Beware of the temptation to blow off healthy habits during the holiday season. By staying on track you will start off the new year strong! Have specific goals: Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetable every day Continue with physical activity routines Plan for reliable periods of rest and relaxation Let go of unrealistic expectations for a “perfect” holiday, “perfect” decorations, being the “perfect” host or hostess. Top 6 strategies for keeping healthy behaviors in pl

"I need a treat!" ... Sounds familiar? Do you reach for food when you are stressed, under pressure, maxed out? Have you been turning to food for emotional comfort? It is human nature to seek relief in strenuous times. We all need to calm down, relax and slow down after being challenged in one way or another. Reaching for food can be a quick fix providing instant comfort. A few minutes later, however, you are still confronted with having to deal with your feelings plus the add

Why do we eat when we are not hungry? Using food to feel better is very common and causes unwanted weight gain, feelings of guilt and a sense of losing control. Emotional overeaters need to learn to separate hunger from other needs. Ask yourself: “What am I really in need of right now? How am I feeling? What challenges do I face? Am I angry? Am I lonely? Am I sad? Am I bored? Am I feeling unappreciated?” It takes courage to assess what is going on inside of you. Looking at yo