| | Using a few goal-setting and NLP techniques, here's a few tips when thinking about making changes in the coming year: Think positively and make affirmative statements, rather than negative (ie. "I WILL eat healthier", rather than "Don't eat junk food"). Be as specific with goals as possible ("Eat more whole grains and vegetables" rather than "Eat healthy"), and use visual imagery to help your subconscious and your mind visualize and focus on your goals. | | Resolution 1: Eat more whole grains If you haven't yet tried cooking with whole grains, head out to the bulk food section of your natural foods store and try a little of each to see which you like best. Look for these, my favorite whole grains: Quinoa Barley Bulgur wheat | Resolution 2: Eat more fresh fruits and veggies Even if you're the type of person (like me!) who never thinks twice about making New Years Resolutions, eating more fresh fruits and vegetables is something most of us should keep in mind on a daily basis. Make your veggies your entree, instead of your side dish, and try eating more raw food meals. Vegetable side dishes Raw foods recipes to try | Resolution 3: Cut back on calories Specific goals, or "baby steps" will help keep you focused and on track rather than vague ideas. That's why "reducing calories" is a much better goal than "lose weight". If this is on your to-do list in 2011, here's a few places to start: Low-calorie vegetarian recipes Fat-free vegan recipes | | | | | Vegetarian Food Ads | | | | Featured Articles | | | | | | Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics | | | | You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Vegetarian Food newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com | | | | Must Reads | | Advertisement | |
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