Hope Obesity Centre

Changing habits is a process that has many steps. Sometimes it takes some time for changes to develop into new habits. The adoption of new, healthier habits can protect you from serious health problems such as obesity and diabetes. New habits, such as healthy eating and regular physical activity can also help to manage weight and increase energy. After some time these changes can be a part of daily life. Before the transformation, it’s better to ask whether you are ready or not. The following four steps help to adapt to the new lifestyle. Find out the motivation Set achievable targets Stay active and keep the record Moderation in daily intake 1. Consume a minimum of 4 servings of vegetables and 3 servings of fruit per day 2. Substitute whole grains instead of refined grains 3. Use low levels of healthy fats such as olive oil, vegetable oils, avocados, nuts, nut butter, and nut oils 4. Reduce sugar as much as possible, excluding natural sugar in fruit 5. Select low-fat dairy products an...