Not
surprisingly, year after year the number one New Year’s resolution is weight
loss! The easiest way to reach your
desired weight is to set small incremental goals. For instance, instead of trying to lose 20 pounds
in a month you will be more successful with a goal of one to two pounds per week. The smaller weekly goals are more easily
attainable when you have a plan of action.
Following are some suggestions to help you create better eating habits
and support weight loss during the month of January:
§ Eat at least one piece
of fruit and two vegetables every day (e.g., salad and soups are easy ways to
include more vegetables). Gradually
increase your consumption of fruits and vegetables until reaching approximately
1 ½ - 2 cups of fruit per day and 2 ½ - 3 cups of vegetables per day (see www.choosemyplate.gov).
§ Use a smaller plate –
the bigger the plate the more you eat!
Reducing portion size is a key element in creating a healthy dietary
lifestyle.
§ Do not purchase packaged
crackers, cookies, or chips during the month of January.
§ Eat ONE small handful
of nuts a day (no bigger than your palm).
§ Eat fish at least once
a week – it’s easier to cook than you think!
§ Stop drinking sodas and
fancy coffee drinks (they’re loaded with sugar) – drink water and you’ll find
you like it!
§ Cook more meals at
home – salads count!
§ Use a crock pot! It’s a great way to have a meal waiting for
you when you get home from work.
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