Transform your nutrition resolutions into lasting habits with these insightful strategies.
Sheila Cunningham, Health Contributor, The St. Louis ARGUS
New Year resolutions go far back in history some 4,000 years ago, starting with the ancient Babylonians. It may have looked a little different but the concept was the same and so was the act of breaking them.
The most popular New Year’s resolution is weight loss, but as we all know, what we lose is most likely to be found. The truth is that most of us, self-sabotage our New Year’s resolution by failing to set realistic goals.
Let’s count down the ten most common ways to self-sabotage your New Year’s resolutions.
10- Not knowing your Why. Studies show that if you have a Why that creates emotions for you, you are more likely to follow through, like wanting to be there for your grandkids or the goal of being mobile in your later years.
9- Not having a plan. “If you fail to plan, You are planning to fail”- Benjamin Franklin. Create a to-do list or set realistic goals to help you be accountable.
8-Not surrounding yourself with like-minded people. “Show me your friends, I’ll show you your food”-Sheila Cunningham. Studies show that the most successful people have a social network that supports their goals and new lifestyles.
7-Not having a healthy sleep routine. The time that you go to sleep (the best time is 10 pm), the quality of sleep, and the quantity is all important when it comes to maintaining a healthy weight.
6-Not keeping track of your progress. The simple act of writing down what you eat and how you feel helps you see how your food selections and emotions work together.
5-Not having a positive mindset. Affirmations, and positive self-talk, put you in a great space for achieving things that are new to you.
4-Not finding a balance in your life. Balancing the mind, body, and spirit is key to your New health goals.
3-Not drinking enough water. Dehydration can lead to cravings and other health issues.
2-Not managing stress. Stress causes the release of the hormone cortisol, chronic production can lead to weight gain and disease.
1-Not eating a healthy diet. Vegan, Vegetarian, or Plan-Forward, The thing that they all have in common is fruit and vegetables (organic is best) Eat from the rainbow, you can’t go wrong!
Happy New Year!
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