NOVEMBER 08, 2021″Admittedly, some of your genetics determine how you behave, but it’s not the whole story. You have the final word in how your story turns out.” — Edward T. Creagan, M.D.Healthy EatingFollow the pyramidA healthy, balanced diet goes beyond eating fruits and vegetables. Is your body getting the nutrition it needs — from a variety of food groups — to thrive and keep cravings at bay? Let the Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid be your guide to making smart eating choices throughout the week. It’s pretty simple to use — just see for yourself.Use these healthy-eating guidelines »Meals Made Easy 
Healthy meal ideas for hectic days
Do your intentions to eat well seem to fly out the window when you have a packed schedule? It always helps if you plan meals ahead, but if your house is stocked with healthy choices, you can wing it and still eat well. Stay grounded with these simple suggestions, no matter how long your to-do list is. 

Try these plan-ahead tips »Today’s Exercise Tip
Are your fitness goals realistic?
It’s easy to get frustrated and give up if your goals are too ambitious in the beginning. If you haven’t exercised in a while, a short-term goal might be to walk five minutes once or twice a day, and a long-term goal might be to complete a 5K walk. Whatever your current fitness level is, aim to strike a safe but challenging balance. 

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