5 Unhealthy Habits to Break for Weight Loss

March 27, 2018 "Remember that losing weight and maintaining weight loss require lifestyle changes in diet, exercise and the behaviors associated with these habits."— Donald D. Hensrud, M.D., M.P.H. Healthy Habits 5 unhealthy habits to break now Changing habits, especially ones you've had for many years, isn't easy. But breaking these five unhealthy habits can produce impressive weight-loss results, which is why the Lose It! phase of the diet encourages you to Break 5 for two solid weeks. Follow these eating rules consistently, and not only will you shed pounds, but also you may notice a decrease in sugar cravings and a boost in energy levels! Try these weight-loss strategies » Live Well 5 tips for a better night's sleep It can be difficult at times to get quality sleep, but this lifestyle habit is worth prioritizing. Sleep deprivation can lead to stress and overeating, which can derail your weight loss. Read on to find out how to moderate caffeine, take smarter naps and plan meals so that you can wake up feeling refreshed each morning. Follow these effective tips » Today's Mind-Body Tip Is your internal dialogue healthy? Words such as "always," "never" or "must" place undue pressure on you. Telling yourself you'll never eat chocolate again or you must walk 2 miles a day can lead to guilt-ridden lapses. Be flexible. Treat yourself now and then in ways that make sense — when you're out to dinner with friends, not when you're feeling sad. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Asthma & Allergic Asthma - See Symptoms & Treatment Info Allergic Asthma is a Type of Asthma. Learn More & See a Treatment Option. Psoriasis Treatment Explore a Treatment Option for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis Relapsed Multiple Myeloma - Updated Treatment Option Info See the Updated Superiority Study Results in this Relapsed MM Treatment Option. Help For Adult Depression Discover A Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder Today. Osteoporosis Information Treatment Is Available To Help Manage Postmenopausal Osteoporosis BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Tuesday March 27, 2018. Copyright 2018 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