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• 10 Tips for Healthier Meals
  Whether you're a kitchen newbie or you simply want to make the old stand-by's more diet-friendly, these 10 tips will help you cook light and nutritious meals.


• 10 Ways to Fail at Weight Loss
  From weighing in too often to cutting too many calories, these are the things you don't want to do.


• 15 Facts for Weight Loss Newbies
  If you're new to weight loss, these are the 15 facts you need to know.


• 50 Foods for Fat Fighters
  Now that the pantry is free of "bad stuff", you've got to keep it stocked with the healthful staples that will keep you on track.


• Assess Your BMI
  Wondering if you're considered overweight or obese? With a little math, you can calculate your own BMI and identify which weight category you fall into.


• Before You Decide on a Weight Loss Program
  These are some points to consider when you begin choosing a weight loss program or diet.


• Choose the Right Diet Book for You
  So many books ... so little time. How do you choose among all the diet books on the market?


• Cooking for Weight Loss
  Learn some of the best (and one of the worst) ways to cook for weight loss.


• Easy Changes that Lead to Weight Loss
  Don't say "diet" ... just say yes to these new, healthier habits that will last for a lifetime of weight managment.


• Flavor without Fat
  Check out these ways to add flavor to lighter fare without upping the fat and calories.


• Food Diary Print-Out
  This simple print-out will help you track what you eat and drink, identify problem areas, and assess emotional eating.


• How to Begin a Walking Program
  Learn how to start walking for weight loss.


• How to Count Calories and Lose Weight
  Learn how to design your own weight loss plan by assessing your daily caloric needs and cutting or burning additional calories.


• How to Stop Putting Off Losing Weight
  There's no room for excuses and no time like the present ... no more putting off weight loss!


• How to Use a Pedometer
  A pedometer can cost just a few dollars but it can be an invaluable tool to get you motivated to exercise.


• If You Need to Get Help with Weight Loss
  Learn where and how to get help with losing weight if traditional diets aren't working for you.


• Keep a Food Diary
  Keeping a food diary will help you identify the habits, foods and times of day that will be your biggest weight loss challenges.


• Make a Fresh Start
  No matter how many bad habits you have right now, any time is a good time to make a fresh start: Here are some ideas to get you going in the right direction.


• Shoud I Follow a Diet or Do it Myself?
  This is the question I get asked most often and the question you need to ask yourself before you start losing weight: Should I follow a diet to lose weight or do it myself?


• Spring Clean Your Diet
  No matter what time of year it is, there are a few foods that anyone serious about losing weight needs to clear out from their kitchen.


• Talk to Your Doctor About Weight Loss
  If you have found you have a significant amount of weight to lose, schedule a visit to the doctor to discuss your diet and exercise plans.


• Walking for Weight Loss
  Learn why walking is the ideal exercise to begin during initial weight loss efforts.


• Why Counting Calories Still Counts
  Learn why watching your calorie intake is the smartest weight loss tactic you can use.