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Fun or unusual weight loss aides

dex — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:03:57 GMT

My son is trying to loose weight but he is not doing too well.i thought I wouls send him a few tools to inspire and help him along the way.I just sent him the nutribullet because it comes with a recipe book that has healthy ideas.I was wondering if anyone had any ideas for my next surprise aide to his journey...perhaps something that worked well for you to simplify or make weight loss a lot more promising.I want him to get the feeling of sucess to be inspired to continue even though it can be slow to see progress.

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MickD — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:08:04 GMT

My DH is on nutrisystem....fun??? I don't know, but he has lost 15 pounds in about three weeks...he eats the prepackaged meals and has as much fruit and veggies as he wants....he doesn't have to think about it. My DS does not eat enough fruit so I blend a smoothie for him every am.

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spud188 — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:13:34 GMT

How about the FitBit that so many are into.

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dex — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:13:54 GMT

Does he like the food.It didn't look too appetizing on TV., maybe it tastes better than it looks.

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dex — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:19:04 GMT

He had a Fitbit and lost it as a couple of my friends have also done.They need to make a better strap before I purchase again.You are right though it is a fun tool.

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Annabellethecat66 — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:23:35 GMT

Have him carry around a 5 lb bag of potatoes. That will help him if he looses it, if he doesn't it will make him realize how much it really is (from Weight Watchers).

They also said to get your food (put it on a small plate). Don't sit near the extra food. Don't get up immediately. Find something to take your mind off of the food (it takes time for your brain to realize it is full and send it to the stomach (or vice-versa).

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Gooday — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:48:52 GMT

I know this sounds so simplistic: cut down on portion size. I AM GUILTY of not following my own advice. Any doctor I have seen from my teens to my 61 years have always stressed "portion control". Eat everything, just less and loads of fruits and veggies.

Again...if we could all practice what we preach. Oh....and get more active which is where another poster suggested a Fit-Bit.

Best of luck to your son. I have been fighting the battle of the bulge for years. My mom told me she knew I was going to have a weight problem as I gained weight when she brought me home from the hospital. She said most babies lose a few ounces after birth - not me!

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Cookie777 — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:56:17 GMT

On 4/3/2015 spud188 said: How about the FitBit that so many are into.

good idea

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VioletEyes — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:58:48 GMT

Give him the gift of a gym membership or perhaps a personal trainer.

Personally, I eat pretty much the same foods everyday and I read that it is a proven fact that variety sometimes complicates weight loss. The more choices we make the harder it is to stop eating.

I don't have a weight problem but I do fast once a week occasionally. That and a highly saturated diet of fruits, vegetables and protein with a limit on fat keeps me slender and feeling best..

Good luck! I hope your son reaches his goals.

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just4me — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:02:14 GMT

Spring is coming, he can walk... maybe even walk the dog if he has one... or get a dog if he doesn't :-)

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sidsmom — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:07:30 GMT

Instead of carrying around the 5lb bag of potatoes, eat them! Starch is great for weight loss! No added fat, full of fiber....everything a sustainable diet needs....secret is no added fat. Add lots of vegetables & fruit, beans & legumes, whole grains & starches and you have yourself a diet that's quick, easy, filling, satisfying & cheap!

I would recommend going online for inspiration. 10-15 years ago, I found Dr. John McDougall's website. There are tons of success stories & videos, an interactive forum & lots of ancillary resources for YouTube videos. His website changed my life.

A low fat, whole foods, plant based diet is the perfect diet for health. One of Dr. McDougall's contributing chefs is Chef AJ. She's a delight to watch. Here's a quick video showing what to eat. For many, a video called "Forks over Knives" is a game changer, as well. I will give you additional materials, if you wish. Good luck to your son!

Chef AJ: Easy Meals To Make You Thin

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Carmie — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 23:10:21 GMT

How about a food scale? Portion control is key to losing weight. I have had my small electronic food scale for at least 20 years and I still use it a few times a week.

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dex — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 02:24:20 GMT

Thank you everyone..you have given me lots of ideas.I hate to admit but I have never had a weight problem so it is hard for me to help.i want to help my son because I am worried for his health.He has sleep apnea and I just know if he could loose some weight he could feel so much better.

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brewhaha — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 02:25:47 GMT

Swimming is fun.

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Snowpuppy — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 02:38:15 GMT

Introduce him to high protein/low carb way of eating. Men love it. They can have lean chicken, beef, a steak, hold the potato and add a salad.

Also send him a link to bodybuilding dot com. Hardbodies? Some but a lot of inspiration from real people.

Skip the Nutrisystem. You have to go back to eating food, eventually.

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dex — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 02:46:06 GMT

Thanks snow puppy I think you are right about the way men like to eat.i think the web page is a good idea too.I really appreciate all of the help from everyone...thanks you all are very thoughtful.

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MJDinVegas — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 03:06:54 GMT

On 4/3/2015 dex said: He had a Fitbit and lost it as a couple of my friends have also done.They need to make a better strap before I purchase again.You are right though it is a fun tool.

If he had the FitBit with wrist strap, have him try the FitBit One. It clips to the belt, which is supposedly a little more accurate being close to the body. I clip mine to my undies and it holds there really well for me. I am also a Weight Watcher member/service provider. It is a good program for someone who wants to lose and maintain weight loss in the real world. If meetings aren't his thing, he can do it on-line, and the FitBit syncs with your WW account.

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sidsmom — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 03:07:32 GMT

dex: You mentioned several times the word 'healthy'. Anyone can lose weight on a low carb/high protein. The body looks good on the outside, but unfortunately, animal based diets are not the healiest for your insides. They will just create another set of issues down the road w/ the arterial system. There are plenty of male athletes to be used for role models that are plant-based.

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tiamaria — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 04:07:46 GMT

On 4/3/2015 sidsmom said:
dex: You mentioned several times the word 'healthy'. Anyone can lose weight on a low carb/high protein. The body looks good on the outside, but unfortunately, animal based diets are not the healiest for your insides. They will just create another set of issues down the road w/ the arterial system. There are plenty of male athletes to be used for role models that are plant-based.

High protein diet foods aren't just animal based. South beach diet and the Mediterranean diet are proven to be very healthy. Lean meats, fish, good oils, nuts, legumes, even tofu. High protein low carb diets ARE healthy and they DO work. Atkins, that is not as safe.

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dex — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 04:20:09 GMT

There is a overwhelming amount of info out there on how to diet that it is difficult to decide what to do.So much conflicting info too..I have to admire people that have managed the weght loss and found sucess.