Sugar-free tapioca is more enjoyable in a lovely glass.
This giveway is over. To see who won, read Diet Tips Giveaway Winner. Check back often - there are more contests to come. And while you are here, take a look around!
The holidays are over so it’s “back to life, back to reality” as the song says. For most of us that means catching up on everything we let slide during December, trying to organize our lives, making a good faith attempt at upholding our New Year’s resolutions.
And dieting.
Whether you just want to lose those holiday pounds or are getting back to your lifelong struggle (along with me and Oprah), it’s time for cutting back, watching what we eat, and enjoying the success.
In 2007, I lost 52 pounds. I used the South Beach Diet and enjoyed it. It suited me then.
If you’ve read my blog before, you probably know that I used ballroom dancing for my exercise. It’s an excellent choice for couples. For singles, I recommend line dancing. The most important element is to choose something you really enjoy - something you look forward to - something that makes the time pass faster rather than drag on. Unless you have extreme willpower, that’s the only kind of exercise that you will do consistently.
Cosmopolitan Glasses
In 2008, I gained 30 pounds back. Starting a new business is exciting and stressful. And, for me, it meant long days, often sitting at my computer. I grabbed whatever food was available. I made one feeble attempt to get back on South Beach, but my heart wasn’t in it.
So it’s time to dust off all of my best dieting techniques and get back into the saddle again. But let’s make it fun for everyone and have a contest. Who’s interested?
This is a “diet tips” contest, so you will be sharing your very best diet tip with us. This tip should be something you’ve personally tried. If you all start saying “drink more water” like they do at Weight Watchers meetings when they can’t think of something, I’m going to delete your entry! Really think about it. Add something that no one has mentioned. Let’s make this useful for everyone.
If you’ve never dieted before and have no tips to share, do not despair. There will be ways for you to enter, too.
Dessert Cups by LE Smith Glass Co.
Let me start with one of my favorite diet tips: Food presentation is extremely important. Use a cloth napkin, bring out the fancy dessert cups, serve your water in a stem, garnish, arrange your food attractively, and put a flower on the table. Add some favorite music to the scene and really enjoy your meal. Although you probably cannot swing this for every meal, use this technique a lot in the beginning, when you are feeling deprived, for special occasions, and when your resolve weakens.
Okay, so here are the contest details:
PRIZE: Set of 8 cobalt blue cosmopolitan glasses by Libbey, value $39.92 plus we pay the shipping OR a set of 4 cobalt blue glass dessert cups in the Trellis pattern by LE Smith Glass Co., value $45.96 plus we pay the shipping.
WHO CAN ENTER: US residents of the lower 48 states aged 18 and older. Sorry Sis, but my family members are not eligible.
DEADLINE: Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time
HOW THE WINNER WILL BE PICKED: A random number generator will be used. The comment that corresponds to the number will be the winner. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email or the post on the blog. If the winner does not respond, another winner will be chosen.
ONE ENTRY: Comment on this post with your favorite diet tip. Be original. Make it truly useful. You may enter this way once per day!
FOUR ENTRIES: Twitter about this giveaway with this official tweet “Share your diet tip & enter contest for cobalt dessert dishes http://tinyurl.com/96cfv7 #lcw - pls rt” Be sure to make four comments. You may enter this way once per day!
SIX ENTRIES: Put a permanent link to Laurie’s Cobalt World Blog or Laurie’s Cobalt World website on your blog or website. You may enter six times for each link for a maximum of twelve entries. Laurie’s Cobalt World Blog is http://cobalt-world.com/blog/ and Laurie’s Cobalt World is http://cobalt-world.com/. More complete linking options are found on our link exchange page. Be sure to put the website address where you have the links in your comments.
EIGHT ENTRIES: Post on your blog about this contest. Be sure to include the link back to this contest. Let me know in your comments (you will want to comment 8 times) the url of your blog. I’ll come by and comment on your blog, too.
FIVE ENTRIES: Here’s an easy one for everyone. Just sign up for my monthly newsletter. It’s absolutely free. Just put your email address in the little box in the first right-hand column or visit our full newsletter registration form if you would like to provide us with more information (we love that!) You can unsubscribe at any time, though I hope you will keep the subscription long enough to see if you like it. We do not spam. If you are already on our newsletter list, then you still get the entries. Just post five comments saying that you already receive the newsletter (and it would be lovely if you let us know what you like about it).
