There is so much confusing and conflicting diet advice out there it can be hard to know who to trust. 

To address this problem, researchers conducted a study to compare popular diet plans such as low-carb, Paleo, etc. Their findings are refreshing as they advocate ditching the rigid plans and principles in favor of broader guidelines. They explain, "A diet of minimally processed foods close to nature, predominantly plants, is decisively associated with health promotion and disease prevention."

Read the full article, Science Compared Every Diet, and the Winner Is Real Food, for more information on this practical approach. 

If your goal is to implement this advice but you don’t know where to start, learn more about how Wellness Coaching can help you with this and other change goals by requesting a free session.

The key is to take advantage of the 3-step neurological process that creates a habit. First, choose a cue, like leaving your running shoes by the door, then pick a reward — say, a piece of chocolate when you get home from the gym. 

Eventually, when you see the shoes, your brain will start craving the reward, which will make it easier to work out day after day.

View an infographic based on The Power of Habit to learn more.

Resolve to eat better and spend more time with loved ones by cooking more with friends and family in this winter.

Read four ways to cook more with family from ChopChop.

ChopChop is a non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire and teach kids to cook real food with their families.