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System: Fitness: Nutrition: SP Strategies


Success Strategies
(Choose and use whichever strategies fit your goals and situation the best.)

BASICS

Use Olive Oil

VARIETY & INCLUSION

Don't use the same menu two days in a row
Limit bulk purchases of perishable items.
Create a personal Menu Lottery. Before shopping, draw your dishes and menu randomly.

MODERATION

Say 'no' to second helpings
Use smaller plates and bowls
Eat foods that curb your hunger: fish, oatmeal, oranges, apples, brown pasta

PLANNING & TRACKING

Write down the internal reasons why you're watching nutrition.
Tell others your plans
Make it a Long-Term Goal, not a Short-Term one

GOOD EATING HABITS

Eat slowly. Put down your fork or spoon between bites.
Grocery shop on a full stomach

WATER

Drink regularly throughout the day, even when you're not thirsty.
Milk, herbal tea or decaf coffee can substitute for water

 
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  Goal Recommendations
·Fruit Smoothies

·When eating out, order lunch size

·Use a daily trigger to remind yourself to drink water


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