I don’t think we need to reinvent ourselves at the beginning of each year. However, I do think the start of a new year is a great time to reset and re-focus. Last year, my health goals were toeat more protein(especially at breakfast), to fit instrength trainingmore regularly and to get out formore walks. As we head into the new year, I still plan to focus on all of these goals, plus a couple more:eat more fiberandreduce inflammation.

In general, all these goals are about setting myself up for success as I age. I’m only in my 40s, but I’d like to continue to be strong and healthy in the years to come. Paying attention to my protein and fiber intake, building muscle, being active and reducing inflammation should all help. Getting enough sleep and reducing stress are a couple of ways to reduce inflammation—and two things I could definitely work on improving in the new year.

But what you eat can also affect inflammation, so I also plan to incorporate moreingredients with anti-inflammatory effectsinto my meals, such as beans, leafy greens, dark vegetables, berries and foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. That’s why I’m kicking off the new year with theseButternut Squash Hummus Bowls(and adding them to my regular rotation).

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And the bowls are not just an easy way to incorporate a lot of anti-inflammatory ingredients into one meal; they’re also high in fiber, so they help me meet my goal of adding more fiber to my meals as well. If I want a little extra protein, I can add some leftover chicken orcrispy chickpeas, both of which work well with the rest of the components in the bowl.

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With this easy recipe on hand, meeting some of my health goals will be so easy this year. (We’ll see how bundling up and getting out for walks in the snow goes …) I hope you try them and they help you meet some of your health goals, too. Happy New Year!

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