Written By: Nutrition Coach Mairead
Happy New Year! By now, if you’re setting any resolutions, I’m sure you’ve had a chance to think about what they are and what you want to accomplish this year. Are any of those goals nutrition or diet-related?
At this time of year, I often hear of people cutting out all sugar, or an entire food group, or going on extremely restrictive diets. While those can work for weight-loss in the short term, they don’t always actually promote overall physical and mental health – and they’re focused on the things that are missing!
When we constantly focus on what we “can’t” have on our new diet, we’re more likely to want it, making it so hard to maintain that change for the long term!
Here’s some examples to give you ideas:
Instead of saying “I’m going to cut out coffee and pop”, change it to “I’m going to drink more water each day”
Instead of “I’m never going to snack on chips or chocolate”, change it to “I’m going to try having a fruit or vegetable and some protein at my snacks”.
Instead of “I’m not going to eat carbs at dinner any more”, change it to “I’m going to get in a large portion of vegetables, some protein, and some carbs for a balanced meal at dinner”.
Instead of “I’m not going to snack at night any more”, change it to “I’m going to make sure I get enough to eat during the day so I’m not so hungry at night” or “I’m going to learn to eat my evening treats mindfully and really enjoy them”.
See how the second goal is about bringing something new and positive to your life, instead of telling yourself that you’re not going to do something? Phrasing your goals in a positive way can make all the difference!
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