Consultant nutritionist Rupali Dutta agrees, “Remember, the first step is the most important! Set small goals, for example, closing your kitchen by 9 pm or taking a walk every half hour after sitting down. She adds that it is important to start a habit and it will definitely become a part of your diet. are Months it becomes our way of life. Take your time, it’s more important to know what you should change and start,” he added.
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New Year 2025: Here are 6 diet resolutions you can actually stick to:
1. Eat a fruit a day:
No, we’re not saying you should make yourself a fruit platter. The simple act of eating a whole fruit per day will definitely go a long way in your meal plan. Fresh fruits offer many health benefits for your body. Eat it raw for best benefits. Once it becomes a habit, you can increase the amount depending on your other foods.
2. Use small plates to eat:
Sometimes, we pile too much food on our plates. Large plates give us the illusion that we still have a little more room, when our stomach is already stretched to full capacity. “Even the healthiest food is good as long as it is consumed in proportion to what the body needs, extra never means more of a good thing,” says Rupali Dutta. The simple act of using a smaller plate will benefit your diet and weight loss goals.
3. Try to skip processed food every alternate day:
If we hear a suggestion like ‘avoid processed food completely’ – we may follow it for two to three days or sometimes weeks. But then suddenly, our junk food cravings return and we guiltily indulge. Experts suggest that you can try cutting out processed food every alternate day to start with and then observe the difference. “Avoid factory-made foods and eat what nature designed,” says health coach Shilpa Arora. “Know how much you need and then stick to it. Even the occasional samosa or burger won’t keep you from your health goals if you understand it,” adds Rupali Dutta.
4. Switch to Herbal Tea:
The benefits of herbal teas in detoxifying the system have been proven time and again by various researchers. If you can swap your cup of masala chai or coffee for green tea or another herbal tea, trust us, your body will thank you! We’re not telling you to give it up completely, but add herbal tea to your daily diet at least every alternate day.
5. Make one meal a day rich in protein:
In an effort to eat healthy, we often cut back on calories but forget to stock up on good nutrition instead. Instead of saying you’re going to eat fewer calories or eliminate carbohydrates from your diet altogether, try to include at least one protein-rich meal a day. You can choose between vegetarian or non-vegetarian protein sources. This will give you a simple yet effective way to cut calories while keeping you full longer and contributing to your weight loss goals.
6. Walk 15 minutes daily:
In addition to dietary changes, it’s also important to incorporate exercise to ensure you’re shedding those extra kilos. Try walking for 15 minutes every day to build consistency in your daily routine. Once you get the hang of it, you can start a long walk and build up from there. “Complete 10,000 steps daily and get sunlight every morning for best results,” suggests Shilpa Arora.
So, try these simple and achievable New Year’s resolutions and let us know your experience in the comments below. Here’s wishing all our readers a happy and healthy New Year. May 2025 be your best yet!
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