - but if you dig deeper you'll usually find that there's more behind it. Maybe....

You got into the habit of eating out a lot and eating too much every time
You went out drinking with your friends several night a week
You got bored or lonely and eating gave you comfort
You couldn't be bothered to cook after a hard day at work and take-aways offered an easier option
You got into the habit of having a cookie every time you had a cup of coffee
You went through a stressful time and eating seemed to help you cope

Maybe there are a whole load of reasons why you weigh more than you'd like.

To lose weight without dieting, you need to tackle the habits and situations which lead you to eat too much too often.

Change your environment, change your circumstances, change your route to work, change your attitude - whatever is at the root of your weight problem. As you gradually build the habits and make the changes which support your weight loss, you'll find losing weight much easier.

You will still have to lose the pounds of course, but you will be tackling the problem from a completely different direction - building the habits that keep you slim for life, creating a healthy lifestyle and making changes that improve your overall well-being.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand.

Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Vegetable Rice

Replace the savoury rice you get in packets (full of chemicals) with this healthy alternative. Serve with grilled meat, fish or an omelette for a healthy easy dinner.

140 calories a serving.

Serves 4

100g (4oz) long-grain rice
450ml (3/4 pint) vegetable stock (broth)
1 bunch spring (green salad) onions, chopped
1 red (bell) pepper, deseeded and chopped
1 medium carrot, peeled and finely diced
1 stick celery, finely chopped
100g (4oz) button mushrooms, sliced
100g (4oz) frozen peas
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley (optional)

Rinse the rice and place in a pan with all the ingredients except the peas. Bring to the boil, cover tightly and simmer over a very low heat for 15 to 20 minutes until the rice is cooked, adding the peas for the last few minutes. Season to taste and stir in the parsley before serving.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Felafels
Creamy Pancetta Chicken
Lamb kebabs

In the Ask Simply Slimming section

Steadily losing but how can I lose weight faster?

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 foe 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 - You Deserve a Treat

2006-05-06T04:53:00.000Z

29th April 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
* You Deserve a Treat

New on my Think Slim Blog this week:
* Lose weight with milk?
* Unnecessary food
* Eating replaces fun

Recipe of the Week:
* One pot chicken

Hi!

We had another pizza night last night. It's no problem for the waistline since I started making my own - plain crust, good homemade tomato sauce, sprinkling of cheese and chopped cooked chicken - one generous slice with a salad and fruit salad to follow. Delicious and nutritious!

How come the ones you order from the take-away are always dripping with grease like they were deep fried? You can just see the calories migrating to your wobbly bits.

Anyway why not try making your own? Pounding the pizza dough is great exercise and you can take all your frustrations out as you knock the pizza base into shape.

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 36 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : You deserve a treat

We often have more food than is good for us because we feel we deserve it after a bad day, a task well done, a week (or day or hour) of doing well with our diet, a trip to the gym ... You name it, we find a hundred ways to treat ourselves with extra food.

But is that kind of treat really what you deserve?

Surely you deserve to treat yourself to the very best healthy food, to nourish your body and to take the best possible care of yourself?

You deserve to be slim, toned and fit - you don't deserve wobbly thighs, clogged arteries, high blood pressure and diabetes.

So what kind of treats do you really deserve?

If you're not hungry, tell yourself you'll wait until you are. Your body deserves to be fed only when it needs food.
If you find you are hungry, reach for the apple, the grapes, the handful of nuts and raisins. Your body deserves that kind of treat so much more than the chocolate bar and chips.
If you're thirsty reach for a glass of cool, refreshing water with a slice of lemon. Doesn't your body deserve that more than the coffee or cola that will hype you up and drain you out?
If you haven't moved all day treat your body to a walk, a cycle, a swim, a stretch or a dance
And if you're tired (and reading this too late in the evening) your body deserves refreshing sleep and not another two hours at your computer!

Start looking at the whole concept of a treat a little differently.

Sometimes it's just how you describe something that counts. If you say to yourself "I'm going to treat my body to climbing the stairs" or "I'm going to treat myself to a really crunchy apple" you feel much more positive about selecting the real treats for your body over junk food and being lazy.

Make the things you choose to eat and do for a treat something your body would choose too (at least most of the time) and feel the new you emerging treat by treat!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand.

Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : One-pot chicken

Cut down on the washing up!

310 calories a serving.

Serves 4

1 tablespoon olive oil
400g (14oz) chicken breast fillets without skin, chopped
1 large onion, peeled and sliced
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
half teaspoon dried thyme
450g (1lb) small new potatoes, scrubbed and halved if necessary
200ml (1/3 pint) chicken stock (broth)
150ml (1/4 pint) dry white wine
125g (4oz) frozen peas

Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and gently fry the garlic, onion and chicken for 5 minutes, stirring frequently and adding a little water if the pan becomes too dry to prevent sticking. Add the stock, wine, thyme and potatoes, bring to the boil and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Add the peas, bring back to the boil and simmer for 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Greek salad
Low calorie 3-cheese lasagne
Beef in red wine

In the Ask Simply Slimming section

Going off the rails at the weekend

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 foe 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 - Avoiding Weight Creep

2006-04-28T18:28:00.000Z

22nd April 2006

Contents

Feature Article:

Avoiding Weight Creep

New on my Think Slim Blog this week:

Hoodia gordonii - Diet breakthrough or not?
The Duvet Diet
The Baby Food Diet
(see http://smallchange.typepad.com/thinkslim/ )

Recipe of the Week:

Pasta Pizzicato

Hi!

Spring has arrived in Edinburgh and all the weeds in the garden along with it. But never mind, all that planting, digging and grass cutting will be good exercise.

We have just laid a new lawn in the front garden (or at least a circle of grass - lawn is a bit of a grand term for it) so we are hoping that we get lots of soft Scottish rain overnight and beautiful sunny days. So far this week the weather has been very kind :)

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 35 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Avoiding Weight Creep

For many of us being overweight is not the result of a bout of serious overeating over a short period (although that happens often enough too). It's the result of a couple of pounds here and couple of pounds there.

All those occasions when you have a little too much over the festive season or on a business trip or vacation soon add up if you never get around to losing the weight you gain.

Or it may be just the result of the pound or two that adults tend to put on every year over the age of 25 simply by eating a tiny little bit too much each day and moving just a tiny bit too little.

The problem with weight creep is that you often don't notice it until one day you catch a horrible sideways view of yourself in a shop window or you find that you suddenly have to buy a size larger in clothing.

So how to you avoid it?

1. Weigh yourself often

Make sure that you weigh yourself at least once a week so that you can see when the pounds start to creep on. I am actually a fan of daily weighing and use an average weight for the week as my measure (as there can easily be daily fluctuations of a pound or two due to the kind of food you ate the day before, fluid retention or hormonal changes).

2. Put on weight? Take it off again!

If you show a weight gain of over 2lbs over your normal weight, do something about it immediately! Start being more careful about what and how much you eat and step up your level of activity until you lose the weight you gained.

3. Make keeping slim a habit

Avoid those little weight gains in the first place by getting into sensible eating habits. Simple things like eating only when you need food and stopping when you're satisfied rather than when you ate so much you have to loosen your waistband go a long way towards avoiding weight creep. So does keeping your body moving throughout the day. Get a pedometer and clock up those steps!

4. Use your clothes

Have at least one all-seasons outfit which shows the bulges if your weight creeps up and try it on or wear it once a week. If it appears to have shrunk in the wash - it hasn't - you have grown. Time to do something about it!

With these strategies you can avoid getting slowly bigger over the years and put a halt to weight creep. After all it's only once you stop gaining weight that you can seriously think about losing it.

First learn to stabilise your weight. And once you are sure you're not gaining any more, you can more easily judge how to reduce your intake and increase your activity just a little bit to steadily lose more weight.

Has your weight crept up lately? Do something about it starting today!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand.

Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Pasta Pizzicato

Easy, tasty and satisfying food. Serve with a green salad.

475 calories a serving.

Serves 4

1 tablespoon sunflower oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2 - 4 red chilli peppers, deseeded and finely chopped
2 sticks celery, finely chopped
400g (14oz) can chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato puree
110g (4oz) chorizo in one piece, diced
300g (11oz) dried pasta shapes

Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and gently fry the garlic, chill and celery for a few minutes. Add the chorizo, the tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer for 15 minutes until the sauce has reduced a little. Season to taste. Meanwhile cook the pasta according to the packet instructions then drain and mix with the spicy sauce. Serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Pea and leek soup
Oriental chicken salad
Sweet Chilli Beef Stir Fry

In the Ask Simply Slimming section

Solve night time overeating

On the forum (All about Attitude section)

Tip Sheet : How to deal with a slip positively

No More Diets - Why You Should Eat Chocolate (and how)

2006-04-22T04:12:00.000Z

15th April 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
* Why You Should Eat Chocolate (and how)

New on my Think Slim Blog this week:
* Dramatic Weight Loss with Yoga?
* Instantly Lose 10lbs
* Three steps to Weight Loss Success?
* TV leads to Junk Food Diet
* Drink Yourself Slim
(see http://smallchange.typepad.com/thinkslim/ )

Recipe of the Week:
* Warm bacon and mushroom salad

Hi!

I loved this notice spotted on a board at my local farm food shop in Edinburgh this week

"The 4 major food groups:-

* Milk Chocolate
* Dark Chocolate
* White Chocolate
* Chocolate Truffles"

With all the chocolate eggs around just now in the shops for Easter, there's an article about chocolate too for this week's ezine.

Happy Easter to those of you who celebrate it and a happy weekend to those of you who don't.

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 34 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Why You Should Eat Chocolate (and how)

Chocolate is the one food many of us crave yet it's full of the bad stuff - fat AND sugar in huge amounts. Now and again there'll be a study saying it's good for you (usually funded by a chocolate manufacturer, funnily enough) but, on balance, chocolate is not the best thing from a nutritional point of view.

So why am I saying you should eat it?

I always say you should eat food you love whether you're trying to lose weight or not and that you should not deprive yourself of anything you truly like. If it's something you pine for, banning chocolate completely simply gives it the power of the forbidden and increases your craving for it.

On the other hand if you stuff down chocolate bars like they are going out of fashion, you're not going to lose weight.

The important thing is to take a long hard look at your habits. If you eat an occasional square of chocolate, then there's no reason to change that. But if you have a HABIT of eating chocolate with every cup of coffee or turning to the vending machine for a Mars Bar every time you feel a bit bored or fed up at work then it's a habit you need to change.

Work on changing your habits so that chocolate is an occasional pleasure not a routine calorie-loaded snack you don't even think about.

And make sure you break any links in your mind between your emotions and chocolate.

Did chocolate ever cheer you up longer than it was in your mouth? No!
Did chocolate ever love you back? No!
Did chocolate ever gave you a hug and wipe your tears away? No!
Did chocolate ever make you laugh? No!

So stop thinking it has the power to do anything at all to your mood! It doesn't - it's just a food choice like any other that you are free to select or reject among the many better and worse food choices available.

There's only one reason to eat chocolate.

You should eat chocolate if you truly like the taste. And you should enjoy it for the pure pleasure of it. Buy the very best chocolate you can afford in tiny quantities and save it for a time when you are ready to appreciate it and give it your full attention. Get every calorie's worth of pleasure out of it (because there are a lot of calories). Make the whole experience worth it.

One of these indulging in chocolate experiences is worth ten times the pleasure of guiltily eating the vending machine chocolate bar so fast it doesn't touch the sides.

Enjoy your chocolate as a occasional special treat, and take away the power you think it has over you.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Warm Bacon and Mushroom Salad

Who knew salad could be so mouth-watering?

