Recipe Makeovers for Your Favorite Foods

May 11, 2015 "When you reach your goal, reward yourself! Treat yourself to something special."— Edward R. Laskowski, M.D. Healthy Cooking Recipe makeovers: 5 tips for healthier dishes Perhaps the biggest misconception about healthy eating is that you have to give up your favorite foods in exchange for bland and boring dishes — not true. In fact, with just a few minor adjustments, you can make healthy versions of the meals you love without sacrificing flavor. Here are five techniques you can use to help create healthy recipes. Try these simple cooking suggestions » Healthy Living 4 ways to make lasting habits Everyone approaches the process of personal change a little differently. But these key principles can help guide anyone in making healthy habits stick for the long term. Read on to see how you can enjoy a lifetime of healthier living — and a healthy weight! Learn how to adopt healthy habits » Today's Weight-Loss Tip How to handle a lapse A lapse happens when you revert to your old behaviors temporarily. If several lapses have occurred in a short time, it's tempting to think your weight-loss plan is too challenging. Not to worry. A lapse is just that: a short-term bump in the road. To get back on track, don't let negative thoughts take over. Remember: Mistakes happen, and each day is a chance to start anew. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization. Proceeds from website advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products or services. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities BECOME A MEMBER! Thanks for joining our mailing list, dr.samah.saied.ahmed@gmail.com, for the Mayo Clinic Diet on Monday May 11, 2015. REMOVE me from this list | ADD me to this list | Customer service Copyright 2015 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy