Do It Now: Don’t wait for the New Year to become a better you

By EEW Magazine Online // Self-Improvement //Health & Wellness

Don’t wait for a new year to take a fresh look at your life and re-evaluate what you'd like to accomplish – both physically and mentally.

Commit to healthier habits like eating better, drinking more water and sticking to a workout routine. Discover new ways to be your best self, and give up a bad habit or two. Some simple tips, resources, and products can help you take action toward boosting your overall well-being.

Healthy Hydration

When trying to drink more water, a commitment to drinking cleaner, healthier and great-tasting water is essential. Consider using the easy-to-install PUR Advanced Faucet Filtration System to fill up a reusable water bottle, make smoothies, wash fruits and vegetables and more. It's certified to reduce more than 70 contaminants, including 99 percent of lead – more than any other brand, according to NSF. Learn more at PUR.com.

Spiritual Food

If you feel as though you aren't motivated, and your faith to believe for better days is waning, get into “Your Daily Cup of Inspiration,” a blog and podcast by Dianna Hobbs. It’s just the spiritual food you need to get you going. The Top 100 blog has a slew of encouraging devotions and empowering podcasts to help you trust God for better days, and be strengthened by the gospel. If you need help believing for a breakthrough, get inspiration at YourDailyCupOfInspiration.com.

Snack Better

Revamp your diet and bump up your nutrition by snacking on healthy foods like Kale and Quinoa Bites from Yves Veggie Cuisine. Ideal for sharing with friends and family or as a quick snack, just pop in the oven for 10 minutes to enjoy a crispy, tasty bite that's gluten-free, low in fat and a good source of fiber. With two superfoods joining forces, the bite-sized treat can help keep appetites at bay without sacrificing flavor. Find additional healthy snacking ideas at yvesveggie.com.

Sip a Protein-Packed Shake

One of the difficulties in healthy eating is getting great-tasting lean protein. For an easier nutritional choice, consider Premier Protein's 11-ounce shakes, packed with lean protein ideal for breakfast on-the-go, an afternoon snack or a post-workout boost. They contain 30 grams of protein, 160 calories and 1 gram of sugar. Available in earth-first packaging, the shakes feature a resealable plant-based cap derived from sugarcane. Visit premierprotein.com for more information.

Flavorful Fiber

For a protein and fiber-rich snack low in sugar, Atkins Protein Wafer Crisps provide a light and crispy texture for a surprisingly filling treat. Whether it's for a grab-and-go snack or afternoon pick-me-up, the wafer crisps boast 10-11 grams of protein, 4-5 grams of fiber and 1 gram of sugar with three flavor profiles to choose from: Peanut Butter, Chocolate Mint and Lemon Vanilla. Find additional nutritious snacking options at Atkins.com.

There are lots of ways you can improve right now. So get started today!

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