These habits are your simple daily actions to help you hit your goals. Focus on these each day — small actions lead to big results.
Taking your time to eat allows your brain to register fullness and helps prevent overeating.
Example: Set a timer for 20 minutes during meals to help pace yourself and enjoy each bite.
Listening to your body's hunger signals and stopping when you're satisfied can help you control portion sizes effectively.
Example: Before you finish your meal, assess your fullness and consider leaving a few bites if you feel content.
Preparing your meals in advance can help you control portions and make healthier choices easier throughout the week.
Example: Cook a batch of rice and chicken at the beginning of the week to use for quick lunches or dinners.
Incorporating a source of protein in every meal helps to keep you full and satisfied, making it easier to control portions.
Example: For breakfast, add Greek yogurt to your granola or include an extra egg with your toast.
Including a variety of vegetables in your meals adds volume and nutrients, while helping to manage hunger and portion sizes.
Example: At lunch, include a side salad or add steamed kale to your rice with chicken.
Staying hydrated is key to maintaining energy levels and can help prevent overeating by mistaking thirst for hunger.
Example: Carry a water bottle and aim to finish it by the end of the day, refilling it as needed.