180 calories a serving.

Serves 6

2 pitta breads
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons walnut oil
half teaspoon Dijon (French) mustard
6 rashers lean bacon, trimmed and chopped
1 tablespoon sunflower oil
375g (12oz) mixed mushrooms, sliced
Mixed salad leaves

Mix the soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, walnut oil and mustard to form a dressing. Dry fry the bacon until crisp and set aside. Add the sunflower oil to the pan and fry the mushrooms until tender. Meanwhile toast the pitta bread on both sides and cut into small pieces. Add the dressing to the mushrooms and heat through. Toss the bread, bacon and mushroom mixture with the salad leaves and serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

* Chilli Bolognaise
* Pork Stroganoff
* Spinach and Chickpea pilaf

On the Forum (Anything else to share section)

* Take a break movie

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 foe 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 - Inspired to Burn Calories

2006-04-15T07:19:00.000Z

8th April 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Inspired to Burn Calories

Recipe of the Week:
Banana Muffins

Hi!

Although we had a fluttering of winter weather yesterday in Edinburgh, we don't get that much snow at all here. Children learn to ski on the local dry ski slope, and I've been taking my 8 year old son for his first ski lessons there this week.

He has come back from each lesson happy and glowing, having been out in the fresh air for over two hours (and it's pretty fresh on an Edinburgh hillside!) despite falling over a lot and struggling with getting up the hill on the tow contraption. He came back yesterday proudly clutching his level 3 certificate and can't wait to go again.

Anyway, he was my inspiration for this week's article "Inspired to Burn Calories" although burning calories was the last thing on his mind.

What would make you happy and glowing (apart from toasting yourself in front of a log fire)?

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 33 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Inspired to Burn Calories

The very word exercise conjures up fear and dread in many of us. It's a word that we associate with hard work, huffing and puffing and being pretty uncomfortable.

But if you feel like that about exercise, it just means that you haven't found an activity which inspires you yet - an activity which you look forward to rather than dread.

How can you get that magic inspiration which will make you want to move your body?

1. Find the courage to try new activities

There are activities out there that you will love. You just have to find them. But you won't find them by sitting in your armchair, dismissing exercise as "not for you".

Research all the activities you can do in your local area and try them out one by one, starting with the ones which appeal to you the most and those you've never considered trying. Give each one your best shot, get over the initial learning hump and see if it works for you.

Many people whose only exercise was running a mile when they hear the word "gym" have learned to love moving their bodies with fencing, ice-skating, ballroom dancing or horse riding.

2. Find an outcome to be proud of

Sometimes it's not so much the activity which inspires you but the results. You will be more motivated to exercise if you set yourself a target and move towards it bit by bit each week.

Log your activities and progress so that you can see the new you in the making as you get fitter and stronger. Just think how proud you would be if you went from getting out of breath walking for 5 minutes to jogging for 20 or managing a 5 mile hike.

3. Find a cause to believe in

Many charity events have inspired people to physical achievements they would not have thought possible. The charity relying on you and the visibility of your success or failure among your sponsors will help drive you on to succeed. How many walkers or runners would have given up their training if it were not for helping a chosen charity?

Look out for local and national events and get into training to help a good cause, while doing yourself some good too.

4. Find a truly challenging goal

There a some expeditions throughout the world to places you can only dream of which require you to get into good physical shape. Do you think you could be inspired into action, if your end goal was a mountain-climbing holiday in Peru, Sea-Kayaking in the Galapagos or Tracking the Snow Leopard in the Himalayas? These are just some of the thousands of expeditions available out there. What kind of expedition would inspire you? You may just dream of lounging on a beach on a paradise island, and that's fine too. Make it a goal to be in fantastic shape on that beach and get inspired!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Banana Muffins

Healthier than a slice of chocolate cake when you need a treat at just 155 calories a muffin.

Makes 12

2 large ripe bananas
75g (3oz) soft brown sugar
4 tablespoons sunflower oil
1 egg
125 ml (1/4 pint) milk
200g (7oz) self-raising flour

Pre-heat the oven to 190 degrees Centigrade (375F/Gas Mark 5). Mash the banana together with the sugar and oil. Beat the milk with the egg and stir into the banana mixture. Fold in the flour. Spoon into 12 muffin cases or non-stick muffin tins. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and well-risen.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Sweet Pepper Stew
Balsamic Steak
Thai Chicken burgers

On the Forum (Anything else to share section)

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".

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This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - To Count or Not to Count (calories)

2006-04-08T08:55:00.000Z

1st April 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
To Count or Not to Count (calories)

Recipe of the Week:
Chicken Cacciatore

Hi!

I had a request this week to add calorie counts to recipes and as I have been thinking about this for a while I decided that I'd get my trusty calculator out and start giving the calorie counts for everything.

It's not that I advise my clients to count calories - I think it's a bad idea (and you'll see why in this week's article) but sometimes it's quite nice to know that you're not eating too many in one go.

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 32 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : To Count or Not to Count (calories)

You'll find lots of advice around about counting calories to lose weight. And in fact it does seem simple enough to work out how many calories your body needs in a day and then to just eat less than that. You don't even need to change what you eat as long as you keep within your calorie limits.

But if you have ever tried to lose weight in this way, you'll know that it's not as straightforward as all that.

1. All calories are not created equal

A calorie is simply a unit of energy in scientific terms but when you eat, the calories in different food groups (fat, protein and carbohydrate) are processed in different ways by your body with some foods being more likely to be converted to body fat than others.

So if you eat all your calories as fat they are more likely to become actual body fat than those you eat as protein. Now how do you account for that in your calorie counting?

2. Metabolism

Some people use up calories more slowly than others due to a slower metabolism. Generally the differences are so small as to be insignificant with one notable exception.

If you have been through a period of eating too little, your body switches into starvation mode and starts conserving calories and storing as many as it can as fat.

So a person with an average calorie intake can eat more calories than the strict dieter!

This makes it difficult to work out how many calories you need and in fact if you have been eating too little you might do better to start eating a little more and get your metabolism back to normal before trying to lose weight - it will be faster in the end!

3. Not everything comes with a label

It's reasonably straightforward to work out calories if you eat nothing but pre-packaged food or cook with standard ingredients but you will tear your hair out with frustration if you eat out a lot or buy ready prepared foods in delicatessens or bakeries.

4. You will underestimate

Hands up everyone who has ever said that the bit of cake you had on your friend's birthday "must have been about 300 calories" - mmmh - 700 to 800 more like! And that blob of mayonnaise? How big was that blob? Just a teaspoon? I don't think so! If you underestimate calories you can easily overeat and put on weight while thinking you are only eating your calorie quota for the day.

5. Counting is tedious

Despite all the programs around that are supposed to help you calculate the calories in your food, you have to be really dedicated to record everything in the programs and let's face it, life is really too short for that amount of tedious calculation and fretting about exactly how many calories there are in the food you eat.

So should you forget about calories?

Unfortunately if you don't care about calories at all, you do yourself a disservice too. It helps to have a rough idea of the relative calorific values in food so that you can make an informed choice. If you know about calories you can plump for the lower calorie food where it's as easy to make that choice as a higher calorie one.

Knowing about calories also helps you to remember not to pile on the salad dressing and spoil an otherwise low calorie lunch and to think before grabbing a handful of salted peanuts at 6 calories a nut.

So keep a balanced view about calories and don't ignore them altogether.

The best way to lose weight without counting every calorie is to choose food you know to be healthy and realtively low in calories (low in fat, sugar and salt and high in fibre, vitamins and minerals) and to eat just enough of it to satisfy your appetite, eating when you're hungry and stopping when you're full.

Those who are naturally slim don't count calories all day long. They simply respond to their body's needs. So if you want to be slim your whole life long you need to get into the habit of eating in the same way.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Chicken Cacciatore

Serve with brown rice and green vegetables

Serves 4

250 calories per serving

2 tablespoons olive oil
450 g (1lb) chicken breast, chopped, without skin
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
150ml (1/4 pint) white wine
400g (14oz) can chopped tomatoes
12 black olives (without stones)
12 capers

Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and brown the chicken over a high heat. Lower the heat and add the garlic and herbs and cook for a minute or two, then add the wine. After a minute or so add the tomatoes and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring to the boil and simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken has cooked through and the sauce has reduced. Add the olives and capers, heat through for 2 - 3 minutes and serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Roast cod with herb crust
Camembert stuffed mushrooms
Frozen yogurt pots

On the Forum (Anything else to share section)

How can affirmations help?

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 foe 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 - Expecting Weight Loss Miracles?

2006-04-01T05:47:00.000Z

25th March 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Expecting Weight Loss Miracles?

Recipe of the Week:
Pork and Saffron pasta

Hi!

I've been having fun and games with technology this week while Simply Slimming was being moved onto a new server. The site is up and running OK but there are a few last minute bits and pieces I'm hoping to iron out over the weekend - we'll see!

When thing go wrong, what do you reach for? With me, it's chocolate.

As a weight loss coach people sometimes think I am immune to overeating and junk food but I can overeat quite as much as anyone - so I understand the attraction - I just don't get into the habit of it.

Eating chocolate at a particularly low point really doesn't matter except when you start describing every day as crisis or disaster so that you can eat more of it!

Have a calm and happy weekend

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 31 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Expecting Weight Loss Miracles?

When you decide to lose weight do you always expect yourself to perform miracles with a complete change in diet and level of activity overnight (and then get sorely disappointed when you don't make it)?

It's almost impossible for normal human beings to undergo a complete change of lifestyle overnight. It's just not sustainable for most of us.

On the other hand losing weight just doesn't happen at the drop of a hat. It takes some input from you. If you think you can lose weight by

starving one day and making up for it the next (in triplicate)
continuing to eat fried, fatty foods every day
guzzling milk shakes, sugary soda, beer or wine
sitting about all day and driving everywhere in your car
changing very little in your eating habits

then you are bound to be disappointed. There are no easy short-cuts despite the glut of messages from the marketing world pushing the latest diet product or best-seller. If you think any pill, patch or potion you buy from the latest miracle ad pushed through your letter box is going to make a difference without changing your habits then you are wasting your money on empty dreams.

It's not easy to change, certainly not as easy as believing the shiny ad on the latest miracle that comes with the post, designed to make you think you can lose 4lbs a day without trying and all "scientifically proven" and "guaranteed". But it's something you have to do for the sake of your shape and health. Your habits are what got you where you are today so losing weight means changing them!

So how do you go about losing weight?

It's a question of balance between doing too much and doing too little. It means consistently moving towards healthier habits step by step. Don't try to change everything at once and set yourself up for failure but DO make some changes and get used to them and then move on to make more.

And even if you don't quite want to give up pursuing those miracle products or the latest diets, then do yourself a big favour and make some healthy changes anyway even if you just take one small step in the right direction at a time. At least you'll be making some progress!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them more easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Pork and Saffron Pasta

An unusual pasta sauce which is easy to make after work

Serves 4

350g (12oz) dried pasta
6 strands saffron
300ml (half pint) chicken stock (broth)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
6 leaves fresh basil, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh coriander (cilantro) chopped
225g (8oz) minced (ground) pork
1 teaspoon dried chilli flakes
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 teaspoon soy sauce

Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. Meanwhile mix the chicken stock with the saffron. Heat the oil in a pan and gently cook the onion, garlic and herbs until the onion is softened. Add the pork and chilli and stir until the pork is browned then stir in the stock, tomato paste and soy sauce and cook for a few minutes. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve with the pasta.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Quick egg and bacon supper
Sweet and sour chicken
Cheese and sweetcorn chowder

On the Forum (Anything else to share section)

One minute guide to achieving anything

No More Diets - The Very Best Weight Loss Research

2006-03-25T11:26:00.000Z

18th March 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
The Very Best Weight Loss Research

Recipe of the Week:
Bacon and potato wedges

Hi!

