>> Avoid obsession with body weight
>> Physical activity is most important factor in weight control
>> Avoid high fat foods & increase consumption of complex carbohydrates
>> Avoid volume eating
>> Don’t “super-size” your meals
>> Set realistic goals and lose no more than 1-2 lb/wk Make gradual lifestyle changes
>> Avoid diet pills
>> Avoid diets very low in calories
>> Avoid meal skipping, fasting, & restrictive dieting. Form a buddy system or join a support group
>> Accept yourself! A positive image begins inside
>> Drink 3- 4 liters of water per day
>> Avoid alcohol consumption and restrict it to just 3-4 pegs a week
>> Exercise regularly or at least 300 – 500 minutes per week
>> Use only 3 tsp oil per day per person or just ½ kg per person a month
>> Eat every 2 ½ hrs
>> Avoid weight training for weight loss do more cardio
>> Don’t go yo yo dieting every time make lifestyle changes
>> Don’t “super-size” your meals