WEATHERFORD, TEXAS – The new year’s a great time to start or even revive some simple healthy habits.  With some planning and these helpful tips, you can stick with your weight-loss plan and enjoy a healthier lifestyle all year long.

1. Work with your physician.  He or she can help you plan for and meet your goals.
2. Set reasonable expectations.  Simply maintaining your current weight will be an accomplishment.
3. Eat a variety of foods.  If you know you’ll be having high-fat foods at dinner, focus on lots of fruits and vegetables for breakfast and lunch.
4. Stay active.  Find 30 minutes a day to walk.  If you’re too busy – and who isn’t – break it up into three 10-minute walks.
5. Eat breakfast every day.  Studies show that people who eat breakfast are less likely to overeat the rest of the day.
6. Ask for a doggy bag.  When eating at a restaurant, eat half of your meal and bring the rest home for later.
7. Reduce stress.  Stressful times can cause many to overeat.  Find healthier ways to cut stress.  Exercise, get plenty of sleep and spend time with people whose company you enjoy.

Weatherford Regional Medical Center offers free programs and seminars on healthy living and ways to stay active and prevent disease through its Healthy Woman and Senior Circle programs. You can also find out more health information on www.weatherfordregional.com at the Health Resources link.

Take charge of your health today by utilizing the resources at Weatherford Regional Medical Center. For more information, call 817-341-CARE (2273). 

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