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19 Simple Changes for Your Health

Posted by Curves Buford on Sep 20, 2009 in Health Articles

Eating-Related Secrets You Can Implement Now
By Nadia Rodman, RD

Sometimes, all we need to do is make simple changes in order to get to a healthier weight or form healthy habits.

Take a look at this list and see if any of these suggested behaviors are a challenge for you. Hopefully awareness of the new behavior will bring about change.

At Home

Avoid eating in front of the TV
Do not read while eating
Pre-portion food and put the box or package away
Keep tempting foods out of the house, and keep healthy foods available and ready
Focus on activities other than eating
Brush your teeth after meals if feeling the desire to eat
Use smaller plates and bowls
Do not graze. Sit down to a real meal, and stop when you are full.

At the Grocery Store

Do not go to the grocery store hungry
Make a shopping list and stick to it
Make most of your purchases from the perimeter of the store

At a Party

Do not show up ravenous. Have a snack beforehand to tame your hunger.
Do not eat standing up at parties or buffets
Do not stand at the food table at parties
Offer to bring a healthy food item to a party

Every Day

Park your car far away from the destination
Take the stairs instead of the elevator
Keep a food and exercise diary

My change: I love celery, especially with peanut butter. But, I know that celery will rot in my fridge unless I clean and chop it as soon as I bring it home. If it is not convenient for me to grab for a snack, I just won?t. So, I like to keep raw vegetables ready and available for snacking so that I will make a good choice.

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