Think outside the diet & exercise box!
31. Eat breakfast.
Studies show the most important meal of the day can keep those pesky pounds at bay. The morning meal revs up your metabolism, stabilizes blood sugar throughout the day, and keeps hunger hormones in check. If you experience hectic mornings on the reg, we get it. These 11 Quick Breakfasts for Busy Mornings makes eating clean and fast a snap!
32. Don’t bring serving dishes to the table.
Research shows that exposure to serving dishes on the dining table triggers people to costume at least 10% more food.
33. Go easy on variety.
Variety triggers hunger; limit the amount of dishes available to you at a meal, and you’ll eat less.
34. Eat oatmeal.
The slow-digesting carbs in oatmeal helps you stay satisfied all morning long, while keeping your energy levels up and blood sugar steady. These factors will help you achieve that smaller waistline, so treat yourself to a warm, comforting bowl! If your usual, snooze-worthy porridge has got you down, shake things up with these 5 Surprising and New Oatmeal Recipes!
35. Purchase an inspirational outfit.
Invest in a sexy, skinny outfit and hang it up as a visual reminder of the goal you’re working towards!
36. Clench your fists.
More often than not, people snack impulsively as a response to boredom, stress, or anxiety. Science shows that tightening your fists before reaching for food will better help you control your snacking impulses.
37. Soup’s on!
Research shows a bowl of low-calorie, vegetable soup before a meal will have you consuming up to 20% fewer calories!
38. Kick temptation by distracting yourself.
Go for a walk, chew gum, or call a friend. Separating yourself from temptation will suck the power out of that temptation, allowing you to resist it easier.
39. Sniff peppermint before meals!
Strange as it may sound, certain aromatherapy, such as the scent of peppermint oil, can suppress the appetite and invite feelings of fullness, triggering you to eat less. The act of sniffing peppermint can also prevent you from emotional eating.
40. Have an egg-based breakfast!
Science shows people who enjoy an egg-based breakfast feel fuller throughout the day and eat less than those who consume an eggless morning meal. For centuries, people have praised the powerful superfood for its weight loss benefits. For scrumptious recipe ideas, here are 14 Best Ever Egg Breakfast Recipes!Â
41. Exercise in the AM.
Moderate to vigorous exercise in the morning will help you control hunger and dodge cravings throughout the day. Ironic as it might sound, exercising earlier can actually boost your energy levels, too! Make a morning sweat sesh part of your daily routine with these 5 Steps to Become a Morning Exerciser.
42. Strength Train!
Muscle burns calories much faster than fat, which means replacing fat with muscle will have you torching calories at a quicker rate throughout the day! Strength training newbies, have no fear! These 9 Circuit Training Workouts for Beginners hooks you up with an  easy-to-follow sequence of routines that’ll blast fat and build muscle.
43. Healthy foods have calories, too.
Go easy on the nut butter and guacamole! Sure these superfoods contain a boatload of powerful health benefits, but they come at a calorific price. So enjoy in moderation!
44. Substitute olive oil for butter.
The healthy fats in olive oil will help you feel fuller, so cooking with the superfood will boost your meal’s satiety factor, ultimately having you eat less.
45. Boost your music’s BPM!Â
Upbeat tunes with a higher BPM, or beats per measure, will have you accelerating your workout pace naturally! Slay your next workout with this High Energy Cardio Playlist!
46. Calm cravings with turmeric.
Boost your meal’s satiety levels by sprinkling turmeric, a nutritiously vibrant superfood, on your veggies or protein!
47. Eat with your non-dominant hand.
Switch things up by challenging yourself as you consume food. The difficulty of eating with your non-dominant hand will have you eating more slowly, and ultimately consuming fewer calories!
48. Use vinegar instead of salad dressing.
The acid in vinegar increases fullness. Meanwhile, unlike thick and decadent dressings, the tangy liquid contains very few calories, ultimately melting pounds and getting you towards your goal weight faster.
49. Sprinkle red pepper on your meals.
Spices like red pepper can boost your metabolism and have you torching calories faster. Perk up your dishes with these 5 Spices that are Key for Losing Weight.
50. Stash your sweets.
Keep sugary sweets out of eyesight, so the thought of indulging won’t even cross your mind!
51. Include fiber and protein at every meal.
Protein and fiber form the ultimate dynamic duo, helping you feel fuller after meals while working to torch fat and build muscle. Keep pesky cravings and intense hunger strikes at bay by including these nutrients at every meal!
52. Don’t eat directly from the bag.
Tempting as it may be, reaching directly into that snack bag to grab a handful of munchies can lead to weight gain. Research shows people exposed to larger portions of food consume more, so dish out a snack bowl and kick that habit to the curb!
53. Sip green tea.
Besides being loaded with antioxidants, green tea helps mobilize fat and boost your metabolism. The superfood’s powerfully potent properties will flush away belly bloat in no time. Get the lowdown on this terrific tea by checking out 3 Reasons Why Green Tea is a Superfood.Â
54. Get enough ZZZs!Â
Sleep deprivation can rack up your body’s level of hunger-inducing hormones, ultimately increasing your appetite and tempting you to eat more. Here are 9 Tips to get Better Sleep.Â
55. Invest in a pedometer.
Wear a pedometer daily, and aim for more than 10,000 steps!
56. Fidget.
Your work environment might encourage a deskbound lifestyle, but even subtle movements such as fidgeting can help you be more active.
57. Banish the ranch!
Swap fatty dips like ranch with healthy, fiber reach alternatives like hummus, and shave off a boatload of calories from your daily intake!
58. Keep a food log.
The act of physically grabbing a pencil and documenting your eating habits will help you follow through when it comes to healthy eating goals.
59. Enjoy cinnamon!
A dash of cinnamon sprinkled on your fruit or oatmeal can make dishes taste more decadent, while also boosting your metabolism.
60. Pass on the creamer.
It’s the little things in life, like creamer in your coffee, that’ll invite a gradual accumulation of unwanted pounds. Ditch the creamer and opt for almond milk instead, to save yourself a handful of calories- it adds up!
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