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Beyond Resolutions: Creating Health Goals That Actually Stick

Beyond Resolutions with Carla

The new year often arrives with a familiar pressure: set goals, go big, start fresh. But how often do we find ourselves exhausted, off-track, or overwhelmed by February? 


Rather than diving into restrictive January diets or unsustainable routines, now is the perfect time to take a different path, one that’s rooted in clarity, compassion, and long-term wellness. Let’s explore how to approach your new year health goals in a way that actually sticks. 

Why Most Resolutions Fail by February 

Many health resolutions fall flat because they’re: 


  • Based on guilt rather than purpose 🤯 

  • Unrealistically restrictive (like cutting out all carbs or sugar) 🥖🚫 

  • Lacking support or accountability 🧍‍♀️ 

  • Focused on surface-level symptoms rather than the root cause 🌱 


Sound familiar? 


At The Heart of the Matter Nutrition, we take a root-cause approach to health, meaning we go deeper, past the calorie counts and food trends, to find out what your body actually needs. 


A New Way to Set Health Goals: Root-Cause + Habit-Based 

Instead of relying on willpower, try these strategies to set goals that reflect your true needs: 

1. Start With “Why” 🎯 

Don’t just decide to eat healthier, ask why that matters. Is it more energy? Better sleep? Confidence in your clothes? 


2. Reflect on the Past Year 📆 

Which habits supported your health? Which ones left you depleted? Use this reflection as your launchpad. 


3. Build Habits, Not Overhauls 🧩 

Focus on small, stackable actions like: 


  • Adding a source of protein to breakfast 🍳 

  • Drinking a glass of water before each meal 💧 

  • Going for a 10-minute walk after lunch 🚶‍♂️ 

These changes support metabolism, digestion, and mood, without overwhelm. 


4. Personalise Your Path 👤 

Your body isn’t like anyone else’s. That’s why our one-to-one consultations are designed around you. Whether it’s hormonal imbalance, digestive discomfort, or energy dips, we explore the full picture before offering tailored advice. 


When Nutrition Plans Work 


With a sustainable nutrition plan based on your health history, symptoms, and goals, you can: 

  • Stabilise blood sugar 

  • Improve digestion 

  • Support hormone balance 

  • Reduce inflammation 

  • Feel more mentally and physically energised ⚡ 


We also offer Online Nutrition Programmes that allow you to work at your own pace while still receiving expert guidance. 


Start the Year with Confidence 

What if 2026 could be the year you feel grounded, nourished, and empowered in your health journey? 


Let’s stop chasing trends and start following what your body truly needs. Together, we’ll identify the nutritional foundations, lifestyle routines, and mindset tools that work for you. 



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