Thoughts on Eating and Weight

It would be no exaggeration to say that in the last 40 years there has been more written about nutrition and diet than any other subject except maybe things relating to the Christian faith. Much of what has been written on nutrition and diet pertain to losing weight. To be at the top of your game mentally and physically you must maintain an ideal body weight.
Countless books have been written on how to achieve your ideal body weight. Thankfully, like so many things in life, there is a very simple way to reach that goal. No complex formulas or  buying of books is needed. It all boils down to common sense and the fundamental laws of physiology. If your level of physical activity during the course of the day is minimal, then your caloric intake should be restricted.You mean I can't eat 3 full meals if I'm not working out or engaging in an occupation that is physically demanding? You know the answer to that. Again, it's common sense, you can't take in more calories than you burn. Now the real question is, what if anything are you going to do about it?
Some random related thoughts on the subject:
The problem with weight control is that most of us know what we need to do but aren't willing to do it. If you are having problems in this area try these suggestions---begin the day as I mentioned in the initial post for this site----when you get up in the morning look at yourself naked in the mirror. Take a good look; consider the softness, the fleshiness, the sagging skin and cellulite. Ask yourself: what am I going to do or not do about this today? Think of the way you looked in the morning when you later reach for that piece of "food" you know has zero redeeming nutritional value.                          We must begin to foster an eating to live mindset instead of a living to eat one. Make a conscious effort to not view food and eating as a focal point of your life. Put eating in the same category as other essential bodily functions such as bathing, sleeping and elimination.                                                                                                                                        Foods that people find most appealing and addicting are ones that are either fat laden or loaded with sugar. Avoid them. An in season peach or apple never tasted better than when it's the first thing you've eaten in hours. Try it. Even the most debased taste buds will find this appealing.
Ultimately, it all comes down to you, it's mind over matter, your body. We must nurture and develop our minds. When we do, the controlling of our body will become less of a struggle. It is my hope to show you how.
I felt energetic today, even though I'm working later I ran for awhile-- for less that a half hour-- also did some stretching and sit-ups.
What have you got planned?