Five Dieting Mistakes to Avoid

You are already on your way to losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle because you have cut back on sugar, fat and salt and added more fiber, protein, fruit and vegetables to your daily diet.

While you are well on the road to dieting success, make sure you avoid the following five mistakes:

1. Don't eat too much, even if it's fruits and vegetables. Even too much of a good thing is simply too much and can pack on extra unwanted calories.
2. Don't forget to write everything down. When you keep a food journal, you have an accurate understanding of exactly what you are eating and how to improve your habits.
3. Don't be tempted to eat just "one". Sweet, salty snacks can be trigger foods that bring on binge eating so avoid temptation.
4. Don't speculate about portion size. Measure your portions so you know you are eating the right amount of food.
5. Don't skip meals. Develop meal plans and stick to them to avoid hunger and possible binge eating.

By avoiding common dieting mistakes, you will be fit and trim sooner than you think!