Newsletter, week of April 8th

Last Week

Special occasions don't have to ruin your weight loss. Plan ahead and learn how to incorporate special times into your life. They won't go away, right?

This Week

Have you ever said "oh, I don't want to waste it" or "I'd hate to hurt her feelings" before popping food into your mouth? We'll challenge that logic this week.

Kudos

This week we celebrated 7 pounds of weight loss for Debbie, 20.6 pounds for Marta, and 50 pounds for Annita. Keep it going!

WW Product of the Week

Fruities - need a little something to keep your hands and mouth distracted? Try a Fruitie! These little candies have the consistency of a jujube, and one sleeve is only one Point. Try them in strawberry, blackberry, or my favorite...cherry. $2.50 for a pack of 3 sleeves

Non-WW Product of the Week

If you've started walking, biking or rollerblading, you may be curious how far you're traveling. Well, thanks to Google, there are a couple of ways you can map out your routes online. Try Gmaps Pedometer or Map My Run and you'll get an exact mileage!

Recipe of the Week

Egg Salad
Serves 4
3 Points

4 large eggs
2 large egg whites, you’ll have to boil these as whole eggs and discard the yolks
2 Tbsp chopped fresh chives
2 Tbsp reduced-calorie mayonnaise
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Put eggs in a pan and pour in enough water to cover them; bring to a boil over high heat. Boil 10 minutes, pour out the water, and place eggs in a bowl of ice water.

When eggs are cool, remove shells. Discard two of the yolks. Cut eggs and whites into 1/2-inch pieces. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix until blended.

Tip of the Week

Trying to figure out where your comfort zone lies? Slow down. Take the time to chew your food. Put your fork down between bites. This gives your body time to send your brain the "I'm full" message. That way you won't accidentally bypass satisfaction and end up too full.

Quote of the Week

"Excuses are the nails used to build a house of failure" - Don Wilder