The No. 1 Tip To Prevent Overeating

March 22, 2021 "Remember that losing weight and maintaining weight loss require lifestyle changes in diet, exercise and the behaviors associated with these habits." — Donald D. Hensrud, M.D., M.S. Healthy Eating Lose weight with mindful eating Mindful eating is the best way to prevent overeating. How many calories do you consume without even realizing it? Mindful eating — especially during social situations — is an effective weight-loss strategy that encourages you to slow down and pay more attention to your food. It helps focus your senses on exploring, savoring and tasting, and teaches you to follow hunger cues. Put mindful eating into practice with these ideas as you prepare and eat meals. It gets easier over time! Try these effective strategies » Healthy Cooking Healthy dessert idea: Fruit kebabs! Next time you're on dessert duty for a social gathering, skip the cookies and serve up these healthy fruit kebabs. They're tasty, easy to prepare and even more fun to eat! Get the recipe » Today's Weight-Loss Tip Personalize your plan for success When it comes to eating better, exercising more or making other healthy changes, no single plan works for everyone. That's why it's a must to make your plan your own. Take a day off from exercise, or enjoy one of your favorite foods once in a while. The more you make your program work for you, the less likely you are to rebel against it later on. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities BECOME A MEMBER! You are receiving this message because you subscribed to The Mayo Clinic Diet newsletter, powered by Everyday Health. REMOVE me from this list | ADD me to this list | Customer service Copyright © 2021 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. All rights reserved. Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy. Mailing address: 345 Hudson Street, 16th Flr., New York, NY 10014