Newsletter, week of January 7th

Last Week

Setting goals is a great way to keep you focused. Remember, a good goal is something that is positive and specific, is within your control, and is a good fit with your lifestyle.

This Week

Dining out can be a challenge. This week we talk about what tools you can use to make the experience easier, and will share some tips.

Kudos

Well, the big holiday push is over. Lots of you stayed on program and had good results despite all the challenges. You should all be proud of yourselves!

WW Product of the Week

If you're a salty snacker, have you tried our Pretzel Thins? Individual 2 Point portions of thin, crispy pretzels could be your key to a good snack. Available in honey mustard, our NEW everything flavor, and while supplies last, original pretzel flavor. $4.50 per box ($3.00 for original flavor while available)

Non-WW Product of the Week

Following program doesn't mean you have to give up your coffee. But if you like adding flavor, often that means adding calories. Splenda Flavor Blends for coffee is a nice no-calorie alternative. Available in French vanilla, mocha, and hazelnut.

Is there a product you like? Let me know what it is, and I'll be happy to share it.

Recipe of the Week

This is a recipe that Monday night member Marianne shared with me. Originally it called for butter and regular coconut milk, but using the Recipe Builder with eTools, I managed to lighten it up a bit. It is absolutely fantastic!

Creamy Pumpkin Curry Soup
Serves 4
2 Points

1 cup chopped onion
2 tsp olive oil
1 clove minced garlic
2 tsp curry powder
dash salt
dash pepper
14.5 ounces chicken broth
1 cup water
15 ounces canned pumpkin
3/4 cup light coconut milk

Cook onion in oil until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, curry, salt and pepper cooking one minute more. Add broth, water and pumpkin; mix well. Reduce heat and cook on low for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in coconut milk. Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth.

Flavor is more developed if made a day ahead. When doubling the recipe, use a 13.5 ounce can of the light coconut milk.

Tip of the Week

What's the hurry? Did you know that it takes a while for your brain to figure out that your stomach is full? Try slowing down when having a meal or snack. You might find out that you're satisfied with less if you give your body time to send your brain the message. Try to take at least 30 minutes to complete your meal.

Quote of the Week

"Doctors will tell you if you eat slowly, you will eat less. Anybody raised in a large family will tell you the same thing." -- Country magazine