there is a wake up call ... guilty of a couple of those

Why does this have to be "BUT"? I would rather say "AND". You're a bad person if you buy unhealthy stuff for the kids that you wouldn't eat yourself. Why do you think childhood obesity is skyrocketing? Teach your kids by example how to eat correctly in the first place and they won't end up like you did.

Ah yes, more great advice from our dieting god.

Well, yeah, that was a harsh way to put that, sorry, but, is anybody really going to argue against me? I'm sorry, but it really irks me to see people feeding their kids so much bad junk food, then try to say that their kid's problems are hereditary, all due to bad genes. Why would you be here, knowing good and well that you're struggling with weight, then think it's perfectly fine to buy the kids unhealthy snacks, even if it IS just for them? The way that they word this item makes it sound like it's perfectly ok to buy unhealthy snacks, as long as it's just for the kids. That's just wrong in my opinion.

I go to great pains to make sure my kids eat healthy food. My daughter, when she goes to Girl Scouts (age 10 group), some of the obese mom's always brings highly unhealthy snacks. That alone kind of irks me, but at least my daughter isn't endulging in that, but what killed me was that when it was my wife's turn to bring snacks, she brought a bunch of fruit plus things to make healthy smoothies in an attempt to drop a hint. The only thing that happened was that a bunch of our blueberries, bananas, strawberries, yogurt, and other things were completely wasted, except for my daughter's. This type of mindset is why this country is going down the tubes in a deep-fried casket.

deep fried casket - I like that.


That is a good point though. Out of all people, those of us who have to work on our weight should be the last ones to buy unhealthy things for our kids. That's just setting them up for the same problems we are faced with. No, children shouldn't have to go through life without ever getting a cookie, don't get me wrong. But, our kids are the fattest generation to ever walk the face of the earth, we can't deny that fact.

a lot of the problem with children isn't necessarily what they are eating but the lack of activity.. I'm definitely from an older generation but when I was a kid, we were out of the house at first light and didn't see home again til it got dark... Staying in the house all day was not something we wanted to do - we played and we played hard... rode miles on our bikes and even played flashlight tag at night... home was to sleep and to have dinner and avoid baths..

Kids today are overscheduled and spend entirely too much time playing video games, watching television, or just in the house not being active....

Amen to that!

Which is why it is even more important than ever to get them into a habit if eating healthier, that, and to kick their lazy butts outside for a while!

I see myself in a few of those mistakes, and I'm learning that a positive attitude is one of the most important factors in long term success. As long as you keep trying, don't get defeated just because of a slip up.

thats really helpful and so true. I'm guilty of doing those things

Oh dear... guilty of a few on there! (pink ones -a bit, red ones definately!)



1. Going on a diet that is NOT a manner of eating that can't be adhered to for life.

2. Believing they can eat cabbage soup every day.

3. Obsessing over counting calories.

4. Weighing in more than once a week.

5. Not drinking enough water.

6. Drinking sugar-laden drinks, such as lemonade, sodas, gourmet coffees, fruity blends, etc.

7. Eating more bread, pasta and potatoes than proteins, lean meats, fruits and vegetables.

8. Consuming processed foods more often than fresh foods.

9. Taking the benefits away from vegetables and fruits by overcooking them.

10. Having a negative, defeatist attitude.

11. Blaming others for their shortcomings.

12. Being quick to judge.

13. Not having a plan.

14. Not being aware of the nutritional benefits or harm of what they consume.

15. Finishing every last bite even after they are full.

16. Going back for seconds.

17. Eating at all-you-can-eat buffets and getting their money's worth.

18. Skipping breakfast.

19. Starving all day, thinking it’s the only way to lose weight.

20. Bingeing after falling off the wagon and then waiting until tomorrow to get back on track.

21. Thinking they are genetically destined to be fat.

22. Not believing they have the ability to change.

23. Confusing fat with a personality trait.

24. Thinking they are unattractive.

25. Not living each day to the fullest. Thinking that will come when they are thinner.

26. Wasting time.

27. Not finishing tasks they start.

28. Postponing tasks that need attention.

29. Rationalizing.

30. Thinking pills, powders or potions are more powerful than they really are in realizing weight loss.

31. Thinking of exercise as a must do or chore.

32. Not scheduling exercise as a vital part of their day or week.

33. Indulging in alcohol often.

34. Watching sports rather than participating in sports.

35. Watching television more than one hour a day.

36. Not giving much attention to personal hygiene or appearance.

37. Refusing to read self-improvement materials on a regular basis.

38. Giving up and resigning to being fat.

39. Finishing the food off others' plates while doing dishes.

40. Tasting and nibbling on the food while cooking.

41. Baking cookies, pies and cakes more often than at holidays.

42. Always having candy in dishes for guests, but eating more of it themselves.

43. Buying unhealthy snack items for the kids but eating it themselves.

44. Not having vegetables and/or fruit with each meal.

45. Serving more carbohydrates than any other food group for meals.

46. Thinking dieting -- not total lifestyle change -- will lead to lasting weight loss.

47. Not visualizing themselves actually living a healthy lifestyle.

48. Not taking vitamins and proper supplements.

49. Consuming fast food on a regular basis.

50. Waiting for tomorrow to get started rather than RIGHT NOW!

I think that at times I have been guilty of all 50! shame shame....I need to read this list every day......maybe 3 times a day!

40. Tasting and nibbling on the food while cooking.

This is my boo-boo......

I would have to say yes. I mean, you can't go wrong with vitamins. It's not something you can overdose on ya know. And supplements are meant to supplement your diet. It's hard to get all the vitamins and minerals you need no matter how healthy you try to eat.


And as for guilty, I'm definitely guilty of weighing myself more than once a week. I have to go to LAWL. I go twice a week and get weighed. And then I weigh myself every morning. I don't rely on that. It's just something to write down. It actually gives me motivation...

Sooo true... I am guilty of several of those things... I obsess over the scale and I know I shouldn't... I am working on changing though.. YAY ME!!

if we can avoid half of the mistakes listed here, we will be on our way to a healthier lifestyle.