This is the time of year for resolutions. Everyone makes vows to do things differently in the New Year, and as we all know, that resolve often begins to waver before the flowers bloom in spring. So how to see your resolutions through until New Year’s 2018? Syndicated Columnist Rebecca Turner has a great idea — map out a plan for each month of the New Year!

In her column, Rebecca outlines the resolutions or steps one can take each month for a healthier lifestyle. And her first resolution for January we couldn’t agree with more — replace sugary soda with sparkling water. Syfo Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters come in four delicious flavors — Lemon-Lime, Tangerine-Orange, Peach-Pear and Wild Cherry — are so refreshingly healthy with no sugar, artificial sweeteners, sodium, preservatives or other additives that you won’t miss those syrupy soft drinks at all.

The steps Rebecca recommends for the rest of the year include:

• Eat more greens
• Limit bread consumption
• Set and tackle a fitness goal
• Buy fresh produce
• Go meatless at least one day a week
• Mix up your fitness routine with different kinds of activities
• Get every family member off to a good start with a high-fiber, protein-rich breakfast
• For snacks, put aside the junk food and go with more fruits and vegetables instead
• Replace candy with other treats for Halloween
• Transform your holiday recipes into healthier dishes.

We hope you make Syfo a part of your healthier 2017. You can read the details on all of Rebecca’s steps here.

Adopting a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be a major shift or a series of draconian steps of self-deprivation. Heath.com recently publshed this series of commonsense tips designed to help you tailor your diet and your physical activities for the maximum health benefit.

We would you like to pay particular attention to the first slide in this series about curbing your sweet tooth. Avoiding sweet treats is important of course, but sometimes it’s not only about dessert.

At times that craving can take the form of wanting a sweet drink in the evening when meals and even dessert are done. When that urge arrives, reach for a refreshing glass of Syfo Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters instead. Our four delicious flavors — Lemon-Lime, Wild Cherry, Tangerine Orange and Peach-Pear — are satisfying, refreshing and contain no calories, sugar, artificial sweeteners, sodium, preservatives or any other additives.  Here’s what Syfonatic Shayla E. had to say about how Syfo has worked for her:

“I want to let you know that Syfo has been a real life saver for me. I decided to start a diet that was pretty tough for me, but once I discovered Syfo, it was simple to stick to my diet! Syfo helped satisfy any cravings that I had for sweets or soda! The Tangerine-Orange and Wild Cherry taste amazing! I just bought 20 more bottles!! Thank you Syfo so much!!!”

Oh and by the way, slide 13 in Health.com’s presentation has to do with drinking water to stay hydrated instead of turning to energy drinks. Syfo does a pretty good job of that too.

We’ve all heard that eating brought on by stress can be a bad thing. But according to Woman’s Health Magazine, eating certain foods can help you cope, reduce stress and offset the negative effects of all that pressure. So the next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, consider these foods:

Almonds, Pistachios & Walnuts

Almonds are rich in vitamin E, an antioxidant that strengthens the immune system. Almonds also contain Vitamin B which is known to help your system deal with stress.  Shell pistachios or crack walnuts have been found to reduce blood pressure — both under stress and normal conditions.

Avocados

Avocados are high in potassium and contain monounsaturated fat, both of which can help to lower blood pressure. Potassium is one of the best ways to reduce blood pressure according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and just half an avocado offers 487 milligrams, more than you’ll get from a medium-size banana. To get your avocado fix, try making your own homemade guacamole or avocado salad dressing.

Skim Milk

There is science to back up the old warm-milk remedy for insomnia and restlessness. Calcium can reduce muscle spasms and ease tension. Skim or 1 percent milk fat is preferred if you’re trying to reduce fat in your diet.

Oatmeal

Carbohydrates make the brain produce more serotonin, the same relaxing brain chemical released when you eat dark chocolate. Oatmeal contains carbohydrates but also is high in fiber, allowing the carbohydrates to be absorbed into your bloodstream gradually. The more slowly your body absorbs carbs, the more steadily the serotonin flows and the longer the mood-changing effect lasts. Plus fiber is an essential part of a healthy diet.

Oranges

When facing high amounts of stress, pouring a glass of orange juice or grabbing an orange or tangerine can help settle the nerves. The vitamin C in citrus fruits has been shown to boost the immune system, lower blood pressure and reduce stress hormones. For a refreshing and relaxing treat any time of the day, try mixing Syfo Original Seltzer with your favorite citrus fruit juice.

Salmon

The omega-3 fatty acids in fatty fish like salmon or tuna are a great stress-hormone reducer and also protect against heart disease. In addition to salmon, fatty acids can be found in eggs, yogurt, milk, and soy products.

Spinach

Spinach is rich in magnesium and 7 out of 10 people are deficient in this mineral. Magnesium can help lower your stress levels and not getting enough magnesium can bring on migraine headaches and fatigue.  Just one cup of spinach provides 40 percent of your daily value—so try using it instead of lettuce on sandwiches and salads.

You can read the entire article on stress-reducing foods on the Women’s Health Magazine website.