Weight Loss: Stay Motivated Through the Holidays

November 17, 2017 Hundreds of Slimming Recipes! Want to learn how to cook delicious, healthy food while losing weight at the same time? Get hundreds of recipes, healthy-eating tips and the weight-loss support you need from The Mayo Clinic Diet online. Sign up now! "The present moment is all you can control, not what happened in the past. Although you can't turn back the clock on setbacks and disappointments, your past does not have to define you."— Edward T. Creagan, M.D. Weight Loss Weight loss: How to stay motivated Sometimes the temptation to indulge in certain foods or skip a workout — especially during the holidays — will be greater than your desire to lose weight. During these difficult moments, reflect on the top reasons why you are making healthy lifestyle changes. By understanding what motivates you, you'll be better able to follow through with your eating and fitness plan, despite challenges that come your way. Try this writing exercise to help you figure out what gives you the ongoing, burning drive to succeed. Stay on track with this advice » Mind and Body Unplug and recharge this weekend It's tempting to zone out on the couch — whether it's in front of the TV, your smartphone or a tablet — at the end of a long week, but staying glued to your devices can negatively impact your health. Be a good role model for your family and find new ways to relax and keep everyone more active over the weekend with these tips. Try these suggestions » Today's Healthy-Eating Tip Build a better salad Sure, salads are typically healthy, but are you getting the most nutritional bang for your buck? Opt for dark greens such as spinach and kale, which are packed with folate — a B complex vitamin that promotes healthy blood circulation. Mix darker and lighter greens if you aren't used to the taste, and chop them finely. 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 Friday November 17, 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