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Get Paid To Lose Weight. WH Verdict: While it's unlikely to be popular with those who've chosen a plant-based lifestyle for ethical reasons, the principal of eating real, whole food is sound. And combining two ways of eating certainly makes it easier to get enough protein and vital nutrients. But it's still pretty restrictive, so consult a nutrition professional to make sure you aren't at risk of nutritional deficiencies.

I also didn't realize how guilty I was of mindless eating until I was painfully aware of how often I had the urge to sit in front of my computer while I rushed through a meal or snacked my way to the bottom of a bag. Sitting down to a meal or snack that I prepared for myself with thought almost seemed selfish and gave me a twinge of guilt. It was easier not to think about enjoying my food while I scrolled through Pinterest or took bites between tending to my kids. It was uncomfortable at first, but savoring my food ultimately brought me a lot of joy and made me feel like my attitude towards food and eating was much healthier in an emotional sense. I wasn't pushing another area of self-care aside because I was too busy being a mom. Also, this "diet" is truly no diet at all. I ate everything I wanted without feeling guilty or remorseful or feeling like I "cheated" in order to deserve it.

In the real world, the vast majority of people who lose significant amounts of weight and keep it off are exercisers. The National Weight Control Registry (NWCR) researched a population whose members have all lost at least 30 pounds and kept the weight off at least one year. Ninety percent of these individuals report exercising regularly, and the average member burns more than 2,600 calories a week in workouts.

Engage all your senses-not just your taste sense. You can make snack time more special by lighting candles, playing soothing music, or eating outdoors in a beautiful setting. Get the most pleasure-and the most relaxation-out of your treat by cutting it into small pieces and taking your time.