After all of the heavy holiday dinners, sweet treats, and snacking, it's no surprise to see a few added inches to our waistlines and weight on the scale. Getting back on track to a healthier lifestyle may seem difficult, but there are a few tips and tricks everyone can use to boost new weight loss and healthy living goals.
Recognize the foods that truly fill you up—these may include:
- High fiber foods
- Whole grains
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Lean proteins
- Fish
- Turkey
- Low-fat dairy
- Beans and lentils
- Healthy fats
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Avocados
- Flax seeds
- Drink water to stay hydrated
How to stay on track with your healthy lifestyle food plan?
Feeling hungry? Recognize trigger foods and rebound foods
- Make an appointment with your treat
- Make every calorie count—don't fill up on sugary liquids
- Be choosy about snacks—find your favorite protein bar
- Include more fiber and lean protein in diet
- Keep a food log
- Don't get discouraged if you slip up, simple little steps add up to big changes