Today's article was inspired by some reading I did during the week on whether eating small meals throughout the day actually helps in weight loss.

Despite numerous studies, researchers don't agree with each other yet as they keep getting conflicting results. That's what happens where human nature is concerned - we are all different and don't always act or react in the same way.

And that's where common sense comes in. If eating 5 small meals a day makes you less hungry and consume fewer calories, go for 5 small meals a day! If it makes you pig out and think of food all day long then don't!

Take any research with a pinch of salt. You know your own body and mind better than anyone.

In any case, do what makes sense...

don't let yourself get over hungry
don't eat more than you need to satisfy at any one time (don't leave the table stuffed!)
choose healthier foods over junk

It doesn't need any research to tell me or you that!

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 30 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : The Very Best Weight Loss Research

More statistics come out every week.

This week they'll tell you (again) that low carbohydrate diets are the best for weight loss. Next week another group will have "proven" that six small meals a day are better at losing weight than three large ones. And next month you'll get entirely different data - that it doesn't matter how many meals you have and that low GI diets (or low fat or low sugar) are the way to go.

No wonder you end up confused, looking for the real secrets of weight loss and the magic plan to follow that will guarantee success.

My view?

None of those research results matter that much!

The only thing that matters is what you do or don't do with the basic knowledge you have about healthy eating.

The only research that counts is the research you do on yourself and the experiments you do to find out what works for you.

And I don't mean research into the mechanics of losing weight. We all know the facts - if you eat fewer calories than you use up in your everyday life the pounds will eventually drop off. You've probably got hundreds of tips and tricks of weight loss and knowledge about calories and food already lodged inside your head.

I mean finding out about how you can best apply that knowledge to your own life and circumstances so that you make it a habit.

Because if you're still overweight, you're not doing what you need to do with the knowledge you already have - so you don't need more of it - you just need to find a better way to apply it!

If you still eat the cake even though it's full of calories, fat and sugar and you're not hungry, you don't need more knowledge - you just need to find out how to avoid saying "Yes" to the cake every time it's offered.

If you still put the mayonnaise on your sandwiches and go to the Golden Arches for lunch when you could take a healthy salad to the office then you don't need to know more about low-fat or low-carb. The latest theory is going to do you no good when the basics are still eluding you! Keep it simple!

So the weight loss research you need to do is working out the changes you can make that don't seem too difficult - gradually getting in the habit of living a healthier life until it becomes second nature.

You may make some changes and find that they're not a good fit for you. So try a new experiment but have an open mind about what changes you can make. Try out new foods, new recipes, new routines, new habits and see what works for you.

What healthy changes do you think you could try today? Which ones might you be able to turn into a habit to move yourself gradually towards living a healthier life?

That's the very best research you can pay attention to - your own. Because that's the kind that leads to a better healthier lifestyle and permanent natural weight loss!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Bacon and potato wedges

A Spanish style, simple supper. Serve with a mixed salad.

Serves 4

4 rashers lean bacon
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 finely chopped spring (salad) onions, including the green parts
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
pinch dried thyme -- crushed
4 large eggs, beaten
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Grill or dry fry the bacon until crispy, drain onto kitchen paper (to soak up any excess fat), crumble and set aside. Meanwhile par-boil the potatoes for 3 minutes to soften slightly then drain. Heat the oil in a 20cm (8-inch) frying pan (skillet). Add the potatoes, onions, parsley, thyme and season to taste. Cover tightly then cook over a low heat until the potatoes are just tender (about 10 minutes) stirring gently now and again to prevent sticking. Once the potatoes are cooked (test with a fork) pour the beaten eggs into the pan distributed over the potato mixture. Cover and continue to cook over a very low heat until the egg is set. Cut into wedges and serve hot sprinkled with the bacon pieces.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Tomato, Lentil and Pasta Soup
Low Fat Crème Brûlée
Chinese garlic chicken

On the Forum (Anything else to share section)

Two very different fun movies

No More Diets - Do You Own Every Diet Book out there?

2006-03-18T11:33:00.000Z

11th March 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Do You Own Every Diet Book out there?

Recipe of the Week:
Prawn (Shrimp) Fajitas

Hi!

Last week I told you about the disappearance of my 8-year old son's hamster Speedy who had been missing for a few days. Well, good news - he is alive and well and safely back in his cage. Little devil turned up on Saturday night looking for water I think!

Thank you to every one who offered suggestions - I really do appreciate it. I can't believe how attached I was to this little furry animal :)

It also seems that Speedy has a binging problem - as a half a packet of chocolate Viennese cookies was nibbled away from my pantry overflow under the stairs during his absence - twice his body weight in cookies I should think. I will have to have a chat....

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 29 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Do You Own Every Diet Book out there?

I have shelves piled high with diet books of every shape and description. They are full of theories and plans, food allowances and calorie counts, strategies and tips.

Some of them have a simple message. Others try to complicate things with lots of scientific explanation. There's some truth in all of them but they simply don't work for most of us.

You can read every diet book out there. You can start out full of enthusiasm on yet another new weight loss plan or program every few months. But until you realize that it's not the plan or program that is keeping you from success - but you - you're likely to be still trying every diet under the sun until you give up wanting to lose weight in your nineties.

Now, I don't mean there's anything wrong with you that makes you unable to make these diet plans and programs work. In fact, you are in a tiny minority of people if you do succeed - the select few who have that iron will and determination to stick to a diet until they reach their target weight and beyond.

What I mean is that you're not taking into account that you are a human being and that human beings are creatures of habit.

People like what is familiar and comfortable - it's in our very nature. So to make changes which turn everything that we are used to upside down takes a monumental effort most of don't have the time and energy for. And it's not surprising that we scuttle back to our old ways before too long.

The first two steps to succeed in making any change are awareness and acceptance of the current situation.

You have to understand yourself and what you are capable of and accept that before you can move forward. If you're willing to accept that you're human and that huge sudden changes are unsustainable, you can start to work with that rather than trying to fight your very nature and those characteristics shared by almost all of us!

So, what's it to be? Buying every new diet book out there and trying it out for two weeks or two months? Or making small changes to your habits one by one to move towards the healthy lifestyle that will result in the shape you want?

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make being slim a habit!

If you want to lose weight for good, discover the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll see how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Prawn (Shrimp) Fajitas

You can use frozen prawns for this but you will need to defrost them first. If you have raw prawns, they will need to be shelled and stir fried with the vegetables to ensure they are cooked through.

Serves 4

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
350g (12oz) cooked peeled prawns (shrimp)
few drops Tabasco sauce or few red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 onion, peeled and sliced
1 red (bell) pepper, deseeded and sliced into strips
1 green (bell) pepper, deseeded and sliced into strips
flour tortillas, low fat sour cream and salsa to serve

Heat the oil in a wok and stir fry the vegetables and garlic until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. Add the Tabasco or red pepper flakes. Stir in the prawns (shrimp) and heat through. Place the prawn and vegetable mixture into flour tortillas, add a little sour cream and salsa and wrap. Serve with a mixed salad.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Sesame steak
French lentil salad
Baked almond chicken

On the Forum (Anything else to share section)

Love your goals

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 foe 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 - How Much Do You Want to Lose Weight?

2006-03-11T05:38:00.000Z

4th March 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
How Much Do You Want to Lose Weight?

Recipe of the Week:
Lentil and Sweet Potato Curry

Hi!

It's been a traumatic week here in Edinburgh! My 8-year old son's hamster Speedy went missing on Tuesday night. No sign of him at all for 2 nights and we feared he must have got out of the house somehow and was at the mercy of cats, foxes and the freezing cold temperatures we have had this week.

And then yesterday one of the piles of food we've been leaving out for him disappeared so we think he must be here somewhere. But where and how do we get him back in his cage?

If anyone knows how to find a hamster who has gone AWOL - I (and my little boy) will be eternally grateful.... Please email me if you know at janice@simplyslimming.com

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 28 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : How much do you want to lose weight?

Losing weight seems to be a very common goal. More than half the population in the western world say they want to lose weight at any one time.

But do they really want it?

Or is losing weight one of those things that we would all like to do if it was easy but just can't be bothered with if it takes any effort at all?

Is it like wanting to be rich, where we are happy to buy a lottery ticket ("It might just come up") every week but are not prepared to work our tails off to achieve any real wealth?

How much do you want to lose weight? Do you want it enough to change your habits?

Or are you waiting for a magic cure which will allow you to eat and eat and eat your usual sweet, fatty or junky snacks without any of those calories landing anywhere near your tummy or thighs.

It just isn't going to happen unless you make some changes yourself! It doesn't have to be a supreme superhuman effort but you do have to do something! Nothing happens without action.

Dabbling with a diet every other week only to give up when you're offered a piece of chocolate cake isn't going to do it. And even an hour long session at the gym every day for three weeks isn't going to do it either.

Making consistent small changes to your habits one by one until you are living a healthier lifestyle is the only way to lose weight and keep it off permanently without going on and off diets for the rest of your life.

But do you want to lose weight enough to make those small changes? Only you know if you are willing to take enough action to succeed or are one of those who will be forever wishing and thinking they'd like to lose weight but not getting anywhere.

Decide to be one of those who really will lose weight - and start making those changes today!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you want to make 2006 the year you lose weight for good, learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Lentil and Sweet Potato Curry

Serve with a salad and rice or naan bread if required.

Serves 4

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
450g (1lb) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
1 green chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
half teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground coriander
400g (14oz) can green lentils
225g (8oz) cooked potato chunks
300ml (half pint) vegetable stock

Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and add the sweet potato chunks, stir-frying until they start to turn golden brown. Add the onion and stir fry to soften for a minute or two then add the garlic, chilli and all the spices. Cook for a minute stirring continuously. Add the lentils, potatoes and half the stock. Season to taste and simmer for 20 minutes adding more stock as required if the mixture gets too dry.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Spaghetti with clams
Garlic, pea and potato soup
Oriental Salad Dressing

On the Forum (Anything else to share section)

Getting to where you want to be

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 foe 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 - Freedom to Choose

2006-03-04T06:57:00.000Z

25th February 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Freedom to choose

Recipe of the Week:
Vegetable Pasta Bake

Hi!

I finally got to see "Memoirs of a Geisha" this week at my local cinema. By now they are down to screening it in a tiny room with only about 30 seats. The smaller screen didn't detract from the beautiful cinematography though. And for some reason no one seemed to be nibbling popcorn, slurping cola or rustling wrappers through the film - or maybe it's just that the other films I've seen recently were more geared towards kids.

Do you automatically buy something to eat or drink when you go to the cinema or theatre? A good habit to change especially if you go regularly. If the film is good enough to bother seeing, you won't even notice what you're eating

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 27 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Freedom to choose

If you've struggled with your weight for a while you probably have a distorted sense of freedom about what you can eat. Your head will be full of rules about what you should or shouldn't touch and what you must or mustn't do.

It's as if every food item comes attached with a label of "OK to eat - it's good" or "Forbidden - it's wicked" and has a corresponding desirability - with naturally the most wicked foods being the most desirable.

