By Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD In my one-on-one work with clients there is a dual focus: I help them adopt a healthy new eating regimen, but in order for new patterns to stick, we also have to zero in on unhealthy habits that tend to keep them stuck. If you've ever uttered the phrase, "I know what I need to do, but I just can't seem to do it!" my bet is lingering detrimental habits are the culprit. Here are seven that come up often, and why breaking them may just be the final solution to achieving weight-loss results that last! Drinking Too Often For most of my clients, drinking alcohol has a domino effect.