EASY DIET RESOLUTIONS for 2021

Whatever your health goals are for the new year, these little tweaks to your daily routine will keep you on track

- ROSE GOODMAN

Do you find yourself setting unrealistic goals for the year ahead and then beating yourself up when you ‘fail’ or don’t reach them as quickly as you’d like? In 2021, you can avoid this trap and set smaller goals instead, which will not only help you to shed unwanted pounds, but will keep you focused and feeling better about yourself, too. After all, tiny changes can have a huge effect. Here, Healthspan nutritionist Rob Hobson talks us through the easy diet resolutions you can make and keep for the year ahead…

STOP FEELING GUILTY

Food guilt is often why people fall off the wagon during a diet. ‘They put all their faith in the fact that a certain diet is going to help them lose weight, then, when they have a binge, they give it all up and view their attempts as failure,’ says Rob. ‘Many of these feelings stem from how we feel about ourselves and past experiences, which may need to be addressed to get to the real root of the issues.’for 2021

Thou shalt… TRY TO STAY ON TRACK, EVEN WHEN SOCIALISING

Try subtle techniques to hide the fact that you’re trying to watch your weight. ‘Alcohol-free spirits look the part, and you can water down wine with soda water to make it last longer,’ says Rob. ‘When it comes to food, get clever with the menu – order two starters or pick a protein main course, and ditch the starchy sides for veggies and salad.’ Buffet-style eating can be a nightmare so aim to steer clear and eat before you go out – if this isn’t possible, make just one trip to the buffet, pile your plate with plant-based foods and dips, then leave the vicinity!