After you reach your weight goal

You will need to remain conscious of your eating choices for the rest of your life. You don’t, however, have to eat 100 percent healthy all of the time. Most of the time, eat real foods: eggs, meat, vegetables, fruit, whole grains, legumes, and so on. Some of the time, splurge. It’s okay to enjoy ice cream every once in a while. It’s okay to savor a chocolate chip cookie or a small slice of pie. It’s okay as long as you hold yourself to a reasonable portion and stay in control as you eat.