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The fine print: decisions of the judge are final, the prizes are not redeemable for cash, void where prohibited, shipments are insured, no one associated with Laurie’s Cobalt World assumes any liability for injuries or damages associated with this contest, comments on this blog become the property of Laurie’s Cobalt World and may be used for marketing purposes, this contest is subject to all federal and state laws, the winner agrees to comment on the post announcing the winner of this contest.As seen on CashNet Sweepstakes
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January 1st, 2009 at 11:27 pm
We use lunch size plates for our meals, and our dinner plates are meant for platter type stuff.
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January 2nd, 2009 at 12:08 am
I eat slowly. Then I know when I’m full and stop eating.
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:45 am
I’ve basically eliminated drinking all sodas and when eating at restaurants I order water. This also saves money too because water is free! Thanks.
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:47 am
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January 2nd, 2009 at 8:56 am
Round out each meal with large servings of freebie vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and all kinds of salad vegetables.
They’re good for you, they don’t contain any empty calories and they help to keep you feeling fuller, longer.
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:12 am
I eat a snack some time around 3 or 4pm, and then a really light dinner. So I guess my answer is “mini meals”
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:39 am
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I tweeted twice, since I didn’t pay enough attention and missed the official tweet.
1st tweet: please retweet! @laurie_stroupe New Contest! Share your diet tips and enter to win a cobalt glass prize. http://tinyurl.com/96cfv7
Official tweet: Share your diet tip & enter contest for cobalt dessert dishes http://tinyurl.com/96cfv7 #lcw - pls rt
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January 2nd, 2009 at 9:40 am
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I tweeted twice, since I didn’t pay enough attention and missed the official tweet.
1st tweet: please retweet! @laurie_stroupe New Contest! Share your diet tips and enter to win a cobalt glass prize. http://tinyurl.com/96cfv7
Official tweet: Share your diet tip & enter contest for cobalt dessert dishes http://tinyurl.com/96cfv7 #lcw - pls rt
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January 2nd, 2009 at 9:41 am
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I tweeted twice, since I didn’t pay enough attention and missed the official tweet.
1st tweet: please retweet! @laurie_stroupe New Contest! Share your diet tips and enter to win a cobalt glass prize. http://tinyurl.com/96cfv7
Official tweet: Share your diet tip & enter contest for cobalt dessert dishes http://tinyurl.com/96cfv7 #lcw - pls rt
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January 2nd, 2009 at 3:14 pm
I decide upon a diet and go to the grocery store with a list. I plan ahead to never run out of what I am allowed to eat. I check the diet and decide on the foods it includes that I like the best. Try to find something filling that is low calorie.
January 2nd, 2009 at 5:16 pm
What I find really works is if I don’t eat after 6 or 7 in the evening. Somehow it helps me to control my eating during the day also!
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January 2nd, 2009 at 5:16 pm
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January 2nd, 2009 at 5:18 pm
I try to eat a lot of greens before eating the main meal. That way im almost full. and you lose weight and feel better.
January 2nd, 2009 at 5:26 pm
I really dont have an original diet tip. The best tip is water, lots and lots of water and walking!
January 2nd, 2009 at 5:27 pm
Mini-meals are a good idea.
January 2nd, 2009 at 5:34 pm
Try and count to 10 before taking the next bite. For fast eaters like myself helps the stomach and mind catch up to your hand!
January 2nd, 2009 at 6:03 pm
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January 2nd, 2009 at 6:10 pm
Take the stairs.
January 2nd, 2009 at 6:15 pm
eat small portions and learn to drink water
January 2nd, 2009 at 6:27 pm
Fill up on water before any meal it makes you eat less. Eat smaller portions use kids plates they are smaller so you cannot fill them up as much as the adult plates.
January 2nd, 2009 at 6:28 pm
keep a food journal
January 2nd, 2009 at 6:49 pm
Sit down to eat. Sounds so cliche, I know, but I’m HORRIBLE about eating wherever I am or on the run. To make a conscious decision about where and what you eat makes you much more aware of the food you consume.
January 2nd, 2009 at 6:52 pm
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January 2nd, 2009 at 7:35 pm
We drink 8 ounces of water 15 minutes prior to eating and then have only 1 serving of food.
January 2nd, 2009 at 7:52 pm
My favorite tip has always been to use your smaller luncheon plates as your dinner plate. I’m not sure what the corellation is between your eyes and your stomach, but it really does make you feel like youhave eaten a lot more than you have! Also, if you need a little extra boost, drink a full glass of water 30 minutes before eating!!
January 2nd, 2009 at 7:54 pm
I try to eat only half of what is on my plate. Then I save the other half to eat a few hours later. Smaller portions more often…
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:01 pm
Apple Cider Vinegar followed by a liberal rinsing with water since the acetic acid can break down tooth enamel.
