It’s time to put down the cookies, cakes, eggnog, champagne, and other holiday treats!

As we head into 2024, reality hits. A new year with a new start, and with it, time to make some resolutions. What are your resolutions this year?

Odds are that on your list of potential resolutions, there sits the idea of living a healthier lifestyle. It’s one of the most popular resolutions every year. The intention to lead a healthier lifestyle is well meaning, so let us help make keeping your healthy resolution easier.

First, toss the word “diet” out of your vocabulary. Instead, focus on healthy habits. Meals can be tasty, satisfying and healthy at the same time.

Dairy is an important part of simple, everyday routines to stay on track to build healthy habits throughout the year.

Here are some recipe ideas that can help get your resolution off to a good start as you baby step toward your goal.

Breakfast:

You don’t have to swear off sweets. That’s a recipe for disaster. Everything in moderation.

Triple Chocolate Protein Pancakes

Snack:

Turn to protein-filled snacks to satisfy the hangry craving that occurs between meals. Don’t let it get the best of you.

Yogurt Tubes

Lunch:

Using fresh ingredients brings out the best in flavor and might entice you to stick with your healthy eating plan.

Green Smoothie Bowl

Afternoon Drink:

Sipping on liquids in between meals helps stave off hunger. Tea, anyone?

Kefir Papaya Bubble Tea

Appetizer:

Be a little adventurous and tantalize your tastebuds with a variety of flavors. Don’t be afraid to experiment!

Salad Skewers with Honey Mustard and Cilantro Lime Yogurt Dressing

Dinner:

Variety is the spice of life! Eating the same thing over and over does get boring. Explore new recipes!

Garlic Curry Chicken with Greek Yogurt Sauce

Evening Drink:

End your day on a relaxing note and try to get a good night’s sleep.

Cherry Vanilla Sleepytime Smoothie

The third Sunday of January is when most people are likely to give up on their health and fitness goals for the year. Don’t let that happen to you.

Stick with the plan of wholesome eats with ideas from SavorRecipes.com. Little by little, and before you realize, you’ll be celebrating the next new year with perhaps a bit of a different focus in mind for a resolution.