Losing and Maintaining Weight is a Second Job Part II

Well its over, the family did excellent. We ended up losing a total of 104 lbs. My sister Jennifer lost over 30 lbs. But then again we say that we are not finished. See my brother Nathan and his finance are getting married in June, I know I could lose some more weight before that happens. Here's a little hint on losing weight without sacrificing your mainstay foods, just cut the portion sizes in half and try to cut the butter.
Restaurant portions are way too big in the US. My really good friend and his wife every time I go out to eat with them, share their meals at restaurants. I can see why they have maintained a healthy life style. Also, if your low on cash its a great way to eat out without spending a lot of money.
If making Chocolate Chip Cookies, change the all purpose flour for whole wheat. Join in on the fun, make losing weight a game, but still hold yourself accountable for losing the jelly belly.
If you are like me, you probably like to socially drink beer, well on a weight loss run, switch to light beer, less calories and carbs.
Ok, there is a miss conception on carbs out there. People you need carbs in your diet, they will get you through the day. Eat your carbs for Breakfast and try to stay away from them at night. The reason is that carbs contain sugar that your blood needs to get you through the day. Carbs are not needed at night because your body is in shut down mood getting ready to sleep. In the morning you can have a delicious whole wheat, multi grain or bran anything in the morning. Coffee is ok too, but leave out the added stuff like cream or sugar. In fact switch to herbal teas. I am a chef and I don't drink coffee, so if I can get through my day without it, so can you.
Don't forget to snack during the day!!! An apple or piece of fruit three hours after you eat is volatile in helping the body burn more calories. I am no expert at this but, I have heard that when the body is digesting good foods, it burns calories while processing it down.

Don't forget to drink water!!! Eight glasses a day really helps. Well everyone, I will be updating you on the Kaderlik Biggest Loser II. There is only three players but we still have another 100 lbs to lose.

Since the New Year is around the corner, I will pledge only 1 hour of my life to exercise everyday. What is your goal?