How are you doing with your new years resolution?

I read this article from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, which I am a part of, and I wanted to share this with you guys.

We are in april, and it is a good idea to assess where you are with your health related resolutions and make sure you are on track.

Here are some tips: 

• Start by assessing your food choices and lifestyle. Keep track of what you eat and drink so you can identify behaviors you would like to change.
• Break big goals into smaller, more specific goals. Include a list of realistic changes in your daily routine to achieve these specific goals. Divide big and vague goals like "I will eat better" into smaller, more specific goals like "I will eat one more piece of fruit per day."
• Make sure the goals you set are measurable and provide answers to “How much?” or “How many?” so you can easily review and track your progress.
• Be patient if you don't see a huge difference right away. Real change takes time, commitment and encouragement.
• Decide on a starting and ending point to realistically achieve your goals. Make sure you are giving yourself enough time so you are not discouraged if you haven't met your goals.
• Evaluate your progress every week or two, and update your plan based upon your current progress or circumstances.
• Seek help from a qualified health professional. A registered dietitian is your best source of reliable and up-to-date food and nutrition information.
• Reward yourself. Change is hard work and you deserve a pat on the back. In the end, feeling good and enjoying the best possible health will always be your best reward.

Source: Eatright.org, The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

http://www.eatright.org/Public/content.aspx?id=6442467410&terms=%22New+Year%22

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Xoxo,
Danielle

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