D Lighter

 I've never been one of those people who doesn't understand why she's chubby. I like food and I'm pretty lazy  cerebral.

I do occasionally attempt to lead a healthier life because looks aside, I do want to have a body that can get me from point A to point Z (fun pun intended) without coding out.

D is for diet tips I know, but obviously don't use very often. 

*When craving something sweet, grab fruit first...after a while, your mind will start to crave the fruit (in theory, but the first time you wipe out the kiddo's Easter candy, you're back to square one)

*Snack sized candies and pre-portioned snacks. Never say no, say moderation.

*Stop eating when you're full. Sounds easy, but sometimes it tastes so good!
*Keep a food journal, or get one of the phone apps. I have fitness pro. It chastises me for not logging in enough...well worth the .99 I paid.
*Don't think diet, think healthy living. Diet is a four letter word containing the word die...it's a BAD word.
*Move more. Gym time is great, but unrealistic for some people. Give yourself credit for doing a tough job. My grandma baptized her 6th kid in a size 8 dress. Her secret? She constantly worked on a to do list.
*Keep high protein snacks handy. Almonds, walnuts, peanuts. Just remember portions. Trust me, you can be a chub on healthy foods!
*Plan ahead. Make a menu. If you know what the plan is, it's easier to stay on course. 

*Don't wait until you're starving to eat. I'm really bad at this. I forget to eat until I'm feeling hungry and instead of taking the time to prep a healthy meal or snack, I'm grabbing cookies.
*If you're seriously craving it, eat it, but in a smaller portion. I once wanted a Snicker bar in the worst way, but I was "dieting" and tried to ignore the craving. I had a yogurt, some almonds, half a peanut butter, a banana...but I still wanted a Snickers. I'd been better off to grab a 70 calorie bite size treat than try to be satisfied with the uncraved foods.
*Small work outs count. Something is better than nothing.
*Watch the salt. It will bloat you, then you'll feel fat and depressed and then you'll crave the comfort of a Snickers. Or is that just me?
*Stay hydrated. The body mistakes hunger all the time.