If you’re guilty of shopping for high calorie snacks while grocery shopping, perhaps it’s time to clean out your fridge and kitchen cabinets.

Try to get rid of foods with high levels of sugar, sodium and trans or saturated and try to stock up on foods that are fresher and have a shorter shelf life so you know you’re eating more natural foods.

As mentioned prior, nutrition is just one facet of losing weight. A lot of it has to do with the attitude you have and the lifestyle choices you make.

So instead of using a weighing scale to measure your success in terms of weight loss, focus instead on trying to be healthy and making healthy choices. Your body will thank you and your weight loss journey will be a lot easier to follow.

Surround yourself with people who support you and remind yourself daily as to why you want to lose weight.

You might think that working out three days in a row could be beneficial for your body but, recovery time is just as important in helping you achieve your desired weight goals.

Be sure to listen to your body and if it’s time to rest, do so.

As it turns out, cravings are more than just a strong desire for a certain foods. It could mean you’re lacking something (e.g. not enough sleep). So find out what the meanings of your cravings are and why you’re constantly having them.

Related: What Your Food Cravings Mean

We know ordering is tempting when you don’t have the time to cook but try your best to prepare meals ahead whenever you can.

Whether it’s a soup base or quick salad for lunch, attempt to create a make-ahead meal at least once a week.

Related: 10 Easy Soup Recipes You’ll Love 

If you hate going to the gym, don’t force yourself just because everyone else is doing it too. Find an activity that you actually enjoy and make it a point to do it at least once a week.

Eventually, find more activities you enjoy so working out doesn’t become just another routine.

Soft drinks and alcohol makes you bloat and leaves you feeling uncomfortable. Try not drinking them for a week and you’ll soon realise how much sugar you’re actually consuming with every drink you have.

Related: 5 Ways To Get A Flatter Tummy At Work

When you’re distracted by the television and eating at the same time, it’s easy to lose track of how much you’re actually consuming.

You might end up over eating too!

… on unhealthy chips! Instead, load up on hummus, fresh fruit and nuts! Also, try to understand why you’re in the mood for a snack. Are you actually hungry or just feeling bored?