"Remember that losing weight and maintaining weight loss require lifestyle changes in diet, exercise and the behaviors associated with these habits." — Donald D. Hensrud, M.D., M.S. |
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| Eating Out | Make healthy choices at any restaurant | Do you have plans to get takeout this weekend? You can enjoy food from restaurants without sabotaging your weight-loss plan — you just need to have a healthy-eating strategy in place. Most restaurant dishes contain hidden fat and extra calories. These can be found in items such as sauces and dressings or in added butter used during the cooking process. Steer clear of these kinds of food traps and feel good about your dining experience with these tips. | Make menu-savvy decisions » | | |
Healthy Habits 5 smart food-shopping tips Getting food from your favorite restaurant during the weekend is fun, but it's also a good time to prepare for the week ahead. The truth is, when you eat at home, you consume fewer calories. But in order to make delicious healthy meals, you need to have the right foods on hand — and that starts with food shopping. Read on to learn how to plan for your trip to the grocery store and how to make the right choices once you're there. Shop smart with these suggestions » | | Today's Fitness Tip Exercise: Every minute counts! Don't have time for a full 60-minute workout? Don't sweat it. Shorter spurts of exercise, such as 10-minute of walks spaced throughout the day, offer benefits too. The key is to get moving. Take the stairs, walk during your lunch break and do household chores at a pace fast enough to get your heart pumping. It all adds up! | | | ADVERTISEMENT | | Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. | Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities | |