| "Focus on what you're adding to your life. Sometimes it can be more successful to focus on what you need to do, rather than what you're trying not to do." — Matthew M. Clark, Ph.D., L.P. |
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 | | Get Moving | | Move more, burn more: The calorie breakdown | | You most likely know this by now, but it's worth repeating: Being active is an important part of any weight-loss program. When you're active, your body uses more energy — thus burning more calories. And when you burn more calories than you consume, you lose weight. Because 3,500 calories equals about 1 pound of fat, you need to burn 3,500 calories more than you take in to lose 1 pound. (The breakdown: Cut 500 calories a day for a week.) Ready to dive in? It's easier than it seems. Read on to see how you can burn more calories and boost weight loss. | | Learn more about calorie burn » |
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Healthy Habits
Overcome food obstacles
Research suggests that one of the best ways to change unhealthy eating habits is to first keep track of them — which makes sense considering that most people underestimate what they actually eat in a day. By identifying patterns of unhealthy eating choices, you can begin to change them. Take the first step by starting a food record now!
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Today's Healthy-Eating Tip
5 heart-healthy whole-grain options
Whole grains are good sources of fiber. Increase your consumption with these simple substitutions: 1. Choose breads made from 100% whole grains. 2. Opt for whole-wheat pasta over white pasta. 3. Select brown rice instead of white. 4. Trade sugar-sweetened cereals for high-fiber cereals, such as bran flakes, oats or shredded wheat. 5. Bake with whole-wheat flour instead of white flour.
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