Realize that all foods fit in a healthful eating plan and one food, one meal, or one day will not make or break your health or waistline. Go ahead and enjoy ice cream and other treats by eating small portions and staying active throughout the week. Balance out your meal with a side salad instead of french fries. Be Realistic Give yourself time to develop new habits. It doesn't happen overnight.
Small steps work better than a giant leap.
Don't attempt to completely overhaul your diet. If you can't resist a snack attack, check out pretzels instead of chips, and packets of dried fruit or trail mix instead of candy. Walk rather than run to begin an exercise plan. Rather than banning certain foods, control portion size and stop eating when you are full. Develop an eye for size.