I started Weight Watchers this time last year and I loved it. I lost about 10 pounds but really, the best thing that happened was all the knowledge I obtained. I have been attempting to get back on the Weight Watchers wagon since May but just haven’t followed through. However, I recently weighed myself and I am way under from where I ever was in the past.
Why is this? Well, just because I am not tracking my weight and weighing myself constantly does not mean that I do not use what I learned from Weight Watchers.
Here are my top ten lessons and tips that I learned from Weight Watchers.
1. These three nutritional elements are so important: fat, fiber, and calories. Fiber is often overlooked as an important part of nutrition, but trust me, it is so important. Let’s just say that it’s difficult for me to eat anything with 2 grams of fiber or less. When you are looking at a nutritional label, examine these three elements. If fat is too high and fiber is too low, don’t buy it.
2. Eat your veggies! Veggies are so important in so many ways. Find out what you like and stick with that. For example, if you do not like carrots, don’t stress about eating them everyday! Focus on veggies that you will actually eat! Be realistic.
3. Salsa is your best buddy. Salsa is worth zero on Weight Watchers. Eat it, love it ... put it on your omelettes and use it as a dip for your baby carrots. (Have you tried that?)
4. Drink soup before a big meal—you will eat one-third less calories. This is a great tip for going out with groups of people. Sometimes I find myself in a situation where everyone around me wants to order an appetizer. In order to watch my cravings (and keep my mouth busy!), I will order a broth-based soup. Then I will become full faster and eat less during the actual meal.
5. Eat what you like! Who are you trying to impress anyways? Confused? Take this example: Recently, I went to dinner with some friends and it was at a nice sit down restaurant with beautiful meals. Do you know what I craved the most? The appetizers! So, I ordered the tapas (pita bread and an assortment of dips like hummus and garlic ... mmm) and french fries. I didn’t eat all of it but it completely satisfied me. Also, I saved money in the process!
