I’ve been actively controlling my body weight for nearly 20 years and it isn’t easy as I’m a big-boned, pear-shaped woman who fights the disease of obesity everyday. However, I’ve found great solace in managing my body weight and ultimately my health with sensible dietary strategies and a large volume of exercise. Over the years, I’ve learned some things about myself when it comes to eating: 1) I tend to think about eating when I’m bored, stressed or anxious, and 2) I like to eat large meals. Taking these factors into account, I’ve sought to find patterns of healthy eating that work for me. A couple of months ago, I stumbled upon a new strategy that led to a 20-pound weight loss, unintentionally.
