Smart Eating: How to Make Healthy Habits Stick

People often start the new year with big health goals, but many give up quickly. Why? Because they try to change too much at once. Melissa Jaeger, a nutrition expert, says the key to success is making small, lasting changes, not dramatic ones. There's a lot of nutrition advice out there, but not all of it is good. Jaeger warns against extreme diets and trendy food hacks. Instead, she suggests focusing on science-backed habits. Tools like MyFitnessPal can help track food intake and set realistic goals.Jaeger also talked about the Blue Check Collection, a set of recipes approved by dietitians. These recipes are balanced and tasty, designed to be eaten regularly, not just as a quick fix. They include meals like cottage cheese breakfast bowls and chocolate chia seed pudding. Technology is making healthy eating easier. MyFitnessPal's AI tools, like Meal Scan and Voice Logging, let users log meals quickly. This makes it simpler to stay on track, even on busy days. Jaeger emphasizes that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to health. Personalized tools and flexible plans help people build habits that fit their lifestyle. Success isn't about being perfect; it's about making progress.