Week 51
Like Boy Scouts, dieters have to be prepared

I'm definitely a big snacker.  I probably eat something every 2-3 hours every day so if I don't plan and count, it's very easy to overeat without even realizing it. My main work strategy is to keep a fully stocked snack drawer so I have good choices within reach. 
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