And when you have these rules you can either comply or rebel - and you probably end up doing a mixture of both. If you're like most dieters, you have "good days" when you comply with your ideas about what you ought to eat and then you have not such good days when you eat everything that you feel you shouldn't - and in some quantity. Or you start off well during the day following your self-imposed rules only to break free and head for the cookie jar in the evening.

But until food becomes a choice and not a rule you will never become naturally slim. You will always hanker after what you think you can't have.

The naturally slim eat less yet deny themselves nothing. They don't overeat at every meal (although they may do this sometimes - generally when they're out with you!) They simply eat what they need and want, no more, no less about 95% of the time.

If they want some chocolate, they have chocolate without turning a hair. And because they can have more whenever they want - it's not a big deal to stop when they've had enough. They don't feel the need to eat as much as possible while they have the opportunity.

The naturally slim don't eat a square or two of chocolate, think they shouldn't have had it and then eat the whole bar to make themselves feel better. Or think because they've broken their diet they might as well give up for the day. It's just a bit of chocolate to them, no different from other food choices.

Do you see how the dieting mindset works against you and keeps you prisoner?

Once you grasp the idea 100% that you are absolutely free to choose you don't go mad (despite any fears you may have) and eat the cupboards empty. With a little knowledge about the fundamentals of nutrition (which you probably have from years of dieting anyway) you are able to tell the difference between a good food choice or a bad one. Yet when you have the freedom to choose suddenly the bad choices just don't seem quite so attractive any more.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you want to make 2006 the year you lose weight for good, learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Vegetable Pasta Bake

An easy supper. Serve with a simple green salad

Serves 4

Olive oil spray
85g (3oz) macaroni
1 medium leek, chopped
85g (3oz) frozen or canned sweetcorn
85g (3oz) frozen peas
1 red (bell) pepper (capiscum), deseeded and chopped
2 large eggs
150 ml (1/4 pint) semi-skimmed milk
pinch dried thyme
50g (2oz) mature Cheddar cheese, grated
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Centigrade (375F/Gas Mark 5). Spray an oven proof dish with oil. Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions adding the vegetables for the last 2 to 3 minutes of the cooking time. Drain and arrange in the prepared dish. Beat the eggs with the milk. Stir in the thyme and cheese and pour over the pasta in the dish. Sprinkle with the Parmesan. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until set and golden.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Pork and black beans with Noodles
Mushroom and Potato melange
Smoky Fishburgers

On the Forum (Healthy Eating TIps section)

The Simplest Weight Loss Tips No One Follows

No More Diets - Your only Goal - Losing Weight?

2006-02-25T08:11:00.000Z

18th February 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Your only Goal - Losing Weight?

Recipe of the Week:
Turkey Burgers

Hi!

I've been watching "Through Hell and High Water" on TV while doing my stepping and rebounding every morning this week - the story of a couple of guys who rowed a race single-handedly 3000 miles across the Atlantic in a 24ft wooden boat. Along the way they suffered capsize, lack of water and food and being cut off from all communication with the outside world at various points.

Watching them row hard for two months in a continual shift system of 2 hours on, 2 hours off, day and night made the exercise seem like a piece of cake this week.

Also one way of losing weight - these guys needed to eat a staggering 10,000 calories a day just to maintain body weight! Imagine the fun you could have with that if every meal did not have to be reconstituted with boiled, desalinated seawater!

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 26 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Your only Goal - Losing Weight?

When losing weight is your main focus in choosing what to eat you set yourself up for a cycle of failure.

How can I say that as a weight loss coach, when my clients obviously have losing weight as their goal? Surely it helps if they are focused and dedicated?

The problem with too much focus on your weight is that:-

When you've lost the weight your motivation to eat less disappears and you end up putting all the weight back on again. You set yourself up for a never-ending cycle of yo-yo dieting.
You care only about calories and the effect of food on your weight and not about nutrition. Result - less weight but poor health - and sometimes a craving for the nutrients your body lacks.
You see food as guilt-inducing and not life-enhancing. The pleasure of a wonderful meal is spoiled by thoughts that you shouldn't be eating it.
You see only the figure on the scales without caring what kind of weight you are losing. If you lose lean tissue as well as fat you are ageing your body and reducing your metabolism - making it easier to put on fat in future.
Inevitable weight loss fluctuations and plateaus attack your motivation and can send you right off course.
As you're not making a healthy lean lifestyle a habit, you're just tackling the problem of your weight as if it was a one-off situation. You're dealing with a symptom and not the root cause. Once you've lost the weight, you'll still have the problem.

Of course you want to lose weight - or you wouldn't be reading this. But don't just make it your goal to lose a number of pounds. Focus too on changing your habits and creating a healthy lifestyle when you're following any weight loss program you'll serve yourself much better. You'll lose weight and keep it off for the rest of your life and you'll also FEEL great forever as well.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you want to make 2006 the year you lose weight for good, learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Turkey Burgers

Turkey mince is lower in fat than regular beef mince (ground beef). Serve in a crusty roll (if you're not doing the low carbs thing) and with a side salad.

Makes 4 large or 8 small burgers

450g (1lb) turkey mince
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato paste
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon chilli sauce
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Mix the mince thoroughly with the tomato paste to allow the flavours to combine. Heat the oil and gently cook the onions and garlic together with the chilli sauce. Once the onion has softened (about 5 minutes) add to the turkey mixture, mix together and allow to cool. Stir in the parsley, egg and soy sauce and form into 4 to 8 burgers. Grill (broil) for about 10 to 12 minutes turning once during cooking or cook in a hot oven 200 degrees Centigrade (400 F/Gas Mark 6) for about 20 minutes. Ensure burgers are cooked through before serving.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Bacon and Potato Dahl
Zabaglione with summer fruits
Mediterranean Mashed potatoes

Ask Simply Slimming Section

What to do after a bad day

No More Diets - Denial or Choice

2006-02-18T05:16:00.000Z

11th February 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Denial or Choice

Recipe of the Week:
Chicken Noodle Stir Fry

Hi!

We had a family pizza and TV night last night - an indoor picnic. Good fun and not too unhealthy. I made the pizza bases and topped them with homemade tomato sauce and low fat cheese and chicken. And we had fruit and vegetable sticks to munch on as well - it's amazing how well they go down if you serve them while the pizza is cooking!

Granted, double cheese stuffed crust with all the fattening toppings may be tastier (I know, I love it too!) but it will add inches to your waistline and clog your arteries over time.

You've just got to find ways to have fun and enjoy your food without killing yourself slowly but surely in the process.... it doesn't have to be tofu, lentils and beans all the way (although they can be great too if you have the right recipes). Eat what you love but find healthier ways to cook it.

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. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 25 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Denial or Choice

There are lots of things you know you're better off without when you're trying to lose weight such as sugar, cakes, cookies, pies, pastry and chocolate to name but a few. And every traditional diet has it's list of foods you're not supposed to eat.

Although I think it's better (if you can stop yourself eating once you start) not to deny yourself those foods you love but to eat them in moderation, (an occasional treat rather than a part of your everyday diet), you can help yourself by approaching healthy eating with the right attitude.

Just by saying to yourself "I can't have that. I'm on a diet" is is enough to make you crave a forbidden food more than ever and as often as not you will have to have some. It's like giving "don't touch" rules to a small child. It just makes the object of desire even more interesting and attractive.

But if you take a different approach and say to yourself "I'm choosing healthy food today and I choose not to eat that because I know it won't do me any good at all" then you feel better about the whole situation. You are an adult making adult choices and taking responsibility for what you decide to put in your mouth. You're not following some arbitrary rules designed to make you miserable, you're doing something positive for your health, for yourself.

In the same way don't tell yourself "I've got to go to the gym". Approach exercise with that same "I've decided to do this for myself" attitude. And choose activities which you enjoy. If you hate the gym, don't go - there are lots of fun activities which will help you get fit and slim without so much as setting foot in a gym.

Don't see your weight loss program as a necessary evil. See it purely as a set of guidelines taking you to where you CHOOSE to be - healthy, fit, slim, active - whatever you want for your life and your health.

Make your choices, feel good about making them and you'll succeed without so much struggle.

It's a small shift in attitude but a very powerful one.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you want to make 2006 the year you lose weight for good, learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Chicken Noodle Stir Fry

This is a very quick supper to whizz up after work. You could use any lean meat or seafood in place of the chicken if you like. And vary the veggies to match those you like too. Vegetarians could leave out the chicken and replace with tofu or 50g (2oz) cashew nuts.

Serves 4

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
225g (8oz) chicken strips
2.5 cm (1") fresh ginger, peeled and grated or very finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
125g (4oz) frozen peas
375g (12oz) broccoli, in small florets
300ml (1/2 pint) chicken or vegetable stock (broth)
1-2 tablespoons soy sauce
225g (8oz) egg noodles

Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions (usually about 4 minutes in boiling water) adding the broccoli florets for the last 2 minutes of cooking time. Drain and reserve. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wok and fry the chicken strips until cooked through. Add the ginger and garlic and fry for one more minute then add the peas, stock and soy sauce. Add the broccoli and noodles and heat through until the broccoli is cooked but still firm. Serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Lamb tabbouleh
Pasta with capers and olives
Spanish Omelette

Ask Simply Slimming Section

Best Low fat yogurt
How can I stop nibbling while cooking?

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 foe 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 - The Power of Now

2006-02-10T16:06:00.000Z

4th February 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
The Power of Now

Recipe of the Week:
Easy Jambalaya

Hi!

I've been watching a show on TV most mornings this week - BBC's "How to Live Longer" - great motivation as you see someone improve their diet, exercise, smoking, drinking and stressful habits and cut years off their biological age within a period of 6 weeks. Highly addictive viewing but as I've been using the show to accompany a step routine I feel like I'm joining in the age-defying miracle....

There's also a great quiz to accompany the series where you can find how long you can expect to live. Read the details (and find out my life expectancy) on my blog at

http://smallchange.typepad.com/thinkslim

Live long, have fun

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 24 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Power of Now

We all know we should be living healthier lives - after all we're bombarded with information every day telling us so even if we can't yet see the evidence of poor habits in our own bodies and state of health.

But somehow it's always easier to leave it until later.

There's time enough for that, we think, in the spring, or once we've had our birthday, or after the dinner party, or cruise or business trip. At the very least we'll wait until the weekend is over and start on Monday.

But you know what happens, there is always another occasion to eat too much, another celebration, another festive season, another restaurant meal, another busy social weekend and our plans to get slim and healthy get postponed again.

The fact is the only time to start eating healthily, moving more and losing weight is now and the sooner you start the sooner you'll look good and feel great.

The longer you wait the harder it is - you're not getting slimmer or fitter or healthier by waiting - you're getting more and more overweight, less and less fit and healthy. If you had started changing your habits this time last year you could be looking at a vibrant, healthy version of you. You could be feeling proud and full of vitality, fit, strong, healthy and in great shape.

Will you still be saying the same thing next year (looking and feeling worse) or will you do something about it now?

You don't have to make it hard on yourself. Change your habits one by one. Make healthier choices. Eat just what you need and no more. Drink more water and less alcohol and sugary soda. Move a little more. Sit about a little less.

Great things happen with the smallest changes in the right direction. It makes you feel good. It creates the momentum you need to make permanent changes.

If you wish you had changed your habits last year and never had to diet any more, start now and make those changes you know you need to make.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you want to make 2006 the year you lose weight for good, learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Easy Jambalaya

Jambalaya is usually quite heavy on calories as it often contains high fat red meat such as spicy sausage or chorizo. This version uses a small amount of cooked chicken instead. If you only have uncooked chicken you can add it with the vegetables at the start of the recipe and make sure it's cooked through. If you like hot and spicy food or prefer things a little milder, you can adjust the amount and strength of the chillies to suit your taste - generally the smallest chillies are the hottest.

