* Eat a high-protein, low-carb breakfast, and eat breakfast every day. * Drink lots of water throughout the day, at least 34-68 oz. per day. * Keep a food journal so that you are aware of what you are consuming. * Get daily exposure to sunlight, which gets your body the Vitamin D it needs and may even help kickstart weight loss.[1] * Plan your meals ahead of time, like at the beginning of the week. * Pack a lunch for work or school so that you don’t rely on take-out or other unhealthy options. * Try to get eight hours of sleep per night. * Walk or bike instead of getting behind the wheel for shorter trips. * If you sit often during the day, make sure you build in a break every hour or so to move your body. Do some stretches, tap your toes, or take a quick walk around the block. * Place healthful foods such as fruits and veggies in plain sight: on the countertop or in the front of the fridge. That way you’re more likely to reach for them. * Use smaller plates and bowls when eating. * When you’re eating a meal or snack, sit down at the table and don’t do anything else. ________________ [1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24622804