losing it

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By Laurel Gillum

Follow these do’s and don’ts for losing weight and shaping up for summer.

don’t starve yourself.

Research shows that by refraining from eating proper meals, you can lose valuable muscle tissue. The goal is not to lose muscle mass but to lose weight from fat.

do eat breakfast.

You’ve heard the rumor that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Stock your pantry with quick, healthy breakfast food, such as high-fiber cereal, wholegrain toast, oatmeal and fresh fruit. Your lunches and dinners should be equally as balanced.

do eat (healthy) fats.

Healthy fats, such as omega-3s are essential for weight loss. Your body uses omega-3s to maintain the integrity and function of your body’s cell membranes,