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You’ve got a goal, now make it happen!

You’ve got a goal, now make it happen!

Welcome back to The Diet Oracle! In the last post, we spent some time discussing how to create an effective goal that was S.M.A.R.T.–that is, Smart, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound. Today I want to share with you the next vital step toward making your weight loss goal a reality–formulating a solid action plan.

Though the diet industry would have you believe that there is some magical secret to shedding pounds, it still comes down to calories in versus calories out. That is, your weight is a balance between the calories (or energy) you consume from food and the calories you burn through basic metabolism, digestion, and physical activity. When those two sides of the equation are equal, your body is in equilibrium and your weight will remain stable. If, however, you’re wanting to lose weight, you must take in fewer calories than you are burning to create a calorie deficit. This forces the body to tap into your various forms of stored energy and ultimately shed pounds. While there are certainly more details to flesh out, energy balance is still the name of the game when it comes to weight loss.

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Effective Goal Setting

Effective Goal Setting

Have you ever set a lofty and altogether worthwhile goal only to see it all crash and burn a couple weeks later? You had the best intentions, bought all the books, grabbed the gear, maybe even started a personal YouTube vlog to capture every victorious moment and yet…kaput. You fell off the horse. Called it quits. Conceded defeat. Threw in the towel. Despite all that enthusiasm and motivation, it was all for naught. Somehow, the goal just didn’t stick and you’ve slipped back into your old comfy habits once again.

I don’t think I need to tell you that making changes can be tough, especially if you’re staring down a particularly ingrained habit. Squaring off against your second nature takes more than just a wing and a prayer, my friends. Nope, winging it just won’t cut it. So if you’re serious about making changes, take the time to sit down, focus your thoughts, and create a goal worth chasing. Though setting a goal might seem like an exercise in the obvious, a thoughtful goal can truly spell the difference between success and failure.

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Intermittent Fasting: Foods I Couldn’t Do Without

Intermittent Fasting: Foods I Couldn’t Do Without

Welcome back to The Diet Oracle! Today’s post is all about the best foods for intermittent fasting. Now, I know what you’re thinking–Isn’t fasting all about NOT EATING? Even I have to chuckle at the thought of food lists for fasting! However! Be that as it may, when it comes to intermittent fasting, food is still on the table and planning for your meals is as crucial as ever.

Anytime you are eating less, it is imperative that you make the most of every bite. Not only will you want your food choices to be filling and satisfying, but you will want to make sure your nutritional needs are being met as well.

Foods for Intermittent Fasting

With that in mind, I wanted to share with you today a simple list of the foods I found to be essential to my own week-long experience with intermittent fasting. While some were important for the nutrients they offered, others made it possible to just make it through the day.

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