Stanley Doble
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Thanks Lolly and Lizzie for the rice info. Lizzie - are you still a practiicing Rationer? I'm wondering how it works long-term.
Stanley, I like adding barley to soup. I've lost 5 pounds so far, mainly by what you've suggested: reduce fat, sugar, and serving size; eat more veg and whole grains; avoid prepared foods. My hubby and I are fortunate to live near a local grocery with good vegetables and a terrific bulk food section. He's not interested in rationing with me, but does eat whatever I cook. Fortunately, this is the ideal way to eat for me - high fiber/low fat, but the trick to this diet for me is discipline and mindfulness. Living in the 21st Century with all manner of convenience foods, it's all too easy to fall into lazy food tendencies.
Hey Tenuki you are doing great. The weight loss is nice, but the health benefits may be more important in the long run. Looking good and feeling good, and it gets easier as you go along.