MAKE REALISTIC PROMISES TO YOURSELF

Doctors suggest that we should avoid using the word 'never' when referring to dieting or other health habits.  How many times have you promised yourself that you will lose weight by following a certain diet, eliminating certain foods or types of foods, improve your health habits, etc especially at the start of a new year.? As an example, people often say they will never eat dessert again when trying to diet or lose weight.  But that is not realistic.  One might be able to keep that promise for a few weeks then they start to eat all the dessert than can get their hands on.  Doctors say we should allow for little indulgences from time to time and that we should avoid the word 'never'.  Never is just not realistic according to Dr. Yael Varnado, a preventative health specialist in NYC.  He suggests that instead of 'never' you promise to limit how often you eat something or choose a healthier type.  In the dessert example for instance, you can choose a healthier dessert such as fresh fruit or berries rather than a slice of pie or cake.  Don't set yourself up for failure.  Make changes that are realistic, so you won't disappoint yourself.