Serves 4

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, peeled and sliced
1 green (bell) pepper, deseeded and chopped
1 red (bell) pepper, deseeded and chopped
125g (4oz) cooked chicken
1 teaspoon paprika
2 red chillies, deseeded and chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped
300g (10oz) uncooked basmati rice
900ml (1.5 pints) vegetable stock (broth)
400g (14oz) can chopped tomatoes
175g (6oz) cooked peeled prawns (shrimp) - thawed if frozen

Heat the oil in a large pan and gently fry the onions and peppers until soft, stirring frequently to avoid sticking. Add the paprika, chillies and garlic and continue to cook for a minute then stir in the rice. Add the stock and the tomatoes, bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is cooked. (If the mixture becomes too dry at any point before the rice is cooked add a little water or stock.) Add the cooked chicken and prawns and stir to heat through. Serve immediately with a green salad.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Prepare ahead Breakfast
Very Low calorie Balsamic Dressing
Easy Sweetcorn Soup

On the Forum

Easy Meal Planning (Healthy Eating section)

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 foe 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 - Just Desserts

2006-02-03T12:18:00.000Z

28th January 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Just Desserts

Recipe of the Week:
Pasta Amatriciana

Hi!

I had a houseful of guests on Monday when I was hostess for a Pampered Chef kitchen party, having agreed to do it when I went to one myself last year.

I must have lost a couple of pounds running around borrowing furniture and trying to fit 18 chairs into my lounge (a tight squeeze), delivering invitations, serving drinks, getting my house in a fit state and then putting it all back together again! No gym exercise required!

Now the kitchen things everyone ordered have arrived and so I'll deliver them this weekend which should keep me busy out and about too.

I ordered one of those tools which grates, slices and makes vegetables sticks so I'm hoping this will help me make more adventurous salads - we'll see!

This week's article is all about dessert - the downfall of many a diet but there are strategies you can use even if you don't want to give up dessert....let me know what you think

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 23 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Just Desserts

Desserts are almost always a calorie (or 500) too far. When you eat (as I teach) just enough of your delicious healthy main course to feel satisfied but not stuffed, desserts simply mean that you are going beyond satisfaction into the territory of overeating. Those extra desserts are not getting your tummy used to feeling just right after a meal.

Quite often desserts are simply a habit and one you can do well to change.

If you eat just an apple too much every day after dinner, a mere 50 calories, you will put on over 5lbs of fat over a year and of course most desserts are in the 400 plus calories range for a normal portion and often many more. If you eat an average of 300 calories in dessert every day which is probably on the low side if you are a dessert fan you're talking about over 30lbs of fat on your body every year just from dessert!

But what if you love desserts, can you never enjoy them again if you want to lose weight and stay slim for good?

Of course, you don't have to give up desserts altogether. It's what you do day in day out that counts in terms of losing weight and keeping it off. The occasional treat (and I stress occasional) is not going to matter.

Try the following strategies to help out if you're a fan of dessert.

1. Make it special

If you don't have dessert every day, it makes those meals where you do indulge a special treat. By reserving dessert for truly special occasions - birthdays, festivals, the day you get promoted you get to truly appreciate it.

2. Cut down gradually

If you're used to having dessert every day you may feel a bit deprived to start with if you don't. Start by swapping your desserts for lower-calorie foods such as low fat yogurt or fruit and then gradually cut them out altogether for everyday eating.

3. Reduce main course portion sizes

If you are going to eat dessert, serve a smaller portion of your main course. Unless you are eating fruit as dessert this is not a great idea on a permanent basis because it means that you are replacing highly nutritious food with a high-fat, high-sugar indulgence, but it works for special occasions and when you are getting used to not eating dessert at every meal.

4. Just 3 bites

If you must have dessert, say you're out at a restaurant and the desserts are to die for, order one and enjoy just 3 bites of it. Eat it very slowly, enjoy every moment and feel pleased to leave the rest on the plate rather than on your hips. Share with a friend if you like!

5. Lighten your meal

If you want to indulge for any particular meal, have dessert but have it after a very light nutritious main meal such as a soup or salad.

6. Just dessert

You won't get malnourished if you very occasionally have just a dessert for your meal! If you love apple pie and custard or chocolate gateau, skip the nourishing main course and just have what you want. You can make up for it with lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, lean protein and whole grains in your other meals that day.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you want to make 2006 the year you lose weight for good, learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Pasta Amatriciana

Serves 2

An easy supper when you're pushed for time.

175 g (6oz) dried penne pasta (or whatever shapes you have)
400g (14oz) tin chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
100g (4oz) pancetta or lean smoked dry-cured bacon, chopped
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
5 sage leaves, finely chopped or a pinch of dried sage
half a small glass of red wine
50g (2oz) Parmesan, freshly grated
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Heat the oil in a pan and fry the bacon until crisp, then add the onions and sage leaves and fry until they start to turn brown. Add the wine and tomatoes and mash down the tomato pulp a little. Season to taste. Simmer the sauce gently. Meanwhile cook the pasta according to the packet instructions, drain and toss with the tomato and bacon sauce and half the Parmesan. Serve with the remainder of the Parmesan at the table and a mixed side salad.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Mediterranean bake
Smoked cheddar bread
Red Onion Soup

On the Forum

Meal Planning (Healthy Eating section)
Make it count! (anything Else to Share section)

No More Diets - When you Feel like Quitting

2006-01-26T06:35:00.000Z

21st January 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
When you Feel like Quitting

Recipe of the Week:
Multigrain Bread

Hi!

Still going strong with those resolutions to lose weight? Starting to waver? If you have got this far then you deserve to feel good about yourself because most of the population have slumped back into their old habits by now.

When we feel like quitting something, it can go one way or the other depending on our thought processes. This week's article is designed to get your thoughts going in the right direction when you're considering giving up ....

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 22 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : When you Feel like Quitting

As the saying goes "Quitters never win and winners never quit!" but sometimes it's hard to keep going when you can't see the light at the end of the tunnel and you know there's a long road ahead.

If you're wavering in your latest weight loss goal, ask yourself these questions before you throw in the towel. If you are able to step back and understand what is going on, it will help you to adapt your approach a little, and then get back on track with renewed enthusiasm.

So ask yourself:-

Why do I want to lose weight? What will achieving my aims give me?
How will I feel if I quit?
Am I always quitting before I reach my goal? Why?
How will I feel if I succeed?
What is making this so hard?
What have I been doing (or not doing) to make this more difficult or less successful?
What's working ok?
What do I need to change?
What do I need to learn?
What strategies could I use to get back on track?
How can I adapt this to make it work for me?
How could I get more support?
What will help me keep going?
What will I achieve by quitting?
What would I do then?

The fact is you can achieve anything you want if you keep going. So if you want to lose weight, just don't quit - adapt whatever you're doing, try a new plan, just don't quit and you'll get there. You can do this! You really can!

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you want to make 2006 the year you lose weight for good, learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Multigrain Bread

Makes 1 loaf

375g (13oz) plain flour
100g (3.5 oz) oat flakes
150g (5 oz) wholewheat flour
150g (5 oz) bran
5 tablespoons sunflower seeds
5 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons sugar
1 sachet (20g) instant yeast
5 teaspoons sunflower oil
250ml (8 fl. oz) lukewarm milk
a little lukewarm water

Grease a 22cm (8") deep cake tin. Mix the dry ingredients together then add the oil and milk and stir with a wooden spoon. Add lukewarm water a little at a time and mix until a firm dough forms. Place the dough into the tin, cover and leave in a warm place until the dough has doubled in volume. Bake in a hot oven (pre-heated to 180 degrees Centigrade (350F/Gas Mark 4) ) until done (about 40 minutes).

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Artichoke and Cumin Dip
Sicilian Chicken
Blackberry Ice Cream

On the Forum

A free course to help you feel good (Anything else to share section)

No More Diets - Easy and Fun

2006-01-19T06:30:00.000Z

14th January 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Easy and Fun

Recipe of the Week:
Stroganoff

Hi!

The weather is so windy and cold just now in Scotland I just want to curl up in front of the fire with a good book and the last of the Christmas chocolates.

I'm a real fair weather exerciser when it comes to doing anything outdoors - which limits the options a bit in a cold climate. But I have been doing a bit of exercise at home instead this winter and it's been great. It's not quite the same as a walk in the surrounding hills for scenery but it's definitely warmer!

See this week's article if you want to avoid the great outdoors just now too.

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 21 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com Should keep you busy for a while!

Feature Article : Easy and Fun

Of course it's great to get out in the fresh air for a walk or jog. There's nothing like being in the great outdoors to make you feel good. But what happens if it's winter and you don't like the cold, you have to wait in for a delivery or and you have a sick child to look after?

One answer is to exercise right in the comfort of your own home. You can do this whatever level of fitness you have and you don't need to follow anything like a formal program - in fact it's more fun if you don't.

There are loads of videos and DVDs around you can use - every celebrity on earth must have brought one out this January, judging by the local video shop - but it's hard to find one at just the right level without spending a fortune and working through them until you find one that's right for you. And then if you follow the same one too often boredom can set in very quickly.

I have found an answer this winter in the TV listings. Every day choose a show you like that is on for at least as long as you want to exercise and simply move however you want while you view! You can do anything you're like - you're only limited by your imagination and the equipment you own.

The most effective exercises are often the most straightforward (I wish video producers would learn from this with their over-complicated "need an age to learn this" routines). And you don't get bored if you have something good to watch at the same time. You just have to be careful that you don't get too engrossed in the TV and bump into the furniture or fall over or something.

This winter I have used a rebounder and a step for 30 minutes each while watching the soaps. I have walked briskly around the room and skipped for alternate minutes while catching up with the news. I have danced and jogged around as the fancy took me with "You Are What You Eat". I have used all kinds of movements picked up from various classes and videos over the years and it has been a PLEASURE to do it. In fact it's a great excuse to "waste time watching TV" without any guilt whatsoever.

You do have to push yourself a little if you want to improve your fitness but no matter how much effort you put in, you will be using some calories and doing yourself some good (as long as your doc says exercise is fine for you).

Why not give it a go? Next time there's something you want to watch, even if you really think you should be getting on with something else, turn your viewing into an exercise session and enjoy your TV show.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you want to make 2006 the year you lose weight for good, learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight with the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching program which helps you think and act like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by 8 weekly modules and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Stroganoff

This can be made purely with mushrooms for a vegetarian version - use 1lb mixed mushrooms in total. Serve with rice and salad.

Serves 4 (easily halved for 2!)

350g (12oz) lean fillet steak, in thin strips
25g (1oz) butter
2 onions, peeled and finely sliced
100g (4oz) sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons brandy
150 ml (1/4 pint) low fat creme fraiche

Heat the butter in a non-stick pan and fry the onions and mushrooms gently until the onions are soft. Add the steak and stir fry for 3 or 4 minutes until just cooked through. Add the brandy and carefully ignite shaking the pan gently to avoid the contents sticking until the flames subside. Stir in the creme fraiche and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat through until the sauce has thickened and serve immediately.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Chicken and Ham Chowder
Peach yogurt brulee
Potato Parcels

On the Forum

If It's Not Food Don't Eat It (Health Eating Tips section)
Sweetsheils is doing well - come join her and report your weight loss progress on the forum!

No More Diets - Singular Success Method

2006-01-12T16:15:00.000Z

7th January 2006

Contents

Feature Article:
Singular Success Method

Recipe of the Week:
Easy Noodle Supper

Special offers :
2 for 1 Diet Exit Plan

Hi!

