Twelve months…twelve small changes. Let’s break up the big New Year resolution in to 12 smaller “bite-sized” nutrition steps. Any number of these small changes will make a positive difference in your diet. Give them a try, one each month. By the end of the year, you’ll find that you’re 12 healthy habits closer to feeling better…and likely a few pounds lighter! (For even greater results, use these tips with our Twelve Steps to Better Fitness.)
- January: Eat breakfast for a majority of days each week.
- February: Reduce liquid sugar intake by a third (or more).
- March: Drink more water.
- April: Replace less healthy choices with fruits and veggies.
- May: Support local food producers (farmers markets, local farmers).
- June: Cut grains in half for 3 days each week.
- July: Replace fatty cuts of meat with a lean protein source when you can.
- August: Make half your grains whole.
- September: Track what you eat for 3 days this month.
- October: Reduce calorie intake without reducing the amount of food you eat.
- November: Use smaller plates at home.
- December: Eat as a family for the majority of days each week.
Flexibility Series – Workout 2