A healthy persepctive on a new year

It is the time of year for New Years resolutions. Everyone has one…even if you cannot say it out loud. Surveys unanimously agree that the #1 New Years resolution is to lose weight. In theory, it is a great goal. Unfortunately, stating that you want to lose weight will not change the number on the scale. People often make resolutions that are so unrealistic that they feel extreme disappointment when they cannot meet their goal. What a horrible feeling to experience year after year!! Instead of setting yourself for failure, what if you created a plan for success?
When it comes to weight loss, there are a lot of myths and misinformation out there. Think of this New Year as a great time to start fresh with a new outlook on health. Set a goal that is within reach…what a wonderful feeling it would be to succeed!!!!

The following provides some information to motivate you to get yourself on a successful and healthy path.

• Decreasing your daily caloric intake by 100 calories a day (one less cookie then usual) can result in a 10-pound weight loss in the coming year. 10-pounds!
• All foods can fit when you're trying to lose weight. For certain high-calorie foods, it's simply a matter of how much and how often you include them. Depriving yourself of your favorite foods is usually short lived. Finding moderation is key for success.
• Weight loss also doesn't have to involve severe hunger and cruel, small portions. It's not the volume of food that matters, it's the total calories consumed at the end of the day.
  Multiple studies have shown that even small amounts of weight loss (a 10% weight loss) can improve things such as cholesterol level, blood pressure and blood sugar control.
• It is so easy to want to believe there is a quick fix. Always question the source and keep in mind that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
• Changing your perspective on weight loss will allow you to create realistic goals. Getting healthy this New Year can be an enjoyable experience. Promise!