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TOPS

For years I tried many diets. I would lose the weight and gain it back. I found an ad for TOPS which stands for “Take Off Pounds Sensibly.” I received a lot of support from this non-profit weight-loss group.

The first thing I did was start walking five to seven days a week for 30 minutes, and every two weeks I would add five minutes until I was walking for one hour. I cut out all soft drinks, tea, rice and bread. I drink water and Crystal Light sugar-free pink lemonade. Going to TOPS and getting on the scales every week helps keep me on track. This December will be one year for me that I have lost 60 pounds and kept it off. For the support of TOPS, visit the Web site at www.tops.org or call (800) 932-8677.

My TOPS diet:

• Breakfast: Coffee, Kashi Cereal (dietary fiber 6 grams or more), Skim milk, Fruit, Water
• Lunch: Turkey sandwich (whole wheat bread) or grilled chicken salad, Apple, 6 Animal Crackers, Water
• Snacks: Nuts (handful of almonds), Apple, 6 Animal Crackers
• Dinner: Baked fish or chicken, Baked potato, Salad with low-fat dressing, Fruit, Water
• Dessert: Sugar-free Jell-O or 1/2 cup orange sherbet ice cream or Animal Crackers

Vickie Little | Matthews | Union Power Cooperative

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