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Seriously- to help all learn control I set the table and prepour the cereal so there is a serving appropriate for people. For dinner I serve my husband vegetables first and lots of beans- or grains- and let each settle- silly I know but we work at home 24/7 so food is always in sight so knowing portions and also learning to say no to food works well these day. I have gotten him to ask for celery with a light pb on it for a sweet snack when he used to want a carton of ice cream with fudge- he is readjusting his thinking, eating slow and asking himself, am I hungry or am I bored and just want soemthing to pop in my mouth.
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:29 pm
I eat my salad after the main course. The vinegar and oil dressing has no sugar and somehow finishing off the meal with the vinegar/oil taste leaves me filled and stops any craving for a sweet dessert. This really works best if the portions are controlled on the main course, of course.
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:39 pm
cut out the fast food and replace that soda with water
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:47 pm
eat small potions
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:51 pm
I think eating small meals throughout the day and try to eat healthy snacks that are yummy such as carrots with salsa or hummus.
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:53 pm
Use salsa to spice up fresh veggies & diet dishes to burn calories and it’s good for your heart!
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:53 pm
Keep a food journal
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:56 pm
Go cruelty free and go vegan
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:03 pm
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January 2nd, 2009 at 9:04 pm
I make cheese from non-fat plain yogurt. Take it and dry it out with cheese cloth. I use this in lieu of sour cream or as a non-fat spread.
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:04 pm
My diet tip: if you can’t pick eat, plant it, catch it, or hunt it, don’t eat it. (Eat whole foods only.)
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:06 pm
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write down everything you eat. It will help keep you on track.
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:10 pm
my diet tip- dont eat after 6 pm
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Using a salad plate instead of a dinner plate will help you control portion sizes. The eye fools the appetite.
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January 2nd, 2009 at 9:28 pm
My favorite diet tip is to drink LOTS of water throughout the day.
Thanks and Happy 2009!
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:29 pm
This doesn’t work for my husband, but I can manage it:
Try getting satisfaction from one cookie. Ever eaten one of those 100 calorie packs and loved it? See how they drag out the experience by making the cookies tiny? Break your cookie up and drag it out.
Look, if you don’t have decent self control, don’t try this. You only lose if you eat the whole bag. But if you can, it’s a great reward.
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:31 pm
don’t eat anything after 6pm
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:32 pm
My favorite diet tip…is not to diet! you should be making lifestyle changes, not changes for a certain period of time!
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:32 pm
I learned this on a tv show. Put down your fork between each bite. You won’t believe how much quicker you fill up.
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:34 pm
6 small meals a day that contain a lean protein and low carb vegetable.
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:49 pm
Use smaller plates for your meals. Visually the plate looks really full but you still eat less.
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:51 pm
I just signed up for your monthly newsletter. I love crunch anything crunchy makes me smile. While dieting I suck and crunch on ice chips. Makes my mouth happy and my waistline shrink. Plus it is good for me. Instead of asking for water at a restaurant I ask for ice chips. Thanks!
January 2nd, 2009 at 9:54 pm
eat slow
January 2nd, 2009 at 10:01 pm
I limit myself to one carb per day, proteins, fruits, and veggies, nuts, and lots of H2O. I’ve allowed myself 1 year to reach my weight goal.
January 2nd, 2009 at 10:53 pm
I lost 80+ pounds once over about six months time with Billy Blanks Tae Bo dvds and cutting out sweets… all those kicks and punches, whoohoo. Exciting.
January 2nd, 2009 at 10:54 pm
Here’s the tip that I’ve found - make sure you put your fork (or spoon) down on your plate between bites. It’s really easy for us to keep that utensil in our hands! Putting it down is hard!
January 2nd, 2009 at 10:55 pm
I do not believe in diets, they never worked for me. I lost and gained back more because I felt starved. Finally three decades ago, I changed my eating habits. I ignore sweets, eat in moderation, drink plenty of water, and most importantly - exercise daily! I have never gained weight again.
January 2nd, 2009 at 11:00 pm
I eat a piece of fruit 20 minutes before the meal. I also remember portion sizes for meat (a deck of cards).
January 2nd, 2009 at 11:24 pm
Take it one day at a time, and make the best choice at the moment, we are often on the run and must eat that way so when you are ordering out simply pick the best food you can. Don’t forget you can ask for things on the side or cooked to order. Keep a journal, when you look back you may be surprised at what you’ve really eaten. Make it pretty, when fixing food at home make the place you are eating attractive and treat the food like it is a special occassion, you will feel more satisfied.
