| "There's a lot of great-tasting food that also happens to be healthy. Be open to new tastes and foods — it can be a great experience." — Donald D. Hensrud, M.D., M.P.H. |
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 | | Healthy Habits | | Learn how to track your eating habits | | How much food do you let go unaccounted for each day? Stealing nibbles from your child's plate, grabbing a small muffin from the office kitchen or munching on nuts while you cook dinner may not seem like weight-loss deal breakers; however, all of those extra bites add up. In fact, most people underestimate what they eat in a day. If you think that's not true for you, take this test: Keep track of everything you eat. Record portion sizes, your mood and what you were doing. Then evaluate your records at the end of the day. Research shows that logging your eating habits is one of the best ways to change unhealthy eating habits. It can also be your first step toward long-term weight loss. Start your food record today! | | Here's how to start a food record » | | |
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You probably know that regular physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It lowers your risk of chronic health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, depression and some cancers. But what exactly is physical activity? And how do you know if you're getting enough? Read on to find out just how effective your everyday movements really are.
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Tips for making lasting changes
It takes time for new habits to feel natural. But you can do it if you keep a positive attitude, stay committed and focus on small, doable changes. Keep taking small steps toward your goals. Changing your life doesn't happen all at once. Keep in mind that changing behaviors in small ways can add up to a big difference in your life.
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