The Trick to Preventing Holiday Weight Gain

November 30, 2015 Cyber Monday Madness! As you shop for the perfect gifts for friends and family, it's OK to treat yourself, too. Join the Mayo Clinic Diet today for ONLY $4 a week. You deserve to look and feel great this holiday season. Sign up now! "Recognize and rely on your strengths. This will give you confidence and help you carry out your plan."— Donald D. Hensrud, M.D., M.P.H. Mind and Body The key to weight loss: Make a mental shift Feeling a little frustrated after indulging too much last week? Don't worry — start making healthy choices now, and you'll feel good again in no time. Getting back on track at your next opportunity is the key to preventing holiday weight gain. It's also crucial to stay positive. Don't sabotage your efforts with a self-defeating outlook. Instead, stay motivated to reach your goals with these effective techniques. Be aware of these negative thinking patterns » Healthy Eating 10 quick and healthy meal ideas Still feeling a little bloated and sluggish from Thanksgiving? Get back on track and start feeling good again by eating more fruits and vegetables this week. Use these tips to seamlessly create meals that pack in produce. Try these simple suggestions » Today's Fitness Tip 7 amazing benefits of exercise Here are seven ways exercise improves your life: 1. Improves mood. 2. Combats chronic diseases. 3. Manages weight. 4. Boosts energy levels. 5. Promotes better sleep. 6. Enhances sex life. 7. Increases fun! Find activities you enjoy, and go for it. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization. Proceeds from website advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products or services. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities BECOME A MEMBER! Thanks for joining our mailing list, dr.samah.saied.ahmed@gmail.com, for the Mayo Clinic Diet on Monday November 30, 2015. REMOVE me from this list | ADD me to this list | Customer service Copyright 2015 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy