If you want to lose weight without really feeling the the pain, follow the suggestions below by Rebecca Kegler and in no time you will gradually take off pounds.

Dip your fork in the side of salad dressing THEN into your salad.

Grilled is better than Breaded.

Take a small portion of desserts and no seconds.

Low fat dairy products along with a lot of vegetables equals lower blood pressure.

Eat Oatmeal in the morning at least twice a week.

Pick up a copy of this issue of the Michigan Bulletin for more tips. . .

Source: Rebecca Kegler. Healthy and Fit July 2005

George T. Rowan, Ph.D. is a professor in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources at Michigan State University and chairperson of the Ingham County Board of Health.