As we embark on a New Year filled with new goals and dreams, remember to take a few minutes to reflect on yourself. Here are my 5 tips to feeling great in the new year!

1. Meditate…its becoming more mainstream than you might think. Mediation has been shown to reduce stress in even the most type A personalities. It can also help reduce blood pressure.
2. Choose wholesome…Lean proteins like fish, chicken, beef and beans, veggies, fruits and whole grains! Build your diet around these foods and limit processed foods as much as possible.
3. Exercise: Sneak in just three 10-minute sessions or 30 minutes a day. Exercise not only helps in managing weight, but it is a sure fire way to help increase feelings of wellness!
4. Sleep: Lack of sleep can increase hunger and affect the body’s metabolism. Lack of sleep can also increase stress making it more difficult to deal with normal daily activities. If you’re having trouble sleeping, talk to your doctor about cognitive therapies that can help.
5. Increase Fiber. Most Americans lack adequate fiber. Strive for 20-35 grams daily. Foods rich in fiber include vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans.

Easy to Eat Well Tip! Meal prepping ahead of time is a terrific way to ease into your week with less work and less stress! Here’s a simple-sample of how I prep for my lunches all week long!