Many of you have made resolutions for the New Year. I am guessing for at least a third, weight loss is part of those resolutions. I am not sure I like resolutions. Most people forget about them before February even gets here. Regardless, I do think that the start of the New Year is a fresh start. Whether it is a resolution for you or not, consider cleaning house of all those foods that lead you to make bad choices.
Start by cleaning out all of the Christmas goodies that are still lurking in your pantry, fridge or freezer. I don't really support wasting food, but enough is enough. Most likely, those foods are past their prime anyway.
Take the potato chips and other snacks that are leftover and donate them if they aren't open. At a minimum, put them away so you aren't tempted to open them and keep them for you Super Bowl party in February. The same goes for the candy that was leftover from your stocking. It is time for it to go!
Then look for other hidden sabotages that are lurking in your kitchen. If a food does not support your goals to become healthier, get rid of it. Don't leave it for your spouse or your kids. They really don't need it either and it will just tempt you. The only way you will succeed is if you make a healthy lifestyle important for your entire family.
Now that you have cleaned house, it is time to restock with lost of fruits, veggies, lean proteins, and whole grains. Good Luck!
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