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Weekly Tips - Archive

February 2010

Kathryn - Kingswood NSW

Our kids are our future so we need to instill good habits now. I encourage good habits in my 4 yr old daughter by letting her help make dinner. She is more likely to eat her vegies if i let her help peel/prepare them as this gives her a sense of achievement. I also name vegies after her to get her to eat them. eg, i call parsnips 'Karina carrrots' and beans 'Karina beans'. She likes to eat them because they are 'hers'. Simple things are often the most effective.

Sage - Noosa Heads QLD

Whatever you eat, your taste will attune too, however there is always a transition between "the unhealthy tongue" and the "healthy tongue". The most amazing of all, having a healthy tongue.... You will begin to notice how awful unhealthy foods truely are.

Shannon - Coffs Harbour NSW

when vaccuming the floor do squats, a little extra movement is better then none at all.

Karlie - Granville NSW

I have a mental list of little tasks I need to or enjoy doing, then when I have a craving do one of them instead. Not only am I getting healthier, my apartment is finally getting cleaned. Bonus.

Jude - Port Macquarie NSW

I always try to go to bed feeling slightly hungry, because you don't need energy to sleep.

Tate Wicks - Mussy NSW

i often engage in physical activities such as jump rope, it seems to release my spirit so i can continue the day with a good solid work ethic.

Dianne - South Brisbane QLD

When you reach for an extra serve of food, ask yourself "Do I really need this food to keep me alive until my next meal?" The answer is always 'no'.

Helen Meng - Croydon NSW

Everyday you should: Be happy (say 'hello' to ten people) Be active (half hour exercise) Have a healthy diet (eating two fruit and five vegetable)

Charity - Wentworthville NSW

Eat only when you are hungry. Do not eat just because you have nothing to do.Foods with high sugar make you crave for more. Wean yourself from sugar and you will be surprised how much longer you stay without feeling hungry.

Mary - Newtown NSW

Sometimes thirst is often mistaken for hunger. If you have just eaten, and perhaps you are still hungry, drink a glass of water and see if it makes any difference. If not than snack on something healthy like an apple or vita-weets

Dewdee - Picton NSW

W............E..........T Water - drink 2 litres daily Exercise - at least 30 minutes daily Track - select all healthy food and write it down in a journal

Tosh - Rochedale South QLD

Keep up your protein and eat regularly to reduce the cravings for sugar. Also drink water if you feel hungry in between meals as you are probably thirsty not hungry.

Josie - Woodford NSW

Believe in yourself and your ability to achieve the desired results. Remember that you do deserve the healthy and happy lifestyle that you desire. If you remember this then you will succeed.

steph - mcdowall QLD

instead of crash dieting try cutting 250cals from your daily intake and burn 250cals from exercise daily to lose 1/2kg a week. better to lose weight slowly and keep it off rather than crash dieting and putting the weight back on plus more.

Lusiana - Kensington NSW

When starting out for the first time, don't overdo things. If you don't have 30 minutes to spare, 10-minute-exercise, short walks or doing extra chores are better than nothing at all. Don't follow fad or extreme diets. Eat slowly and enjoy each mouthful. From time to time, it's ok to treat yourself to a small slice of chocolate cake.

Simone - Rhodes NSW

I went shopping to a large mall and barely managed to get parking at a long distance. The walk to the mall and then an even bigger walk inside it made me realise how easily I was tired. I now park farther away from mall entrances and go for 10 minute power walks to build my strength.

Anita - Wagga Wagga NSW

Take your lunch and snacks to work so that you can keep an eye on what you are eating - and save money. It also means there's more time to go for a walk after eating your lunch.

Lisa - Wollongong NSW

When dining out always ask for a jug of water to be placed on the table and aim to drink at least 2 glasses prior to ordering your meal, you will feel fuller and will be less likely to order something heavy.

julie - petrie terrace QLD

We have hummus made and frozen ready in small containers in the freezer. They defrost easily and can be snacked upon while cooking dinner accompanied with a portion of vegetables ie carrot or cucumber.