Getting Started

Any time we wish to change our habits or behavior there is always a bit of rough spot when starting out. It always seems like there are so many things to do at once that we aren't sure where to start. Counting calories is the same way.

I urge you to start slowly. Begin by purchasing or finding a journal to track you calories in. Also, pick up a scale if you don't have one. Then just start recording the calories you consume.

As you go along swap out foods that aren't too healthy for healthier options. One or two items at a time is a good pace to make over your diet. If you change too much too quickly it will be much harder to maintain.

Your taste buds also need some time to adjust to different foods. As time goes by you may notice that the healthy foods that didn't taste so good at first are now tasting much better. So work in fruits and vegetables to replace snacks from the vending machine.

One week swap white bread for whole wheat bread. After a while you won't notice the difference between your healthier choice and the less healthy food of the past. It is these small changes that will make great big differences in the long run. A month or two into it you will be able to reach your calorie goals while eating healthier foods.