American Dietetic Association Says Resolve To Strive For A Healthy Lifestyle daily workouts to get the benefits. “Step aerobics at a fitness club or 45 minutes on the treadmill may not be right for you,” says Moore. “That’s OK. Any (NAPS)—Whether you need to lose, gain, or maintain, make health, not appearance, yourfirst priority for the new year. The American Dietetic Association suggests resolving to strive for a physical activity you enjoy can do healthy lifestyle for a lifetime. “The key to managing your the job. If you make exercise enjoyable, you’re more likely to stick with it.” For significant health benefits weight is a positive attitude and the right kind of motivation,” says Roxanne Moore, registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. “If you're trying to lose weight to fit into a bathing suit for spring break, or to look good for your school reunion, chances are your commitment and efforts will fizzle out over time.” ADAsuggests focusing on internal rewards; better health, in- creased energy, self-esteem and feeling in control. To help achieve this, focus on your current weight or lifestyle and not where you want to be five months from now. “The thought of losing five pounds at a time is not as intimidating as losing twenty-five pounds. Remember the old adage, slow and steady wins the race,” says Moore. Eating for good health can be aim toward an accumulation of at foods from the Pyramid’s five food least 30 minutes or more of moderate activity everyday. If you haven’t been physically active, Eating a variety of foods—both ber, any increase in your physical activity can make a difference. For variety, eat different groups. No one food supplies all the nutrients the body needs. within each food group and among the five food groups— then build up gradually. Remem- You don’t need an all-or-nothing tional requirements. For balance, eat appropri- mentality. These and other tips can be found in the American Dietetic Association’s Complete Food & every day. A balanced diet supplies the nutrients and calories healthful eating tips and available ensures that you meet yournutri- ate amounts from each food group the body needs. For moderation, choose foods and beverages to meet your energy needs andto control calories, total fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars and, if consumed, alcoholic beverages. A moderate Nutrition Guide ($24.95, Chronimed), which is packed with at bookstores nationwide. With nearly 70,000 members, the Chicago-based American Dietetic Association is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. ADA serves the public by promoting Pyramid. To tip the energy balance diet helps you maintain a healthy weight and may help optimal nutrition, health and food choices and numberof servings within each of the five major laterin life. In addition to eating health- such as heart disease and cancer tips, log onto www.webmd.com easy by following the Food Guide in one direction or the other, or to keep it level, simply adjust your food groups. The Food Guide Pyra- mid conveys three main messages about healthful eating: variety, balance and moderation. protect you from health problems fully, regular physical activity is key in maintaining a healthy weight. You don’t need to be an exercise fanatic with strenuous well-being. For more ADAhealthful eating and visit WebMD’s Food and Nutrition Channel, where con- sumers will find information from the ADA on thousandsof food and nutrition topics supported by up to date scientific research.
