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Weight loss after 50: Stick to the plan to stay on target

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By afterthekidsleave May 18, 2013 1 Comment

Dear Wendy, You know that old saw about how it’s better to beg forgiveness than ask for permission? I’ve discovered that when it comes to food and weight loss, the opposite is more likely to be the case. I’ve talked a lot here about tracking the food I eat. That’s really a key component of …

Sigh. Story of my life.
Why hello, my fine fellow! What do you say to a swim in some butter on your way down the hatch?
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