Dieting fever has hit us again as it does every January. There are loads of new books being published and adverts everywhere you turn from all the big weight loss companies.

But will you be in the same position next year thinking about all the weight you have to lose or will you actually do something about it this year? Did you follow the diet books you bought last year or keep going to the gym or attending the class? Did you lose weight only to put it right back on again? What will you do that will be different this year?

You know the definition of insanity don't you? Keep doing the same thing and expecting different results!

This week's article has a new approach for you to try - let me know how you get on.

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 20 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com Should keep you busy for a while!

Feature Article : Singular Success Method

If you have tried those weight loss programs where you have to keep to a strict eating plan and follow a particular exercise regime you may have found it a bit of a struggle to keep going.

Chances are you gave up after a few weeks or even a few days. When we start out full of enthusiasm it's difficult to see the sheer effort that it will take to keep going when the novelty has worn off, it's a wet Tuesday In February and we're just plain tired of it all.

Some people do manage to makeover their lives overnight. It's fantastic if you have the willpower and determination to achieve this but most of us can't handle that much disruption to our lives all at once. We are already struggling to keep up with all we have to do each day.

So what do you do if you know your willpower is likely to give up on you when the going gets tough?

Try the Singular Success Method!

This involves changing your life one habit at a time. You decide which habits you want to adopt and you work on them one by one, integrating them into your life until they feel quite natural.

Once you're happy that you can take on something else, you add that into the mix and you keep adding new habits only at the rate you can handle them. In this way you can transform your life over the course of a few weeks or months without the hugely stressful sudden overhaul in your lifestyle.

You may find you're happy to tackle two habits at once - one where you concentrate on your intake of food or drink and another where you concentrate on moving a bit more and that will make the process faster. You just have to make sure you take on only what you can handle at any one time - given all you have going on in your life.

And the best thing of all about this method? You achieve success after success and that brings its own momentum - you're not constantly left feeling like a failure for not keeping up an impossibly ambitious change in your lifestyle.

Copyright 2006, Janice Elizabeth Small

If you want to learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight take a look at the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching programme which helps you start thinking and acting like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get all the support and encouragement you need to succeed too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by an 8-week coaching program and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

For the next few days we have a 2 for 1 offer too - see below this week's recipe.

Recipe of the week : Easy Noodle Supper

This recipe takes just 20 minutes so it's great when you're hungry after work! If you're in a real hurry use ready prepared stir fry veg from the supermarket to cut the preparation time even more.

Serves 4 (easily halved for 2!)

450g (1lb) minced turkey or lean beef
100g (4oz) dried noodles
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2cm (1") piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 carrots, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
100g (4oz) mushrooms, wiped and sliced
1 red (bell) pepper, deseeded and sliced
175g (6oz) small broccoli florets
6 spring onions, chopped

Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions, drain, mix with the soy sauce and set aside. Meanwhile dry fry the mince in a wok with the garlic and ginger until it starts to brown then add the carrot, mushrooms, pepper and broccoli. Stir fry for about 3 minutes until the mince is cooked and the vegetables are cooked but still crisp (adding a little water if the mixture becomes too dry). Add the spring onions and noodles and stir fry for a minute until everything is heated through. Serve immediately.

Special Subscriber Offer : 2 for 1 Diet Exit Plan

If you purchase the Diet Exit Plan on or before the 9th January you will be able to take advantage of our current two for the price of one offer. You can either share the cost with a friend so that both of you get the plan and all the bonuses (including 3 months membership of the Simply Slimming online Slimming Club and coaching) for just £23.50 each (about $43) or you can choose 6 months membership along with your plan instead of sharing with a friend.

To take advantage of this offer simply purchase the plan once at the usual £47 price at http://www.SimplySlimming.com and send a copy of your receipt to admin @ simplyslimming.com on or before 9th January (any time zone) with an indication of the offer you'd like. We'll let you know how to activate a second account for your friend or we'll set up your extended membership.

Special Offer Coaching : Last Chance - Offer closes 11th January

Make 2006 Your Year!

If you think you would like to make 2006 the year that you lose weight for good, why not make sure you succeed by treating yourself to the personal encouragement and support that makes all the difference.

I have set aside a limited number of personal coaching slots at a greatly reduced rate for those of you who would like to start in January and give yourself the best gift ever - a slim and healthy shape.

You'll get four 1-2-1 telephone coaching sessions to kick start your success for just £99 - half the normal cost - and you'll also receive my "Diet Exit Plan" program and 3 months membership to the Simply Slimming online slimming club (currently priced at £47) as a bonus giving you a whole three months coaching support.

Be good to you and treat yourself to a new body in the new year with this one-off opportunity to get off the diet treadmill forever.

For more details see

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Spicy Carrot and Potato Soup
Chicken Alfredo
Lamb Cassoulet

On the Forum

Make 2006 your year - 18 page downloadable workbook (Anything Else to Share section)

No More Diets - Lose Weight with the One Resolution You Can Keep

2006-01-06T15:24:00.000Z

31st December 2005

Contents

Feature Article:
Lose Weight with the One Resolution You Can Keep

Recipe of the Week:
French Bread Pizza

Special offers :
2 for 1 Diet Exit Plan

Hi!

As 2005 draws to a close my home city (Edinburgh in Scotland) gets ready for one of its biggest parties of the year with fireworks on all 7 of the surrounding hills and a huge street party with music and celebrations all over the middle of town.

There's so much going on here all year round - but it is pretty special on New Year's Eve. I'm sure there will be a lot of sore heads and broken resolutions by tomorrow - same as every New Year.

I always avoid making promises to myself that start at midnight on 31st. There's nothing that can't wait until January 2nd or 6th or 14th ....

But if you are going to make a resolution to lose weight tonight (or on the 2nd, 6th or 14th) why not make it an easy one to keep? If you want to make a change that will make all the difference to your weight then this week's article is for you.

Hope 2005 finishes on a high note for you too - and you're ready to make 2006 the best year yet

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 19 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Lose Weight with the One Resolution You Can Keep

Will you make another resolution this year to follow a strict diet and exercise routine? And will it have you feeling like a failure in a couple of weeks when you can't keep it up?

Why not make one you can keep this year? Start with something you know you can do, which needs no special equipment and which you can do anywhere. This is something which is so powerful, so simple it will serve you all your life. I call it a "Power Pause" because it means using a moment to regain power over your decisions about what and when you eat.

To make the "Power Pause" part of your life ask yourself just 3 questions before you eat anything

Am I physically hungry right now or could I wait?
How will I feel after I have eaten this?
Is there a better choice?

The Power Pause is a tool you can use whenever you're faced with food. You can use it before you buy food in a restaurant or shop. And you can use it before you open the fridge or freezer, before you reach into the cupboard for a snack, before you have a second cookie. You can even use it during a meal to help you think about whether you have eaten enough. Use it to remind yourself to stop eating whether or not there is food left on your plate or on the table. It simply helps you avoid eating when you're not hungry.

We all tend to eat food without thinking. We see food, we eat it. We get offered food, we accept it. We pass a burger bar. We suddenly feel "hungry", go in and order. We anesthetize our minds with food when we're upset. We hardly notice the food going in.

And eating food without needing it is the primary cause of our weight problems. We eat and eat without thinking whether we're hungry right now, whether that food is the best choice we can make for our bodies and our health. We eat without thinking about our desire to look good on the beach this year, to do something about our threatening health problems, to feel good about ourselves.

But what does it take to pause for a moment before you make a decision to put food in your mouth, to think twice before you add those calories to your hips? A few seconds at most! Certainly less time than you will spend regretting your bout of over-eating.

You may not succeed in stopping yourself every time especially at the beginning of using this tool - so don't look for perfection from yourself - look for progress. Keep going because it will eventually become second nature - a habit for the rest of your life - one which will help you stay slim forever.

Copyright 2005, Janice Elizabeth Small

Of course there are many more habits than the one in this month's article which make the difference between success and failure at weight loss and if you want to learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight take a look at the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching programme which helps you start thinking and acting like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get fantastic support and encouragement too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by an 8-week coaching program and help from our weight loss coach is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages about building, automating and planning your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

For the next few days we have a 2 for 1 offer too - see below this week's recipe.

Recipe of the week : French Bread Pizza

Serve with lots of salad. You could replace the ham with chicken or cooked bacon (or cooked mushrooms for a vegetarian version)

Serves 2 - 4 (depending on your appetite and the size of the baguettes!)

2 mini baguettes
50g (2oz) low-fat mozzarella, grated or diced
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
4 slices ham, chopped
2 tomatoes, deseeded and chopped
few fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 egg, beaten

Pre-heat the oven to it's highest setting. Cut the baguettes in half lengthwise and scoop out the soft insides then chop the bread you take out (or use a food processor) to make rough crumbs. Mix the egg with the cheese, ham, tomatoes and basil, then stir in the crumbs and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Use the mixture to refill the bread. Bake for about 10 minutes until the filling is cooked and golden brown.

Special Subscriber Offer : 2 for 1 Diet Exit Plan

If you purchase the Diet Exit Plan on or before the 9th January you will be able to take advantage of our current two for the price of one offer. You can either share the cost with a friend so that both of you get the plan and all the bonuses (including 3 months membership of the Simply Slimming online Slimming Club and coaching) for just £23.50 each (about $43) or you can choose 6 months membership along with your plan instead of sharing with a friend.

To take advantage of this offer simply purchase the plan once at the usual £47 price and send a copy of your receipt to admin @ simplyslimming.com on or before 9th January (any time zone) with an indication of the offer you'd like. We'll let you know how to activate a second account for your friend or we'll set up your extended membership.

Special Offer : Last few days - Make 2006 Your Year

If you think you would like to make 2006 the year that you lose weight for good, why not make sure you succeed by treating yourself to the personal encouragement and support that makes all the difference.

I have set aside a limited number of personal coaching slots at a greatly reduced rate for those of you who would like to start in January and give yourself the best gift ever - a slim and healthy shape.

You'll get four 1-2-1 telephone coaching sessions to kick start your success for just £99 - half the normal cost - and you'll also receive my "Diet Exit Plan" program and 3 months membership to the Simply Slimming online slimming club (currently priced at £47) as a bonus giving you a whole three months coaching support.

Be good to you and treat yourself to a new body in the new year with this one-off opportunity to get off the diet treadmill forever.

For more details see

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Sweet Chilli Chicken
Creamy Nut Korma
Mediterranean Fish Soup

On the Forum

Increase your Motivation with future email (All about Attitude section)
Something to make you smile every morning? (Anything else to Share section)

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".

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No More Diets - 30 Baby Steps to Success

2005-12-30T08:45:00.000Z

24th December 2005

Contents

Feature Article:
30 Baby Steps to Success

Recipe of the Week:
Chocolate Banana delight

Special offer :
New you in 2006?

Hi!

I love this time of the year - the time between finishing the Christmas shopping and Christmas Day. There's no reason to rush around the crowded shops any more and I can just potter around preparing to welcome guests on the day itself without caring what the weather is doing outside. (This is Scotland so its cold and damp).

This may be the last Christmas that my 8 year old son will believe (or pretend to believe - not sure which) in Santa so this year feels quite special. Quite amazed that his older brother has been so good at keeping it quiet!

Have a fantastic week and a very Merry Christmas (or a great holiday if you don't celebrate it)

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 18 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : 30 Baby Steps to Success

You can blame your genes, your upbringing or your family but actually being overweight is down to only one thing - your habits. Do you recognise some of the following in your lifestyle?

