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Secrets of the French diet
Posted on Mar 7th 2007 2:00PM by Bethany SandersWhether the French really do or don't "get fat," this article outlining the secrets of the French diet is brimming with great tips, not only for weight loss but for living a healthier life in general.
For instance, did you know that a carton of yogurt in the United States is 82% larger than one found in Paris? Even our candy bars are bigger. Portions in the U.S. are growing larger all the time, and have us busting out of our seams. That's not to say, however, that the French don't enjoy their food; full fat cheeses, wine, five course meals, even a bit of chocolate for desert...they really do have it all, they just eat less of it.
Some other tips include adding as many fresh, whole foods to your diet as possible, eating together as a family, learning to slow down and enjoy the flavor of your meal, and adding more enjoyable activity to your day. Try this on for size: the next time you fill your plate, give yourself half as much as you usually would and plan on going back for seconds. Chances are, you'll be full, but if you aren't, you can go ahead and have that second helping without the guilt. There's plenty more where that came from, so click on over and read the rest of the tips, then come back and tell us what you think!
For instance, did you know that a carton of yogurt in the United States is 82% larger than one found in Paris? Even our candy bars are bigger. Portions in the U.S. are growing larger all the time, and have us busting out of our seams. That's not to say, however, that the French don't enjoy their food; full fat cheeses, wine, five course meals, even a bit of chocolate for desert...they really do have it all, they just eat less of it.
Some other tips include adding as many fresh, whole foods to your diet as possible, eating together as a family, learning to slow down and enjoy the flavor of your meal, and adding more enjoyable activity to your day. Try this on for size: the next time you fill your plate, give yourself half as much as you usually would and plan on going back for seconds. Chances are, you'll be full, but if you aren't, you can go ahead and have that second helping without the guilt. There's plenty more where that came from, so click on over and read the rest of the tips, then come back and tell us what you think!
