Tips to Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolution for a Healthy You!

We all know the holidays are a good excuse to heartily enjoy the rich, festive foods that make an appearance this time of the year. However with the New Year, it is an excellent time to get back to a healthier lifestyle or to start one. 

As many seniors do not exercise as much as they once did, most do not require as many calories as they use to consume so the foods they do choose need to rich in nutrients. One good way to start eating healthier is by adding more fruits and veggies to your diet and when you do snack, to make sure it is a healthy one. Rather than potato chips and candies, choose fruit smoothies, Greek yogurt with fruit, cheese and crackers, fresh fruit, veggies and low-fat dip, or nuts and trail mixes. 

Experts recommend starting your morning with a hydrating warm drink and to remember to continue to drink half your body weight in water each day. Also stay active, and if you don’t already have a work-out buddy, find one as it can make it more fun to exercise. In addition, studies show that making meals a social affair encourages better eating habits. 

When MorningStar of Rio Rancho assisted living and memory care community opens this spring, our residents will be treated to a 5 Star dining experience. Our meals are prepared under the guidance of our own Executive Chef and prepared largely from scratch using the freshest ingredients. We also offer a range of wellness programs and activities, which include fun exercise classes suitable for our residents. Visit our website for pricing and availability and be sure to inquiry about our “Founder’s Club” savings. 

At MorningStar of Rio Rancho, we are proud to offer the best senior living with our distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, to invest.” With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents in a beautiful setting. Please visit our Information Center to learn more about the most luxurious and loving senior housing in Rio Rancho, NM.