Who Will Get Fat First?
Will your eating habits today cause you to blow up later in life? Find out which women our expert says will have the fattest future
By Lambeth Hochwald
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Will your eating habits today cause you to blow up later in life? Find out which women our expert says will have the fattest future -- you'll be surprised.
The Protein-Packer
"My wheat allergy is a blessing in disguise."
--Colleen, 27, actress
Height: 5' 8½"
Weight: 135
Dress size: 6
Eating style: Two years ago, Colleen found out that she is allergic to wheat. At the recommendation of her allergist, she eliminated all wheat from her diet -- and lost 30 pounds. "I actually consider myself lucky that I can't eat wheat anymore. As a result, my diet has become much healthier -- high in protein and low in carbs. No more doughnut treats for me."
Breakfast: Yogurt and a banana.
Lunch: Turkey burger with cheese (no bun) and a side salad. Snacks include raw vegetables, turkey bacon, peanuts and yogurt. Colleen drinks milk throughout the day.
Dinner: Chicken breast with a plate of vegetables or a hamburger with cheese (no bun) and salad.
Vice: Sweets. For dessert, she'll have a mini chocolate bar, or maybe a few spoonfuls of ice cream.
Exercise: Dancing or cardio workouts; in addition, weight-training five times a week.
Why the expert gave a one-star rating: Colleen will stay svelte -- unless she gets bored with her repetitive diet and overeats her "legal" wheat-free foods, says Bauer.
Diet fix: Colleen's diet is basically healthy, says Bauer. "She's eating lean proteins and plenty of veggies, which is terrific, but she should be getting some wheat-free grains (like rice and corn-flour cereals) and wheat-free breads throughout the day for quick fuel. Eating too few carbs can zap the energy she needs for her athletic lifestyle."
