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MY YEARS AS A FOOD ADDICT

I was a heavy eater by the time I was 5 years old, only it was called a "healthy appetite" in those days, and they called me cute and chubby. By the time I was 18 I was a compulsive overeater. At 5'6", my weight ranged between 125 to 149, but only because I spent part of almost every month on some diet or another. I must have gained and lost more than 500 pounds on various crash diets before I turned 40.I could eat 3 half gallons of ice cream a week and 3 candy bars at the movies. At my favorite Oriental buffet I would start with 6 egg rolls and fill my plate (and myself) so much that the owners lost money. No matter what diet I tried, I dreamed of my next “fix”… boxes of cookies, bags of potato chips or maybe a whole pizza.I’ve always been an upbeat person with a good marriage, two children, and close friends, but on my 40th birthday I was feeling depressed. I took a walk on the beach and realized that my compulsive eating had to stop. I decided that I wanted peace more than pizza and vowed to put my extensive dieting knowledge to work. I re-read all of my material on the subject and designed a way of eating that would satisfy me and finally curb my appetite. My determination paid off in spades and changed my life. The numbers on the scale remained below 130 and before I knew it, I was helping curious friends and neighbors. That was the beginning of a long and exciting career founding and directing Diet Masters, teaching dieting classes and low calorie cooking and even self publishing 6 dieting books. Best of all, my weight has been stable between 124 and 129 for 39 years while I eat food that I enjoy.

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Tuesday, January 10, 2012

RESTAURANT MEALS HINTS AND IDEAS (how to save calories)

At all meals: always order butter, sauces, and gravies on the side and ask for your food to be cooked with very little butter or oil whenever possible.  Also order small portions if they are on the menu. Have them give you containers to bring home leftovers. Don't double starch at lunch or dinner (keep in mind that a large roll or potato is a double starch).  If rich desserts such as pies or cakes go with the meal they can be a temptation. Don't order them.  If fruits are not available, a small amount of Jell-O, sherbert or frozen yogurt would be a good choice. Never order any salad platter* or sandwiches that are mixed with mayonnaise, such as tuna or chicken.  If sandwiches are large, eat half. If you order French toast..ask for them to be prepared with very little oil or butter.  If they serve 6 half slices, share with a friend or ask for 4. Order your toast to have the butter on the side and use a very scant amount.

*note ALL TOSSED SALADS SHOULD HAVE THE DRESSING ON THE SIDE. Do not  pour the dressing on the salad..Dip your empty fork into the dressing and save hundreds of calories.
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  1. BobbieJanuary 13, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    I have been using your tips for years, and despite eating out frequently and enjoying it, my weight remains stabile. Not too many years ago, to-go boxes and "dressing on the side" were unusual requests, and special requests to the servers were uncommon...now they are happy to oblige.

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    1. DietMasterApril 20, 2012 at 3:21 PM

      Hi Bobbie,
      Pleased that my tips have helped. A part of your comment put a grin on my face..Things have changed through the years especially when I look in the mirror. The Diet Lady

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