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The Tortoise Diet - Win The Race To Lose!

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Here is a collection of life-changing ideas that alter your eating habits forever. You get a series of training assignments, such as eating more fiber, jotting notes in a notebook (it's surprising if you do this; how many meals last week did you grab in the car because you were rushed? And were they salads and water and a small burger or were they double-quarter-pounders with extra fries?) How much do you really drink? Is it one glass of wine (a small one?) or is it two big beakers a night? These things add up.

Some of the habits are really helpful, not only to dieters but to the poor eater; case in point, eating protein along with carbohydrates at each meal. I know someone who is skinny and always hungry. A hardboiled egg or a slice or two of meat with a starchy snack replaced his endless empty munching of cookies.

In the appendix are meal plans graded by how many calories. Not everyone should be eating 1100 calories a day, so it helps to know what constitutes a 525 calorie meal, for example. Here's a 550 Calorie meal:

275 Calorie serving of whole grain, high fiber cereal, 8 ounces non-fat milk, 1 slice whole grain toast, 1 tbs no sugar all fruit jam spread, one orange.

Interesting; this meal is very high in fiber, and it isn't particularly low in calories (300 and under.)

The author also gives hints on taming the craving monster, if you want something creamy (no-sugar pudding versus fatty ice cream, crunch--carrots or peapods versus chips.)

Finally, there are charts for progress and a discussion of alternative methods like pills, surgery and liquid diets, with their pros and (mostly) cons.

This is probably the most complete eating book I've ever read. You might never need another. Big thumbs up here to Pat Church.

Very highly recommended for health and weight conscious readers, The Tortoise Diet: Win The Race To Lose by Patricia S. Church offers a series of outstanding weight-loss techniques for an effective and healthy way to loose significant weight. Introducing readers to and extensive set of step-by-step assignments, The Tortoise Diet engages readers in a permanent weight loss program with twenty-five essential habits, realistic solutions, and a wealth of attractive menus and compatible recipes. The Tortoise Diet is an excellent and "user friendly" compendium of weight-loss ideals from the writing of a woman who experienced significant weight loss first hand.

I was given the opportunity to be a part of the development of this book. As we worked on it I adopted the ideals and the smart approach to slow, steady weight loss. Through using Patty Church's steps and thoughtful guidance I have lost the weight I have been struggling with for years. The idea is just as the title suggests...slow and steady, and the results are permanent. I think differently about food, I am able to chart my progress and the online membership gives me the support I need to stay on track. Finally a smart and practical way to manage my weight and know I wont just gain it all back after I start eating normally again, because this has taught me a new way to eat. This is normal now. No more yo-yo dieting. I'm thrilled. Oh, and the recipes are wonderful, it's the only cookbook you'll need to stay thin and healthy.

This is the last diet book you will ever need. If you follow the principles outlined in the Tortoise book, and take the slow and steady approach to weight loss described in the book, you will have changed the behaviors that have allowed food to be your enemy rather than your ally. There is also online support to help chart your progress. This is optional, but I highly recommend it. You are not alone, so what are you waiting for?

"By chipping away at bad habits, one at a time, you'll soon see a noticeable difference in your life...if you make the commitment to begin your `journey of a thousand miles,' and do it one step at a time, you will succeed." ~ pg. 5

The Tortoise Diet is not a quick solution to weight loss, it is a long-term solution to permanent weight loss. In this informative book you learn how to achieve your perfect weight through a series of lifestyle changes.

Patricia S. Church discusses fad diets and explains why eating seven specific items each day will help you lose more weight. Is a Low-Carb Diet really the best choice? Tricks like eating fruit after dinner and making sure you have vinegar on your salad are tried and true diet winners. If you love cooking there are ideas for blending your own flour or using stevia in your recipes. Some of the recipes include:

Olive Tamponade
Spinach-Artichoke Dip
Pesto Sauce
Mango Salsa
Thai Chicken Salad

Overall this is an excellent book that sums up the diet choices and then points the way to lifestyle changes that will help you keep the weight off for the long-term. Food Planning and Preparation Habits, Exercise Habits and Energy Management Habits are all discussed.

The meal plans and dinners at the end of the book are helpful if you are trying to figure out anything from a 125 to a 575 calorie meal plan. Instead of having to calculate each food, you can select a group of foods and work it into your daily meal plan. The recipes are also well suited to anyone counting calories as portions are given according to the final calories.

~The Rebecca Review