January 2nd, 2009 at 11:34 pm
I have no secrets. I wish I did. I eat everything.
January 2nd, 2009 at 11:42 pm
Diet Tips:
Excercise is like any routine or pattern it will become boring/routine, mix it up! If you like dancing, your night out at the club is definitely burining calories (now cocktails are empty calories so you may just be evening things out) but pop in a belly dancing DVD one week, salsa the next etc. And don’t forget, housework burns calories, gardening burns calories…
Get your 8 and 8. 8 Glasses of water, and 8 hours of sleep!
January 3rd, 2009 at 12:23 am
Drinking water - eight glasses per day, atleast!
January 3rd, 2009 at 12:34 am
Cut back on hidden fats….
use less mayo (better yet no mayo, mustard is great instead), substitute apple sauce for oil in baking (cakes & brownies), or use apple/grape juice to de-glaze a pan and make a quick sauce for the meat.
January 3rd, 2009 at 12:49 am
walk
whenever possible
January 3rd, 2009 at 1:00 am
Depending on your age, level of conditioning, and your fitness goals, you should train in a particular heart-rate zone. Beginners should try to elevate their heart rate to 50%-60% of their maximum while intermediates and advanced should shoot for 70%-85% of their max. The higher your heart rate, the more calories you will burn and the more fit you can become. To figure your maximum heart rate, simply subtract your age from 220. For example, if you’re 30 years old, you would have a maximum heart rate of 190. To work at 70% of your maximum heart rate, you would shoot for a heart rate of approximately 133 beats per minute (0.7 x 190). You can also count bpm (beats per minute) in 10-second increments and then multiply by six.
January 3rd, 2009 at 1:35 am
Use Truvia natural sweetener instead of sugar. Always take a list to the grocery store and buy only what is on the list.
January 3rd, 2009 at 1:44 am
stay hydrated in other words drink water, frequently when we eat and aren’t hungry its because of thirst
January 3rd, 2009 at 1:51 am
I put the candy on a very high shelf. A: it’s out of sight. B: if I do eat it, at least I have to work to get it.
January 3rd, 2009 at 2:12 am
Eating breakfast helps to get the metabolism going to burn up extra calories! I usually eat a healthy breakfast.
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January 3rd, 2009 at 2:12 am
Slowing down your eating gives your body a chance to tell you you’re full, so put down the sandwich, fork or spoon between bites, chew each bite 20 times, and take a sip of water before you pick up your food or utensil again. I really like water, as long as it’s cold with plenty of ice, and usually have it plain, but if you don’t enjoy water, try it with a squeeze of lemon or lime.
January 3rd, 2009 at 2:47 am
If you are a 6pack a day Soda drinker…..QUIT and you can loose 5 pounds in ONE WEEK!!!
January 3rd, 2009 at 3:44 am
I use desert plates as my supper plates and a teacup plate for my lunch eat lots of salads– I grow my own fancy lettuces eat small portions 6 x a day and remember to walk walk walk
January 3rd, 2009 at 4:04 am
Eat smaller meals more frequently, instead of one or two big meals.
January 3rd, 2009 at 4:48 am
put food in a cereal bowl,you will eat less.
January 3rd, 2009 at 6:10 am
Eat more protein, it keeps you full, limit simple carbs
January 3rd, 2009 at 7:03 am
My favorite diet tip is to use a scale until you understand what every portion size looks like.
January 3rd, 2009 at 7:14 am
Pass on the pie and feed your sweet tooth with (chocolate)pudding, a teaspoon coolwhip and graham crackers sprinkled on top.
January 3rd, 2009 at 7:44 am
I find that when I am living life in balance, I eat 6 small healthy meals instead of the traditional 3. That way, I am never ravenous enough to eat out of control and my blood sugar levels are more consistent.
January 3rd, 2009 at 7:58 am
Start every day off with a healthy breakfast. This really is key.
January 3rd, 2009 at 8:21 am
Number one rule– SLOW DOWN AND TASTE THE FOOD. You’ll eat less and enjoy it more.
January 3rd, 2009 at 8:42 am
My main tip is to drink alot of water. It really helps fill you up.
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Avoid white foods. White rice, mashed potatoes, white bread, etc. And always use small plates.
January 3rd, 2009 at 8:47 am
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January 3rd, 2009 at 8:51 am
Today’s dishes are oversized and if you put a normal portion size on them it’ll look like you’re depriving yourself. Instead, use smaller vintage plates, luncheon plates if your set came with them, or salad/dessert plates (which won’t fool the brain as well since they look so much smaller than the usual plate, but it’s better than nothing).
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