Nutrition has lasting benefits that go beyond the scale and plays a vital role in one’s commitment to health¹. Here, Abbott experts give you five effective ways to get back on the path to success by putting your nutrition plan first.¹

Helps Lose Weight​

According to a study, healthy diet leads to more weight loss than exercise, as well as more loss of fat mass over muscle mass. A great first step to creating a healthier you, is to find ways to maintain a healthy, balanced diet with the right nutrients.^1​

Helps Manage Stress​

Nutrients from healthy foods can help improve blood flow which, in turn, combats the effects of stress. And, a healthy diet has a ‘cascading effect’ on the brain because the improved blood flow helps deliver key nutrients to the brain.​

Water and your waistline​

The human body is roughly 60 percent water and keeping it well hydrated helps it function properly. But did you know that simply drinking water before a meal can trim your waistline? According to a study, water “preloading” before meals led to moderate weight loss.​

Change your plate as you age​

As we age, we need to tailor our food choices. This means eating more nutrient-dense foods, says a registered dietician for Abbott, which include colourful fruits and vegetables, fat-free milk and cheese, whole grains, seafood, lean meats, poultry, eggs, beans, nuts and seeds.^1,2​

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Nourish a Healthy Body for the Future​

Healthy choices made at mealtimes can make an impact on your health in more ways than one, as your diet also contributes to your reproductive health.^1,3

References:

1.  http://www.nutritionnews.abbott/science-quality/Revive-your-resolutions.html - as accessed on 14 November, 2022 
2. http://www.healthline.com/health/stress/effects-on-body as accessed on 14 November, 2022​
3. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/weight-control/young-heart-tips-Older  as accessed on 14 November, 2022