Many people who are overweight struggle to control their weight. Studies have shown that most obese people are aware of their problem and try to control their eating behaviors.
Make healthy food choices, including whole grains, fruits and vegetables, lean meats and fish, low-fat dairy products and limit sugary foods and drinks (except for the natural sugar in fruit). Eat a variety of meals and snacks throughout the day.
Plan Your Meals
Meal planning takes a bit of time each week, but helps reduce stress and saves you from making last-minute decisions that can lead to unhealthy choices. Plan a weekly menu and make a list of food items needed. You can use a meal planning app or write your list on paper. When shopping, cross off items you already have in your refrigerator and pantry to avoid buying unnecessary foods.
Meal planning can also help you eat a more balanced diet, including fruits and vegetables, grains, protein foods and dairy or fortified soy products three times per day. A meal plan system that is easy to execute will increase consistency, making it more likely that you’ll stick with healthy eating habits. That can ultimately lead to weight loss.