Walking the Walk - The Verdict

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It's time to decide -- is this a healthy habit that can be realistically worked into day-to-day life?

• Piece of cake! I can definitely work this into my daily routine.
• Not my cup of tea. This is harder than I imagined. Still, I plan to stick with it and do my best.
• Nuts! This seems nearly impossible to keep up. But I'll definitely do it whenever possible.

This week was great, so easy and so simple. Like I said back at day one, this plan isn't rocket science -- it's what most of us should be doing anyway. What I like about it -- especially for someone who's new to a healthy lifestyle -- is that it's a simple guide that leaves a lot of room for personal choice.

For instance, take five fruits and vegetables a day. The world is full of fruits and vegetables. The choices and combinations are nearly endless. Because of the season, I ate most of mine fresh. But a better cook than me could have incorporated them into delicious, healthy recipes.

Like I said, it feels like a gimmick, but really, it's just good, old-fashioned advice.