A healthy lifestyle is a long-term commitment, and once you reach your weight loss goal, your good habits must continue. Take note of these tips to keep the weight off for good.

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Eating to improve health is a positive change, but sometimes, focusing on food and controlling body weight reaches extreme levels. Seek help if you or someone you love has become obsessed with food, restricted eating, or excessive overeating.

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Starting a new fitness routine is exciting. Your goals are clearly set, and motivation is at its peak. However, as time goes by, it's common to lose focus and drift away from the initial objectives. To combat this, here are five practical tips to keep you on track with your fitness goals.

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While it may be tempting to drastically reduce your calorie intake to quickly lose weight, research has shown time and time again that this is not an effective approach to long-term weight loss.

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Overcome your unhealthy eating habits once and for all. The key is identifying the small things about your routine and environment contributing to unhealthy food choices.

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Motivation can fluctuate as you work towards your goals. The same things that motivated you in the beginning may no longer spark your interest. If your excitement for exercise and healthy eating is dwindling, it's time to find a new source of motivation.

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Exercise doesn't have to be overwhelming. If you are struggling to get started, there are some simple steps you can take to ease your way into a routine. Use the guide below, and you will be on your way to reaching your fitness goals!

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A few years ago, the consensus in the scientific community was that small amounts of alcohol provided health benefits. This conclusion was largely based on studies showing life expectancy increased with low alcohol intake. However, recent analysis discovered a significant flaw in the underlying research: people who quit drinking due to poor health were lumped into the "non-drinker" category. When you include this group (nicknamed "sick quitters") into the "drinker" category, the health benefits of alcohol disappear. In fact, researchers found there is no level of alcohol consumption without a measurable negative impact on health¹.

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Giving in to an occasional craving doesn't have to put an end to your fitness gains. Health professionals suggest thinking of your eating plan over several days. Small adjustments in eating and exercise after a high-calorie encounter can quickly put you back on track to reaching your weight loss goal. Here are ten steps to keep you moving in the right direction:

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The steps for successful weight loss appear simple: burn more calories than you consume, and you will lose weight. But what happens if you don't get the results you hoped for? How will you handle a lack of motivation and burnout? If you know how to respond to weight loss obstacles, they will be less likely to get you off track.

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