Twelve Easy Ways to Improve Your Health

Big changes are HARD to make and even harder to stick with, which is why so many of us struggle with our weight and overall health. This is why we suggest small changes you can easily adapt into your life. Choose one easy change each month and this time next year you will have made a BIG impact in your health.

1. Eat fish twice per week. Look for choices that are high in Omega 3 fatty acids when you can. 
2. Choose low sodium versions of canned vegetables, tomatoes and soups. 
3. Limit yourself to eating only half of your restaurant meal and take the other half home for another meal. 
4. Read the labels of the foods you are buying and if you can’t pronounce anything on the label, PUT it BACK. 
5. Eliminate one sugary or artificially sweetened drink each day and replace it with water. 
6. Cut 100 calories from your diet each day and in a year you’ll lose 10 lbs! 
7. Commit to some activity each and every day. It can be as simple as taking a walk or 10 minutes of abdominal exercises. Every bit counts. 
8. Replace your dessert with a healthier option such as fruit. 
9. Focus on stress reduction. Think about what relaxes you, take a deep breath and live in the moment. 
10. Sleep no less than 6 hours and no more than 8 hours. Both have been shown to result in an increased appetite and weight gain. 
11. Get a checkup… See your dentist every 6 months and doctor every 12 months for a routine examination. 
12. Have at least one serving of vegetables or fruit with every meal.   

Commit to these simple changes and in no time you will significantly improve your health. Studies also show that success breeds success, meaning that when people see that making small health changes has a positive impact, they are motivated to make more changes and stick with them. Start today for a healthier tomorrow.