Good intentions can get de-railed if you’re not careful. When in doubt, opt for long-term change instead of short-term fixes.

1. 5 Ways You’re Sabotaging
Healthy Eating Habits
Marissa Vicario, Founder and
Wellness Expert
Marissa’s Well-being and
Health
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2. 5 Ways You’re Sabotaging
Healthy Eating Habits
When it comes to eating healthy, good
intentions sometimes get de-railed.
Here are a few of the usual suspects to be
aware of

3. 5 Ways You’re Sabotaging
Healthy Eating Habits
• Dining Out: I’m not going to lie and
say that cooking at home is easier
than picking up the phone or going
online for delivery. It’s a commitment
you need to make and it can take
very little time IF you’re prepared. A
weeknight meal doesn’t have to take
longer than 30 minutes.
• If you have the will to eat at home –
like wanting to drop those last five
pounds (trust me, it works) – you
will find a way.

4. 5 Ways You’re Sabotaging
Healthy Eating Habits
2. Eating What Your Man Eats:
• Let him do his thing, and you
do yours. I’m not saying you
can’t have a few of his fries or
a lick of his ice cream, but
don’t be tempted to go all the
way all the time. You’ll just feel
crappy.
• Learn to health-ify his favorite
foods to make them nutrient-
dense and tasty — something
you can both enjoy without
packing on the pounds.

5. 5 Ways You’re Sabotaging
Healthy Eating Habits
3. Letting Emotions Control What You Eat:
• Don’t feed your needs. They don’t want food. Everyone feels stress, anger,
boredom, heartbreak, doubt and countless other emotions. You are not alone.
You need to know this. One of the worst things you can do is to eat over your
emotions or let them control you.
• Getting your needs met can be as simple as asking for what you want. Need a
hug? Ask for one! Need a listening ear? Speak up! At the first sign of a craving or
compulsion to eat, determine whether you’re really hungry, take a deep breath,
identify how you’re feeling, drink some water.
• I know this is easier said than done. Do some work to get in tune with your
emotions and how your body responds to them. It’s not always easy, sometimes
it’s totally uncomfortable, but it’s worth it.

6. 5 Ways You’re Sabotaging
Healthy Eating Habits
4. Partying Too Much
• The more you drink, the more you eat what
your body doesn’t need or want. Alcohol has
little to no nutritional value.
• Leave the drinks to no more than two per
night and only a couple times a week at that.
• Drink water in between.
• Find enjoyment in life sans liquor.
• Cutting back will give you tons more energy
and you’ll eat better food. Try it!

7. 5 Ways You’re Sabotaging
Healthy Eating Habits
5. The All or Nothing Mentality
• This mentality can break you.
• “Think of every meal as an opportunity to eat
something healthy.”
• There’s no need to go off the rails for one little slip up.
• This is the same reason I don’t believe in “cheat days.”
Have a cookie if you want it once in awhile, especially if
it’s a really delicious one made from high quality
ingredients.

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