1. Diet

Eat a variety of foods that have nutritional value.  Healthy fats, lean protein and fiber from fruits and vegetables are some examples.

 

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

 

Just a 10 minute walk can improve the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. SLEEP

How hungry you are is related to how much sleep you get.  Aim for 6 hours or more.

 

 

4. STRESS

Stress raises cortisol which tells the body to store fat.

 

 

5. CIRCADIAN RHYTHMS

A disrupted body clock can wreak havoc on weight.