You eat fast food more than once a week
You can't stop eating chocolate
You often feel uncomfortable after meals
You eat dessert after dinner whether you need it or not
You love fried food and you eat it regularly
You always put butter, margarine or mayonnaise on your sandwiches
You add sugar to tea or coffee
You drink lots of fizzy drinks such as cola, lemonade etc
You eat a lot of cheese
You constantly nibble all day
You skip breakfast and are starving by 10:30
You eat when you get fed up, bored or lonely
You can't say "No" when food is offered
You don't like exercise
You take your car everywhere
You have a desk job
You regularly drink alcohol
You nibble while watching TV
You eat erratically - you're either starving or binging
You eat out a lot and make the most of all the food on offer
You have lots of milky drinks or creamy food.
You love fries with everything
You have a sweet tooth and you indulge it
You eat a lot of processed meat like hamburgers, sausages and fatty meats from the deli
You don't know how to cook delicious healthy meals
You don't eat vegetables
You eat a lot of white bread, rice or pasta
You forget to plan meals and send out for takeaway
You often eat pizza or pies
You read about losing weight but you don't take action

How many have you ticked? More than a handful?

The more you ticked the harder it is to succeed on the kind of diet which demands a major life transformation. It takes iron will to suddenly become a paragon of virtue overnight.

But all is not lost. There is a way to succeed no matter how many habits you currently have which are keeping you overweight.

Take just one habit at a time and work on that until you have replaced it with a new healthy habit. For example, if you eat a lot of one particularly unhealthy food (say, sugar or chocolate or fries) cut down gradually and replace it with a healthier alternative. If you take no exercise, gradually start to move more during the day.

Taking the gradual approach may not fit in with the grand schemes you have for altering your body overnight, but it will work, it will be permanent and you will be able to do it without turning your life upside down.

Copyright 2005, Janice Elizabeth Small

If you want to make 2006 the year you finally get in shape, have a look at my half-price 1-2-1 coaching offer. Give yourself the best gift of all - a healthier. slimmer you! More details after this week's recipe or click below

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

Of course there are many more habits than those in this months article which make the difference between success and failure at weight loss but if you want to learn the 24 keys to permanently losing weight take a look at the Diet Exit Plan. This is an online coaching programme which helps you start thinking and acting like the slim person you are inside. You'll learn how to take on those slim habits and slot them easily into your life.

You get fantastic support and encouragement too. The Diet Exit Plan manual is accompanied by an 8-week coaching program and help from our weight loss coaches is always on hand. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages on how to build, automate and plan your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Chocolate Banana delight

Worth having a light dinner to save room for this easy dessert.

Serves 4

3 tablespoons corn flour
1.5 tablespoons cocoa powder
1.5 tablespoons sugar
425 ml (3/4 pint) semi-skimmed milk

Slices of banana (2 or 3 bananas) to serve.

Mix the flour, cocoa powder and sugar with 2 tablespoons of the milk to form a smooth paste. Warm the remaining milk in a pan and just before it boils stir in the cocoa mixture. Continue to stir until the mixture boils then reduce the heat and allow the sauce to simmer for about 30 seconds still continuing to stir. Check for sweetness and add more sugar if required. Put banana slices into 4 dishes, pour the sauce over the bananas and serve immediately.

Special Offer : New You in 2006

If you think you would like to make 2006 the year that you lose weight for good, why not make sure you succeed by treating yourself to the personal encouragement and support that makes all the difference.

I have set aside a limited number of personal coaching slots at a greatly reduced rate for those of you who would like to start in January and give yourself the best gift ever - a slim and healthy shape.

You'll get four 1-2-1 telephone coaching sessions to kick start your success for just £99 - half the normal cost - and you'll also receive my "Diet Exit Plan" program and 3 months membership to the Simply Slimming online slimming club (currently priced at £47) as a bonus giving you a whole three months coaching support.

Be good to you and treat yourself to a new body in the new year with this one-off opportunity to get off the diet treadmill forever.

For more details see

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

Gift for You : Christmas without piling on the pounds

In case you missed this, here's another chance to download this special report I put together just for my subscribers

"How to have a Great Christmas without Piling on the Pounds"

It's full of tips and strategies for dealing with the whole festive period (including how to cope with the stress which has you clutching for the nearest chocolate bar). You can subscribe at http://www.SimplySlimming.com/Christmas and you'll also receive the "No More Diets" ezine and "How to Lose weight without dieting" special report too.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Sweet Potato and Onion soup
Hungarian Chicken
Tomato and Red Bean Curry

On the Forum

Finish Strong (Anything else to Add section)
"Can't" becomes "How Can I?" (Attitude section)

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" or sign up at http://www.SimplySlimming.com/Christmas if you'd also like the Christmas report.

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Copyright 2005, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - Prepare to Lose Weight

2005-12-23T11:26:00.000Z

17th December 2005

Contents

Feature Article:
Prepare to Lose Weight

Recipe of the Week:
Spicy Kung Po Chicken

Special offer :
New you in 2006?

Hi!

Have you noticed how there is food everywhere just now and extra tempting food at that? Yes we're in the thick of the silly eating and drinking season. It's all very festive until you get to January and face the damage.

I know most of you won't want to be starting a weight loss program right now, so I'll just make a quiet plea that you enjoy your food more by selecting what you really love, eating it slowly and not stuffing yourself until you feel ill. There - damage limitation lecture over!

(By the way, if you haven't downloaded your 24 page report about getting through the festive season without gaining weight you'll find the download link below.)

But, even if this is not the right time for you to start losing weight, it's a great time to make plans for 2006, so this week's feature article is all about getting yourself ready to lose weight.

Have a fantastic week,

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

P.S. If you've missed any issues of this ezine, you can find all 17 of them on the No More Diets back issues blog at http://nomoredietsezine.blogspot.com

Feature Article : Prepare to Succeed at Losing Weight

"Right, that's it, I'm starting a diet on Monday!"

How often have you said that to yourself? And how many times have you decided that this year will be the one you finally lose weight?

Do you know what goes wrong when you start a new regime full of enthusiasm only to ditch it within a few days or weeks?

One reason might be that you aren't mentally and physically prepared to make it happen. You have the best possible chance to succeed only by preparing yourself properly.

Good preparation means:-

1. Knowing your target

What do you actually want to achieve? How much weight do you want to lose and by when? Check that your target is realistic by aiming for no more than 1 to 2lbs a week on average.

2. Choosing a strategy

How will you lose that weight? A vague notion of eating less will not get you there. Choose a system to follow that fits in with your lifestyle and preferences or plan your own system from the knowledge and experience you have of what works best for you.

3. Making Plans

Decide what actions you need to take to be ready to follow your chosen system on day one. What do you need to buy? What do you need to find out? Who do you need to talk to to get support?

Write your plans down so that you can check the actions off as you complete them and then start taking those actions. If you need to look for recipes or shop for special foods, do that now. If you have decided to join a gym, visit and join and have your introductory session. If you need walking shoes or a tennis racquet get it now.

4. Building your Personal Motivational tools

Taking action to prepare yourself will put you in the right frame of mind to start your weight loss program when you intend to. Of course, it gets harder as you go along. Motivation dwindles for many people very quickly without regular input.

While your motivation is still high, write down a list of all the reasons you have for wanting to lose weight - a list you can refer to again and again if the going gets tough later on.

Also spend some time thinking about how you will look and feel and how your life will be when you succeed. Write down a full description as a second motivational booster for when you need it.

5. Committing to make it happen

By going through the planning stage you will become aware of the effort involved in losing weight. Are you prepared to commit to the changes you will need to make and the actions you'll need to take? Are you willing to do what it takes to achieve the benefits?

Many people start a weight loss program or diet without thinking this through.

If you're not prepared to follow your chosen strategy there's no point in starting. You're setting yourself up for failure and another blow to your self-esteem.

But if you know what you are planning to do, you're fully aware of what's involved and you're willing to give it time and energy and to make it a priority in your life you WILL succeed. So think it all through, consider the pros and cons and decide whether you're prepared to make those changes before you begin.

Copyright 2005, Janice Elizabeth Small

If you want to make 2006 the year you finally get in shape, have a look at my half-price 1-2-1 coaching offer. Give yourself the best gift of all - a healthier. slimmer you! More details after this week's recipe or click below

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

Or you may want to treat yourself to the Diet Exit Plan which gives you the 24 key habits that automate your weight loss and shows you how to slot them easily into your life. You get fantastic support and encouragement too with the accompanying 8-week coaching program including personal access to our weight loss coaches. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages on how to build, automate and plan your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Spicy Kung Po Chicken

Nice and quick for this busy time of year. Serve with rice or noodles. If you can't get hold of the bamboo shoots or water chestnuts, you can use mushrooms or other finely sliced vegetables instead.

Serves 4

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 red chillis, deseeded and sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
450g (1lb) chicken breast, cut into 1cm (1/2") pieces
Few drops Tabasco sauce
50g (2oz) sliced bamboo shoots, from a can
50g (2oz) sliced water chestnuts, from a can
1 tablespoon dry sherry
100ml (1/5 pint) chicken stock
1 teaspoon cornflour
50g (2oz) cashew nuts or peanuts
2 spring onions, chopped

Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok and fry the chillis and garlic for a few seconds. Add the chicken and stir fry for 2 minutes, then add the bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, sherry, stock and a couple of drops of Tabasco. Bring to the boil and simmer for one minute. Mix the cornflour with a spoonful of water in a cup and add to the chicken mixture. Stir until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through. Add the cashew nuts or peanuts and the spring onions, heat through and serve.

Special Offer : New You in 2006

If you think you would like to make 2006 the year that you lose weight for good, why not make sure you succeed by treating yourself to the personal encouragement and support that makes all the difference.

I have set aside a limited number of personal coaching slots at a greatly reduced rate for those of you who would like to start in January and give yourself the best gift ever - a slim and healthy shape.

You'll get four 1-2-1 telephone coaching sessions to kick start your success for just £99 - half the normal cost - and you'll also receive my "Diet Exit Plan" program and 3 months membership to the Simply Slimming online slimming club (currently priced at £47) as a bonus giving you a whole three months coaching support.

Be good to you and treat yourself to a new body in the new year with this one-off opportunity to get off the diet treadmill forever.

For more details see

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

Gift for You : Christmas without piling on the pounds

In case you missed this, here's another chance to download this special report I put together just for my subscribers

"How to have a Great Christmas without Piling on the Pounds"

It's full of tips and strategies for dealing with the whole festive period (including how to cope with the stress which has you clutching for the nearest chocolate bar). You can get the download link by subscribing at http://www.SimplySlimming.com/Christmas and you'll also receive the "No More Diets" ezine and "How to Lose weight without dieting" special report.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Inside-out Brie Burgers
Baked Apple
Warm Tuna and White Bean salad

In the Articles section

An Easy Way to Change How You Feel
Should you Eat Less Now To Pig Out Later?

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" or sign up at http://www.SimplySlimming.com/Christmas if you'd also like the Christmas report.

Legal and admin

Copyright 2005, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - Flex your Commitment Muscles!

2005-12-17T06:08:00.000Z

10th December 2005

Contents

Feature Article:
Flex your Commitment Muscles!

Recipe of the Week:
Beef and Bacon Country stew

Special offer :
New you in 2006?

Hi!

I've still got quite a bit to do before Christmas. Despite my special report (see below if you haven't picked up your free copy yet) I'm not a super-organised paragon of virtue. But I suppose I'm not getting in a panic either because I know, if I really had to, I could do all I still have to do in a day or so of concentrated effort.

