We've identified six common barriers that keep you from exercising.

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Chili is a great way to eat more of the disease-fighting lycopene found in cooked tomatoes. This version is also full of nutritious vegetables and protein-rich beans. It's a hearty, filling meal you can make ahead and reheat for lunch or dinner.

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Regardless of your eating style, here are a few guidelines that can improve your health.

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Spring rolls make a healthy lunch at home or on the go. They are easy to make, and you can stuff them with a variety of vegetables. Pair them with a fresh salad or low-sodium soup for a nutritious, filling meal.

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Taste first.

If you reach for the salt shaker the second your plate hits the table, set it down and start tasting your food first. Most foods already have plenty of salt added during cooking, and they taste delicious as-is. Break the habit and train yourself to taste your food before adding extra salt.

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Sticking to your plan during the week and splurging on the weekend can put you in a weight-loss-then-weight-gain cycle that prevents you from reaching your goals. Learn why the weekend can wreck your efforts and apply these simple changes to avoid setbacks.

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Protein is necessary to help the body make new cells and to repair cell damage. While protein requirements increase during times of growth and development (youth and pregnancy), protein is also important during other times of physical change, such as weight loss and bodybuilding.

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Homemade black bean soup is a healthy, filling meal that is loaded with protein and fiber. This recipe serves three, but it can easily be doubled for extra lunches throughout the week.

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Challenging, lengthy workouts burn calories for weight loss and improve fitness, but moderate exercise may be the answer to making positive, long-term improvements in health. Here are three reasons a 30-minute, moderate-intensity exercise session each day might still be the best choice for you.

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Hidden habits can sneak into your daily routine and keep you from reaching your weight-loss goals. These simple actions may seem harmless, but they can have enough impact on your calorie balance to keep the scale from moving in the right direction.

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