A Loser Who Won Betty Jo Hansen
Betty Jo Hansen ends a 16 year struggle with weight by losing 60 pounds in six months, dropping from 210 to 150 and from a size 20% to a size 15. She credits dieting, family support, and a glandular history, with the drive to continue the battle. Her son’s quiet whistle marked a personal victory.
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The article argues dieting secretly is trendy and social status is shown by restraint. Women discuss weight loss achievements openly, using diet talk as a social signal and conversation fuel at gatherings, making quiet calorie counting unlikely to catch on.
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A list promotes weight loss with physician guidance and self awareness. It urges weighing regularly and counting calories to curb excess intake while stressing balanced meals and improved habits to avoid overeating during stress. It notes eating patterns and appetite control as key steps.
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