10 Habits for Weight Loss that Lasts

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Take It Slow
Aim to lose 1-2 pound per week, which means cutting about 250 calories per day-the equivalent of an energy bar or soda. Over the course of the week, that's 1,750 calories, which is 1/2 pound. By slowly tweaking your diet, you'll avoid severe feelings of deprivation. You'll give your body time to adjust to the reduced calorie load, and you'll have a better chance of sustaining it for the long term.

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Photo by: istockphoto

Take It Slow
Aim to lose 1-2 pound per week, which means cutting about 250 calories per day-the equivalent of an energy bar or soda. Over the course of the week, that's 1,750 calories, which is 1/2 pound. By slowly tweaking your diet, you'll avoid severe feelings of deprivation. You'll give your body time to adjust to the reduced calorie load, and you'll have a better chance of sustaining it for the long term.

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