New Year, Healthier You: Creating Healthy New Year’s Resolutions!

The New Year is here, and many of us, or about one in three Americans, make resolutions to better ourselves in the year ahead. Unfortunately less than half of those who make New Year’s resolutions have stuck with their goals six months later.
Here are some tips on making New Year’s resolutions that stick:
Weight loss
One of the most popular resolutions is to lose weight, but it can be difficult to commit to a weight loss regimen for an entire year. But be wary of weight loss plans that promise quick results; it took time for you to gain weight, and frankly, it’s going to take some time to lose it. Experts suggest creating a support system that supports your weight loss goals. Keeping a food journal, tracking what you eat and exercising regularly can help you work toward your goals. Enlist a buddy to keep you accountable for your weight loss goals.
Quitting smoking
Smoking is one of the hardest habits to break, but not only will quitting benefit your health, you’ll save money, too. If you’ve tried to quit before and became discouraged, try again but use a different method of quitting smoking. If one method didn’t work for you, try another or join a smoking cessation program.
Saving money
When we choose to live an active, healthier lifestyle, we can often save money too. Make healthy changes, like biking or walking to work, or choosing the stairs instead of the elevator. Save money by eating healthy, whole foods, rather than purchasing processed foods or eating out as frequently. If you don’t have health insurance, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can mean fewer doctors’ visits and less out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Taking better care of your oral health
If you’ve put off trips to the dentist in recent years, make a resolution to take better care of your teeth. If you can’t afford dental insurance or don’t have access to low-cost dental care, AmeriPlan may be able to help. AmeriPlan offers affordable dental plans, starting as low as $14.95 per month for an individual, and provides considerable savings, with discounts up to 80 percent on many dental procedures, including annual exams and x-rays.
A preventive trip to one of our dental providers could save you money in the future by eliminating the need for more advanced dental care. AmeriPlan affordable dental plans provide low-cost dental care for individuals and families, including major dental work, such as dental crowns, dentures and braces. See our discount fee schedule
AmeriPlan not only offers affordable dental plans, but also discount health plans that can provide savings on everything from routine doctor visits to hospital stays and prescription drugs. Visit AmeriPlan here to learn how you can save money on healthcare.