Habits to Get Rid of in 2018

With 2018 right around the corner, you probably are looking for different ways to try and lose weight in the New Year. Don't over do it though. The key is finding the path to being healthy that works for YOU. In this blog, our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to highlight a few habits to give up in 2018.

Habits to Get Rid of in 2018

Habit # 1
Not sleeping enough.
You should try to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night. Not sleeping enough can lead to weight gain and unwanted stress.


Habit # 2
Obsessively calorie counting.
Yes, calorie counting can be a great tool, but it doesn’t cover everything. You could eat 500 calories of bacon and 500 calories vegetables and get 2 completely different results. Your body needs specific nutrients and it is possibly to calorie count too much.

Habit # 3
Sitting around the house every night, watching TV while snacking.
While everyone deserves a little relaxation time, you don’t want to get in the habit of being so inactive you never work out anymore. Try to make it a goal to work out at least 2 to 3 times per week. Sitting around snacking too much can lead to weight gain and increased stress level you don’t want.

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Central Ozarks Medical Center, Leading the Way to Healthier Communities

It is our goal, as quality health care providers at the Lake of the Ozarks, to try and lead the way to healthier communities. We know breaking a bad habit isn't easy, but it's worth a shot if it can lead to a healthier, happier you. We believe in providing quality health care to people with and without health insurance. To speak to one of our health care professionals, call one of our locations listed below. We'd like to wish everyone a happy New Year and good luck on breaking those unhealthy habits!

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