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Dieting With the Duchess: Secrets and Sensible Advice for a Great Body
Dieting With the Duchess Secrets and Sensible Advice for a Great Body Author:Sarah Ferguson She's established herself as a hardworking single mother who is successfully conquering her weight issues. Now Sarah, The Duchess of York shares her personal secrets and tips for her healthful new lifestyle and tells every woman how she, too, can be a winner in the battle of the bulge. — Dieting with The Duchess blends the sound weight... more »-loss guidance of the trusted authority in weight loss, Weight Watchers, with the real-life, real-woman-wisdom of The Duchess of York. The book begins with "My Truths," the five rules The Duchess learned on her own weight-loss journey. She talks about some of the highs -- and lows -- she has experienced since becoming Weight Watchers spokesperson, how she sticks to an eating and exercise plan when she's always on the go, and the challenges of losing pounds while the world is watching. "Nutritional Know-How" gives you a primer on food fundamentals, including information on the food groups and nutritional supplements. "Moving and Losing" emphasizes the importance of exercise. There are simple techniques for creating the workout that suits your unique exercise style, and for getting -- and staying -- motivated. "Discovering the Real You" will show you how to (re)discover your true self during the weight-loss process, encouraging you to explore your weight and body image issues, and suggesting practical ways to project a positive self-image and change your behavior. Throughout the book, The Duchess offers her own advice on everything from smart eating ("I pack a lunch pail to take with me when I'm running from meeting to meeting") to exercising to learning from your past mistakes ("I'm trying to learn something new every day"). And last, but certainly not least, Dieting with The Duchess includes 75 delicious recipes (1*2*3 Success Weight Loss Plan POINTSvalues included). From delicious soups and salads to sweet and savory breads, from family friendly fare to elegant entrées to divine desserts, you'll savor a wide selection of foods and flavors that will satisfy all your senses.« less
Amey G. reviewed Dieting With the Duchess: Secrets and Sensible Advice for a Great Body on + 28 more book reviews
Very good dieting cookbook. Has an overview of Ferguson's weight loss journey, lots of inspiration, an introduction to the principles of weightloss with Weight Watchers, tons of great menus (with Points values) and menu ideas.