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#MyResolution to transform in 2013

I HATE RESOLUTIONS.

Don’t get me wrong, I  make them year after year.  I figure that I’ve made approximately 50 resolutions or more in my time, and I’ve let about 45 of them leave me with the feeling of failure. Last year I made it a point to NOT call my changes resolutions but rather intentions. That didn’t work either.

THIS YEAR I REALIZE

It doesn’t matter WHAT I call them, it’s simply a matter of taking the first step to change. So without a ton of fanfare, my friend Lisa & I started a facebook group to help not only the two of us change throughout the year, but our online friends as well.

I CALLED IN THE TROUPS

Because I KNEW that I couldn’t do this alone. I have VERY unhealthy eating habits, and not only was the weight packing on, but my skin had a gray look to it, I had health/physical issues and most of all I had no energy. It’s difficult to break old habits. Right off the bat I’ve

1. Enlisted the help of Diet-to-Go – I LOVE good food (hence the excess pounds), and their diet delivery service offers FRESH food rather than frozen.

2. Called on motivational guru Pete Cohen – I need a little hand holding to stick with things when they get rough. I’ll have more about Pete soon.

3. Began a program to help cope – My last doctor’s visit ended in the question “What do you do to shut it off?” meaning, how do you relax and rejuvenate? He WROTE ME A PRESCRIPTION THAT SIMPLY SAID: YOGA. Killing 2 birds with one stone, I knew that my first step would be to begin doing simple yoga. Again, I’ll have more for you soon.

4. Walking – I now have the happiest miniature bull-terrier in South Florida. He LOVES going for walks. Mr. S and I have been taking time each day to walk together…as a family. It doesn’t feel like exercise, and I’m getting some great Florida sunshine right along with my workout.

BRASS TACKS

Being a post-menopausal, champagne living, woman about town type – I’ve gotten used to good food. This Thursday I meet with Todd English (he’s making a “tasting” for me), Michelle Bernstein has cooked for me, etc. There are two things that I REALLY LOVE.  Incredible food and lots of it.

The Diet-to-Go diet delivery service has the PERFECT program, whether you prefer a basic 1200 calorie (1600 calories for men) food plan, are a vegetarian, or are have decided to go low-carb. They cook your food and send it off FRESH each week. YES FRESH. This is my first time with a REAL diet delivery service (I’ve tried the frozen and shelf stable ones before), and I can tell (or show you) what a BIG difference it makes.

Look at that sandwich!

I LOVE NOT COOKING!

Especially when the food is homemade like this. My favorite is the 7-day a week, 3 meal a day program. WHY? Because I’d never bother to make myself something like apple pancakes (especially during the week), so I actually feel like I’m TREATING rather than depriving myself.

The volume of food that Diet-to-Go sends is INCREDIBLY satisfying. Not ONCE have I felt hungry.

The variety is enough to keep  me happy – I go out to dinner OFTEN. In 3 days of Diet-to-Go I’ve had meals like Chicken Creole, Whitefish Parmesan, and Linguine Shrimp Alfredo. I could NEVER get bored of my diet eating like this.

How did they make a diet alfredo sauce that was SO GOOD?

I’m not saying it won’t be a struggle

That’s why I’ve set myself up for success this time. It’s only week #2 of the New Year, but I’m already 5 pounds lighter than I was last week, and I feel a WHOLE LOT BETTER. I’m eating healthy low calorie foods and taking care of myself both inside and out.

You can do it to

  • Diet-to-Go offers the lowest cost FRESH diet delivery service out there. Epicurious (waving hi to my bestie Raffi who writes for Bon Appétit and Epicurious) has named it the #1 Diet Delivery company!
  • You can go week to week. There are  no contracts or obligations. When you feel like you can tackle it all on your own, simply let them know.
  • 100% satisfaction guarantee
  • Choose from plans that include 2 meals per day or 3 meals, a 5 day a week plan or a full 7-days a week of fabulous food. Vegetarians, and those that find low carbohydrate plans work best for them have great choices as well.

VEGETARIAN pie with Cous Cous!

According to a University of Washington study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, high-quality, healthy foods cost on average $18.16 per 1,000 calories – just for the ingredients! That’s why eating healthy with Diet-to-Go is such a great value. With Diet-to-Go, you can get a delicious variety of fully prepared, healthy meals for just $17.02 per 1,000 calories. And, everything you need is included. No shopping, no complicated recipes, and no messy clean-up – It’s like having your own personal chef. Best of all, it may be less expensive than trying to do it on your own.

For more details check out:

  • Diet-to-Go Website
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
Don’t miss the 1,000 meal giveaway on Facebook this week!

This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™, but all my opinions are my own


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About Zipporah Sandler

Zipporah Sandler AKA Zippy is a lifestyle and travel specialist who after living everywhere from Providence to Paris found herself suddenly residing in South Florida (something she swore she’d never do).

Whether it be San Pellegrino water or Louis Roderer Cristal, Zippy suggests that you keep your life sparkling and your glass full.

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Comments

  1. Sandy Jenney says

    January 9, 2013 at 9:09 am

    I’m right there with ya Zippy! I also am to a point that I know I HAVE to do something! Thanks so much for the support group on FB.

  2. Fadar says

    January 9, 2013 at 10:54 am

    I’ve reached the age where I’m going to have to do something. It’s not just going to magically fall off after a week of salads. But I immediately felt a pang of anxiety when I read 1200 calories. Can’t I be a man? I need at least 200 calories more! And is this supposed to include wine? And am I supposed to not be hungry?

    I think you’re probably starting to see some of my problem.

  3. Fadra says

    January 9, 2013 at 10:56 am

    Oh, and that was supposed to be from FADRA (not FADAR).

  4. Zippy says

    January 9, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    Sandy – if we stick together for support we’ll do GREAT this year. You can always call or skype when thing get tough.

  5. Zippy says

    January 9, 2013 at 12:26 pm

    I knew it was you Fadra (your photo popped up)…LOL

  6. Zippy says

    January 9, 2013 at 12:28 pm

    The only way that I know of to be able to increase those calories while dieting is to increase the OUTPUT (exercise) – UGH. I save 100 calories for wine each day, because it actually keeps me from grabbing something sweet (more calories), besides WE DESERVE that glass of wine.

  7. Naomi says

    January 9, 2013 at 12:50 pm

    Those do look about a million times better than the frozen diet meals, which always seem sad and lonely. Looking forward to a great year with you!

  8. Caitlin says

    January 9, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    Hi Fadar. If you need the extra 200 calories, we have plenty of healthy snack ideas on our Pinterest page: http://pinterest.com/diettogo/. However, you may be surprised how filling the food is. Visit diettogo.com and click on Free Diet Analysis to determine which plan would work best for you. Thanks for your interest. Let us know if you have any questions by tweeting @diettogo or visiting our Facebook page: facebook.com/diettogo.

  9. Caitlin says

    January 9, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    Thanks for your review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the food and were able to learn about proper portion-sizes and the value of eating filling, nutritious meals. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns by tweeting us @diettogo or sending us a message on Facebook.

  10. Krista says

    January 10, 2013 at 5:21 am

    SO proud of you, Zippy!! You are doing a fantastic job and I love that you’ve found a company that delivers such fresh and healthy food. It really does look delicious and I’m delighted that it’s working so well for you. 🙂 XO

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