Put Down That Bagel! Break Bad Habits Now

JANUARY 28, 2015

"Assign a positive meaning to your exercise. For instance, when you're healthier and active, you will have more energy, so you can play with your children or grandchildren longer." — Amit Sood, M.D.
Make Better Choices 5 ways to change unhealthy eating habits Grabbing a bagel on your way to work or going out for pizza on Friday night may be as routine as brushing your teeth. How many poor eating choices do you make without even thinking about it? Breaking unhealthy eating habits that have been acquired over the years is tough — but not impossible. The first step is to bring awareness to your daily habits and then develop a plan to improve them. Use these tips to help get you started. Start changing unhealthy eating habits now »
Healthy Habits 4 ways to make new habits stick Tired of quick fixes that just backfire later? Want to stick to your 2015 resolutions and form healthy habits for life? We're here to help. Read on to learn how you can build your confidence and make changes that will create lasting healthy habits. Try these tactics » Today's Healthy-Eating Tip Try these 100-calorie snacks Healthy snacks can satisfy hunger and keep you from overeating at meals, which can lower total daily calories. Try these 100-calorie ideas: 1 cup sliced bananas and fresh raspberries; 2 cups of carrots; 3 1/2 cups air-popped popcorn; 5 Melba toast crackers or rye or pumpernickel crackers; 2 tablespoons of peanuts; or 2 domino-sized pieces of low-fat Colby or cheddar cheese.	ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization. Proceeds from website advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products or services. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities