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December 21, 2017 Lose the Weight. Keep It Off in the New Year! Want to lose weight, feel great and be your best self? The Mayo Clinic Diet is designed to help you lose up to 6 to 10 pounds in the first two weeks, and then maintain weight loss once you hit your goal. What are you waiting for? Make 2018 your year, sign up now! "Many people have trouble meeting their goals when they try to change too much too fast. Focus on one behavior change at a time."— Matthew M. Clark, Ph.D., L.P. Healthy Habits How harmful is too much sitting? Are movie marathons on your holiday agenda? Spending too much time on the couch may be more hazardous to your health than overindulging in holiday treats. You can use this time to recharge and relax — while making physical activity a priority at the same time. Need an incentive to stay active? According to one study, people who spend more than four hours a day in front of a screen have a higher risk of early death in general and a higher risk of events related to heart disease, such as chest pain or heart attack. Don't wait until Jan. 1 — make it a habit to sit less and move more now! Be conscious about moving more » Healthy Eating Eat fewer calories at any meal Mindful eating might seem like a chore, but it's an effective weight-loss strategy that gets easier once you get the hang of it. Learn these tricks to slowing down, enjoying your food and making better choices in any situation. Learn how to eat with awareness » Today's Cooking Tip Find new ways to add flavor Poach fish in low-fat broth or wine with fresh herbs, such as basil, cilantro, oregano or thyme. Top a broiled chicken breast with fresh salsa. Make meats more flavorful with low-fat marinades or spices — bay leaf, chili powder, dry mustard, garlic, ginger, marjoram, pepper or sage. To enhance sweetness, use a little vanilla, cinnamon or nutmeg instead of sugar. 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 Thursday December 21, 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