The key to successful weight loss and weight management is making permanent changes in your eating habits. Don't try to revamp your diet all at once. Start with a few small adjustments and gradually build on them until balanced nutritional choices become a regular part of your lifestyle.

Reaching and keeping a healthy weight is a long term process. Gradual changes in diet are more apt to become habits over time.
Listed below are some ways to gradually make changes in your eating habits:

I. Plan meals ahead of time. Skipping meals can lead to overeating and an unbalanced diet.
II. Learn to recognize physical hunger. Eat because you are hungry, not because you are bored, tired, angry, etc....Sit down when you eat and focus on eating. Avoid combining eating with other activities like watching t.v., reading, etc....Use a small plate.
III. Visual cues can help to tell you that you are eating enough. Learn to eat slowly. It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to know your stomach is full. Watch for fat content of food.
IV. Fats are packed with energy, and many foods, particularly "fast foods" are loaded with them. Reducing saturated fats is also recommended calories count. Keep track of yours. Keep a food diary, tracking your intake can help in selecting and maintaining proper food choices.
V. Stay motivated, set short-term, reasonable, sensible goals and reward yourself when you succeed.