If you still have loads to do for the festive season try making yourself a list and doing a bit each day rather than reaching for the chocolate in a state of overwhelm and denial.

This week enjoy flexing your commitment muscles (see the feature article) at all those parties and have a great time without wrecking your weight loss plans.....

Have a fantastic week, be good

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

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

Feature Article : Flex your Commitment Muscles!

Have you really committed yourself to losing weight?

The hardest step to doing anything is making the commitment to do it in the first place. And by that I mean a true commitment, knowing that you are going to do this thing no matter what happens, that nothing can deter you from your path.

Once you've made a true commitment nothing will stop you. You may have setbacks and delays but you'll just pick yourself up and get going towards your goal again.

The problem with losing weight is that most of the time we have a wish rather than a commitment. We wish we could wave a magic wand and be transformed without actually having to do anything about it. And so we carry on being vaguely dissatisfied with our lot, dabbling with every diet under the sun, making the odd half-hearted attempt but not really achieving any permanent change.

Have you experienced the power of an "I am going to do this thing and nothing is going to stop me" decision? Don't you think it would make a difference? Of course, it would! You can change the course of your life in an instant with the power of a decision.

But maybe you're not ready to make that kind of commitment. Maybe your situation is not so bad, your weight not affecting your life so much that you're ready to make the switch. How can you use the power of commitment then?

You'll feel the benefit if you flex your commitment muscles for just one day or just one meal at a time.

Tell yourself how much you are committed to eating healthily today, for this one meal. And do it! Or commit to walking for 10 minutes today and carry out your promise to yourself.

Once you see that you can change the course of one day with the strength of your commitment, you'll realise that you can do it over and over. And that taste of success will help motivate you to continue making more commitments to yourself.

If losing weight looks like a long haul, take it in tiny steps. Get into the habit of making small commitments to yourself every day, and as your ability to keep promises to yourself grows you'll see your body change before your eyes.

What will you commit to doing today?

Copyright 2005, Janice Elizabeth Small

If you want to make 2006 the year you finally get in shape, have a look at my half-price 1-2-1 coaching offer. Give yourself the best gift of all - a healthier. slimmer you! More details after this week's recipe or click below

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

Or you may want to treat yourself to the Diet Exit Plan which gives you the 24 key habits that automate your weight loss and shows you how to slot them easily into your life. You get fantastic support and encouragement too with the accompanying 8-week coaching program including personal access to our weight loss coaches. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages on how to build, automate and plan your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Beef and Bacon Country Stew

Delicious easy stew. Even my kids wanted seconds, which is saying something!

Serves 4

Olive oil spray plus two teaspoons oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 rashers bacon
450g (1lb) stewing beef cut into 2cm (1") in chunks
1 bay leaf
3 carrots, peeled and cut into thick slices
2 tablespoons flour
150 ml (quarter pint) red wine
250 ml (half pint) vegetable stock
1 tablespoon redcurrant jelly

Spray a flameproof casserole with oil and fry the onions and bacon gently until the bacon is cooked and the onions are soft but not brown. Put the bacon and onions on a plate and set aside. Place the flour in a shallow bowl and coat the beef chunks lightly with the flour. Add two teaspoons oil to the casserole and brown the beef over a moderate heat for a few minutes stirring it to ensure the flour doesn't stick. Add the onions, bacon and then the stock, red currant jelly and wine stirring to create a thick sauce. Pop in the bay leaf and carrots and bring back to boiling point. At this point you can either place in a pre-heated slow cooker for the day and have your dinner ready and waiting when you come home from work hours later or (if you're at home) cook slowly in a pre-heated oven at 140 degrees Centigrade (275 F/Gas Mark 1) for 2 - 2.5 hours until the meat is tender. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice and peas (removing the bay leaf before serving).

Special Offer : New You in 2006

If you think you would like to make 2006 the year that you lose weight for good, why not make sure you succeed by treating yourself to the personal encouragement and support that makes all the difference.

I have set aside a limited number of personal coaching slots at a greatly reduced rate for those of you who would like to start in January and give yourself the best gift ever - a slim and healthy shape.

You'll get four 1-2-1 telephone coaching sessions to kick start your success for just £99 - half the normal cost - and you'll also receive my "Diet Exit Plan" program and 3 months membership to the Simply Slimming online slimming club (currently priced at £47) as a bonus giving you a whole three months coaching support.

Be good to you and treat yourself to a new body in the new year with this one-off opportunity to get off the diet treadmill forever.

For more details see

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

Gift for You : Christmas without piling on the pounds

In case you missed this, here's another chance to download this special report I put together just for my subscribers

"How to have a Great Christmas without Piling on the Pounds"

It's full of tips and strategies for dealing with the whole festive period (including how to cope with the stress which has you clutching for the nearest chocolate bar). You can subscribe at http://www.SimplySlimming.com/Christmas and you'll also receive the "No More Diets" ezine and "How to Lose weight without dieting" special report too.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Seafood Risotto
Garlic Chicken pasta
Banana and carrot cake

In the Ask Simply Slimming section

How to flatten a flabby tummy
Kid's teatime tricks

On the Forum

Don't Eat With Your Emotions (Healthy Eating section)

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" or sign up at http://www.SimplySlimming.com/Christmas if you'd also like the Christmas report.

Legal and admin

Copyright 2005, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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 - What Gift will you Give Yourself?

2005-12-09T16:25:00.000Z

3rd December 2005

Hi!

The festive season has started in earnest now it's December with 3 parties coming up for me this week: a pot-luck supper with the mum's from my son's class, my husband's company Christmas dinner dance and a neighbour's drinks party.

No doubt I will overeat a bit - yes, I do that too! And like everyone else I don't have any magic genes that let me get away with it.

What happens is that I have got into the habit of eating healthily without thinking about it most of the time so that the odd occasion doesn't matter.

Now three times in one week is more than "the odd occasion" so I won't go absolutely mad at any of the parties, but I WILL enjoy them. I'll choose exactly what I want to eat and eat just enough of it to feel I've had a treat and I'll not bother with the food (and drinks) I can live without.

If you've got lots of parties coming up try that too and see how it works for you.

Have a great weekend and a fantastic week.

Love

Janice Elizabeth
Personal Weight Loss coach

http://www.SimplySlimming.com

"The friendliest place to lose weight on the web"

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

Feature Article : What Gift will you Give Yourself?

What gift will you give yourself this December?

You choose!

You can drop all pretense of trying to lose weight and let yourself go for the whole month, making the most of every opportunity to wolf down more calories. Or you can carry on eating when you're hungry, stopping when you're full, making the best of the food choices available to you - even at parties. And you can eat extra healthily on the days when there's really nothing special happening.

You can give up exercise for the month and slump down on the sofa every night watching your waistline expand. Or you can keep active (even if you don't have time for your usual routine) by putting lots of energy into your preparations, keeping moving as you go about your day and fitting in 10 minutes of exercise (a walk, a stair climb, a few stretches) here and there.

You can get completely frazzled trying to have the perfect family party leaving everything until the last minute and set yourself up for a huge amount of stress and comfort eating. Or you can spend just a few minutes each day on preparations and drop your fixation with making things 100% perfect.

You can make yourself sad and depressed by comparing your family party with the ones portrayed in the media or you can just decide to enjoy it, knowing that the media parties are the figment of the producer's and the designer's imagination (and were shot in August).

You can spend all your energy and time finding great gifts for everyone else and set yourself up for disappointment by just hoping something nice comes your way. Or you can make sure that you have something you really want this year, by dropping hints, asking directly (some people would love to know - it takes the pressure off!) or even just buying whatever it is you want and wrapping up the perfect gift just for yourself.

So you choose what kind of December to have. You can come out of it frazzled, overweight and disappointed or happy that you've enjoyed the break and haven't done too much damage to your waistline. Which will it be this year? I hope you choose wisely, give yourself the gift of a great December and have a fantastic time.

(If you want a whole mountain of tips about having a great Christmas without gaining weight download my free 24 page guide (see below)).

Copyright 2005, Janice Elizabeth Small

If you want to make 2006 the year you finally get in shape, have a look at my half-price 1-2-1 coaching offer. Give yourself the best gift of all - a healthier. slimmer you! More details after this week's recipe or click below

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

Or you may want to treat yourself to the Diet Exit Plan which gives you the 24 key habits that automate your weight loss and shows you how to slot them easily into your life. You get fantastic support and encouragement too with the accompanying 8-week coaching program including personal access to our weight loss coaches. Not only that, we've also included 3-months membership of the Simply Slimming online slimming club with DAILY motivational messages on how to build, automate and plan your success, plus articles, recipes and tools. All for a single payment of just £47 (about $87). See it all at http://www.SimplySlimming.com

Recipe of the week : Frittata Mexicana

Serve with salsa and a mixed salad for lunch or supper.

Serves 3 - 4

1 medium onion, finely chopped
half a red pepper (bell pepper for those from the US), deseeded and finely chopped
6 eggs
6 tablespoons milk
half teaspoon chilli powder
pinch dried oregano
1 can sweetcorn, drained
25g (1 oz) low-fat cheddar cheese
olive oil spray

Spray a frying pan (skillet) with oil and cook the onion and peppers slowly, stirring often until softened. Beat the eggs together with the milk, oregano and chilli powder and pour over the onion and pepper mixture then immediately stir in the corn kernels. Cook over a medium heat without stirring for about 4 minutes until the eggs are set and browning around the edges, occasionally lifting the edges with a spatula so that any uncooked egg can flow to the bottom. Transfer to a heat-proof dish (or leave in pan if that is oven-proof) sprinkle with cheese and grill (broil) for a few minutes until the cheese has turned golden brown. Serve immediately.

Special Offer : New You in 2006

If you think you would like to make 2006 the year that you lose weight for good, why not make sure you succeed by treating yourself to the personal encouragement and support that makes all the difference.

I have set aside a limited number of personal coaching slots at a greatly reduced rate for those of you who would like to start in January and give yourself the best gift ever - a slim and healthy shape.

You'll get four 1-2-1 telephone coaching sessions to kick start your success for just £99 - half the normal cost - and you'll also receive my "Diet Exit Plan" program and 3 months membership to the Simply Slimming online slimming club (currently priced at £47) as a bonus giving you a whole three months coaching support.

Be good to you and treat yourself to a new body in the new year with this one-off opportunity to get off the diet treadmill forever.

For more details see

http://www.weight-loss-motivation-program.com/coachingoffer.html

Gift for You : Christmas without piling on the pounds

In case you missed this, here's another chance to download this special report I put together just for my subscribers

"How to have a Great Christmas without Piling on the Pounds"

It's full of tips and strategies for dealing with the whole festive period (including how to cope with the stress which has you clutching for the nearest chocolate bar). You can subscribe at http://www.SimplySlimming.com/Christmas and you'll also receive the "No More Diets" ezine and "How to Lose weight without dieting" special report too.

New on the members' site this week

In the Recipes section

Low-fat chocolate muffins
Cheesy Potato Rosti
Honey Mustard chicken

On the Forum

How to Reduce or Eliminate Stress in 10 Minutes a Day (Anything else to add section)
"Just say no" ain't enough to avoid holiday weight gain (Healthy Eating section)
Time: Do You Spend or Invest It? (Anything else to Add section)

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" or sign up at http://www.SimplySlimming.com/Christmas if you'd also like the Christmas report.

Legal and admin

Copyright 2005, J. Small All Rights Reserved.

This newsletter provides information for general purposes only and is not intended as a substitute foe 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.