5 Ways to Break Unhealthy Eating Habits Now!

March 16, 2018 "I see optimism as a way of coping with life. Optimism leads us to look for solutions and silver linings when hardship strikes."— Edward T. Creagan, M.D. Healthy Eating 5 ways to change unhealthy eating habits Do you routinely celebrate the end of a long week with your favorite fatty foods? Reach for chips when you're stressed, or gulp down a latte when your energy levels take a dive at 3 p.m.? Changing eating habits you've developed over the years — even unconsciously — can feel practically impossible. Try these behavior-changing approaches, and focus on the ones that speak to you. Remember: Big lifestyle changes take time, but keep at it. The mini successes you'll achieve along the way will be enough to keep you going, and the new habits that were challenging at first will start feeling more natural before you know it. Practice these approaches » Overcome Obstacles At a weight-loss standstill? Frustrated that you haven't seen progress lately? You've worked too hard to throw in the towel now. Take a deep breath and focus on your weight-loss victories so far, and recognize that plateaus are just part of the journey. Continue your healthy-eating and exercise habits, knowing they will help you sustain the success you've had. Then try these tips to help you move forward again. Give these strategies a try » Today's Nutrition Tip 4 key nutrients for optimal health Protect your health by including these nutrients in your regular diet: 1. Antioxidants (almonds, broccoli) can prevent cholesterol from damaging the linings of your arteries. 2. B vitamins (sweet potatoes) help reduce the risk of stroke and peripheral artery disease by lowering homocysteine levels. 3. Omega-3 fatty acids (salmon) can decrease your heart attack risk. 4. Dietary fiber (apples, red beans) helps lower your LDL ("bad") cholesterol level. 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 Friday March 16, 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