Makeup and Beyond

Checklist for Weight Loss 

1. Replace bad fats with healthy fats.  Bacon grease is a bad fat; olive oil is a good fat.
2. Remember that every little bit of calories consumed does count.  
3. Don't be a afraid to eat carbohydrates, but do eat them in moderation. 
4. Fluctuate calories from day to day - don't lock your body into an exact amount of calories each day.
5. Increase protein in your diet.  Protein builds muscle; muscle burns fat.  
6. Perform high intensity cardio 3 - 4 times a week if you are physically able.
7. Divide your daily limit of food intake into six meals instead of three.  
8. Eat fiber-rich foods. They'll help fill you up and you'll eat less. Good for the body too.
9. Drink your daily recommended amount of water.  This varies per person, their activities, and their health.
10. Prepare meals at home instead of eating out.
11. Eat before going shopping.
12. Go to bed early at night if you are tempted to snack.
13. Don't watch TV - too many food commercials. Read a book or Makeup and Beyond's Beauty Guide.
14. In a store, try on a favorite outfit weekly that is the size you want to be. Don't hurt the clothing you are trying on! 
15. Keep a journal of what you eat every day.
16. Weigh yourself every three to four days.