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May 31

Long-Term Weight Loss – WebMD

You want to lose weight and keep it off for good. These five strategies will help you do just that.

Most people trying to lose weight only focus on their ultimate goal: dropping pounds. But it's important not to lose sight of the diet and exercise changes that will get you there.

Choose two or three diet and exercise goals at a time that you are willing to take on. And make sure they are specific and realistic.

For example, "exercise more" is a wonderful goal, but it's not specific. "Walk 5 miles every day" is specific and measurable. But is it realistic if you're just starting out?

"Walk 30 minutes every day" is better, but what happens if work or weather interferes? "Walk 30 minutes for 5 days each week" is specific and realistic.

Are there situations that make you want to eat more? Start noticing them. For example, you may learn that you're more likely to overeat while you're bored or stressed.

Then figure out ways to get around those triggers. Do something else to soothe your stress, for instance.

Also, you might want to put treats away. You're more likely to eat them if they're visible and easy to get to.

That's right: You should feel full. But how you do that might surprise you.

It's mostly about time: 15 minutes, to be specific. You need at least that much time to feel full. So eat slower, giving your brain enough time to notice that you've eaten.

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