The Healthy Habit That Promotes Weight Loss

November 15, 2017 "Find what motivates you. Post your reasons for making a change where you'll see them most often. If your reasons change as time goes on, make changes to your list."— Philip T. Hagen, M.D. Mind and Body 5 tips for a better night's sleep Sleep is a healthy habit that can help you manage stress and make smarter choices, factors that help support your weight-loss efforts. Yet, most of us simply aren't getting enough sleep. Everyday demands — and, yes, your smartphone — are likely culprits that can negatively impact your sleep. Either too little or too much sleep can make it tough to function at your best. Sleep better and wake up feeling more rested with this advice. Improve your sleep with these tips » Healthy Recipes Treat yourself: 5 fun fruit recipes Be inspired with these tasty fruit-focused recipes that prove healthy eating really can be a treat. Plus, you'll love how simple but satisfying they are. (Grilled cinnamon pear slices, anyone?) Feel free to swap in different ingredients based on the season or your preferences — just be sure to choose fresh or fresh-frozen fruit, which has been quickly frozen at its peak for optimal nutrition. Try these sweet suggestions » Today's Nutrition Tip Whole foods vs. supplements Dietary supplements can complement your regular diet if you have trouble getting enough nutrients, but they aren't meant to be food substitutes. Whole foods provide greater nutrition and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals that are designed to work together. Whole foods also provide dietary fiber and other substances crucial for good health, such as phytochemicals and antioxidants. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Type 2 Diabetes Info Get Help Managing Your Glucose with a Basal Insulin Option. Learn More Eosinophilic Asthma: Learn How - It Can Affect Lung Function Physicians: Sign Up To Get More Info On Eosinophilic Asthma Related Lung Damage Psoriasis Treatment Explore a Treatment Option for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Wednesday November 15, 2017. Copyright 2017 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy