| "I would first ask, 'What is my personal health vision? What is something that's missing that I want more than anything else?' Then the next question is, 'What's holding me back from obtaining that?' " — Rose J. Prissel, M.S., RDN |
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Overcome Obstacles
Make a mental shift
Sure, you want to lose weight, but do you have the right mindset to make it happen? Your internal dialogue can make or break your weight-loss success. Watch out for these common negative thinking patterns and practice the tips for overcoming them.
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Today's Healthy-Eating Tip
4 ways to eat more legumes
Legumes are low in fat and high in fiber. Common types include beans, peas and lentils. Incorporate these nutritional powerhouses into your diet: 1. Add legumes to soups, stews and casseroles. 2. Use pureed beans as the basis for dips and spreads. 3. Add chickpeas or black beans to salads. 4. Snack on a handful of soy nuts or edamame rather than chips or crackers.
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