DIET TIPS
1: Drink plenty of water or other calorie-free beverages.
People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger. So you can end up eating extra calories when an ice-cold glass of water is really what you need.
2: Think about what you can add to your diet, not what you should take away.
Start by focusing on getting the recommended 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day.
3: Consider whether you're really hungry.
Keeping your portions reasonable will help you get more in touch with your feelings of hunger and fullness.
4: Be choosy about nighttime snacks.
Mindless eating occurs most frequently after dinner, when you finally sit down and relax.
5: Enjoy your favorite foods.
Sometimes putting your favorite foods completely off limits leads to weight gain because it triggers overeating.
6: Enjoy your treats away from home.
Keeping your treats out of the house keeps you from overindulging!
7: Eat several mini-meals during the day.
If you eat fewer calories than you burn, you will lose weight. But when you're hungry all the time, eating fewer calories can be challenging. Try and eat 4-5 smaller meals throughout the day to keep you full and your body on the right track.
8: Eat protein at every meal.
Getting enough protein helps preserve muscle mass and encourages fat burning while keeping you feeling full. So be sure to include healthy protein sources, like yogurt, cheese, nuts, or beans, at meals and snacks.
9: Spice it up.
Add spices or chiles to your food for a flavor boost that can help you feel satisfied.
10: Stock your kitchen with healthy convenience foods.
Having ready-to-eat snacks and meals-in-minutes staples on hand sets you up for success. You'll be less likely to hit the drive-through or call in a pizza order if you can make a healthy meal in 5 or 10 minutes.
11: Order children's portions at restaurants.
Another trick is to use smaller plates. This helps the portions look like more, and if your mind is satisfied, your stomach likely will be, too.
12: Eat foods in season.
13: Swap a cup of pasta for a cup of vegetables.
Simply by eating less pasta or bread and more veggies.
14: Use non-food alternatives to cope with stress.
Sooner or later, you're going to be faced with a stressful situation. Instead of turning to food for comfort, be prepared with some non-food tactics that work for you.
