Now you can finally have a complete weight loss program or contest for your employees or clients for a whole year. We have included every topic they will need to be a "loser." Putting a goal like weight loss into 12 easy lessons is a winning idea for you, your employees and clients. Lesson programs with multiple lessons put your attendees in the habit of coming back to class for your knowledge and support. Group programs can make weight loss education more affordable for individuals and at the same time bring more money into your practice. If you are an employee-based facility, having a program for everyone promotes teamwork and success This 12 lesson plan for weight loss breaks a difficult goal into 12 easy lessons that are relevant for today's consumer. There are 12 lessons and they are flexible - teach one per day, one per week, one more month - any way you like. All lessons follow the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and are kept up to date - you can ask for updated files anytime. Lessons are made for today's time-pressed consumer who often has very rich food choices everywhere - fast food, coffee shops, the snack cart, parties, grocery stores, gas stations and more. Food log lessons by Victoria Shanta Retelny, MS, RD. Lesson 13 - Getting Started - whoa Let's make realistic goals and learn to focus on the right ones - now we are on our way Lesson 14 - Home Exercise - you can burn a lot of calories right in your own home; now you will have no excuse Lesson 15 - Shopping Light - start right in the grocery store to make a better shopping cart so you don't bring home too many calories Lesson 16 - Cooking Light Portion Control Cooking - using portion control in meal preparation is important and we make it easy Lesson 17 - Fast Food Alternatives - a few rules, some warnings and a load of good options for those who must eat on the run Lesson 18 - Healthy Plate - here is an easy way to get it right - fill the plate half full with veggies and a little protein and starch Lesson 19 - Vacation Light - why not use vacation time to jump start your healthy lifestyle efforts? here is how (great for summer ) Lesson 20 - Fad Diets: Don't Waste Your Time - here is a great show that will explain the importance of your program Lesson 21 - Brown Bag It - lunch can be a great time to eat healthfully out of the bag and walk a little Lesson 22 - Stress Eating and Food Cravings - stress and cravings can really take you down the wrong path; here is what to do Lesson 23 - Holiday Lights: Survival to Keep Off the Pounds - how to not gain weight during the holidays Lesson 24 - Healthy Diet Doesn't Come in a Pill - an easy fix is not the answer