4 Positive-Thinking Weight-Loss Tricks

December 25, 2017 "Focus on what has helped you overcome challenges in the past and find ways to use these strategies every day as you address challenges and stress."— Amit Sood, M.D. Mind and Body The key to weight loss: Make a mental shift Sure, you want to lose weight, but are you in the right mindset to make it happen? The internal dialogue you have with yourself can make or break your weight-loss success. Stop sabotaging your efforts with a self-defeating outlook, and stay motivated to reach your goals with these effective techniques. Move on from bad choices or disappointments and get excited about your future! After all, there's always another opportunity to do better. Watch out for these negative thinking patterns » Healthy Eating Break your breakfast barriers Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day for a reason: People who regularly eat a healthy, balanced breakfast tend to concentrate better and get more physical activity than those who skip it. Breakfast eaters also have an easier time managing their weight and have good cholesterol levels. Use these simple strategies to get your day started right. Start your morning off right » Today's Healthy-Eating Tip Experiment with new healthy foods To stay motivated for the long haul, experiment and find healthy foods that you enjoy. Start by trying a simple smoothie recipe or ordering a new vegetable the next time you go out to eat. You're more likely to stick with your action plan if you're eating a variety of foods. 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 Psoriasis Treatment Explore a Treatment Option for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis Advanced Stomach Cancer Learn About a Treatment Option for Advanced Stomach Cancer What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis? - Moderate/Severe RA Treatment Learn About Rheumatoid Arthritis and A Possible Treatment Option Today BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Monday December 25, 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