Some of the things you do—or don’t do—every day might be sabotaging your efforts to be healthier. As you read the list of daily habits, don’t be too hard on yourself and expect that you’ll change all of these at once. The key to success is to slowly integrate change into your life. And if you fall off the wagon occasionally, don’t fret or beat yourself up—it’s more important that you get back on. Take a look at these 5 unhealthy habits!
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