Best Weight Loss Tool

As I continue on my journey to being healthy and fit, I'm slowly discovering that the best tool for weight loss is my stove. You really do have to cook most, if not all, of your meals. In my part of the world trying to eat healthy and stay within the recommended serving or portions sizes is very difficult with restaurant meals and package/canned foods.

And if you are going to cook your own meals, it means that you have to plan a weekly menu and grocery shop for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. You cannot leave it to chance because you'll end up being stuck with the desire to cook and missing the ingredients for the dish you'll like to make.

You'll also have to look at your week ahead and plan for any late nights, breakfast or lunch meetings. Think of the realities of your week. For example, do you eat breakfast at home, in the car or at your desk? Obviously, you'll have to purchase the appropriate items. Don't forget to have containers for your breakfast and lunch, if necessary.

Finally, I recommend that you start your own cook book. Otherwise, you'll be bored of the few healthy recipes you now have and will lead to diet fatigue.