Did you know that hunger is actually the first sign of thirst? And that every cell in your body requires water to function efficiently? Aim for at least 8 glasses (2 litres) of water a day.

1. Drink Water - This is one of the most essential ways to stay healthy and stick to your diet. Not only does drinking water flush toxins from your body, it keeps you energized and makes your stomach feel full. Do not force too much water down, as that will make you feel sick. However, drinking eight glasses a day plus one before each meal will stem your hunger.

2. Chew Gum - Sugarless gum is a guilt-free way to keep your jaws busy. Many people attest that chewing gum can help you lose weight and make you feel as if you are eating food. Other benefits, such as building stronger jaw muscles and increasing concentration, are also associated with chewing gum.

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If sitting at school or work, constantly tap your feet/fingers. Fidgeting throughout day is proven to burn up to 800 calories per day. 

Don’t eat a lot at once. Spread your food throughout the day. This will help to avoid binging and keep your metabolism going.

# 17. Seek alternate stress relief.

You can learn to manage your emotions in a way that doesn’t involve food. Find another outlet for frustration—whether it’s taking a long bath, meditating, getting in a workout, chatting with a friend or another form of healthy stress relief. If you can distract yourself from upsetting feelings or learn to sit with them for a while, you’ll probably find they pass more quickly than you’d thought. And, you’ll feel better afterward because you’ll have avoided another potential source of distress: losing control of your eating

# 16. Keep it up with your workout routines.

Workout routines do more than help counteract the excess calories that come from overeating. People who exercise regularly are less susceptible to overeating, most likely because their mood is elevated, so they don’t needfood to make them feel better. Exercising most days of the week also reinforces your commitment to a healthylifestyle, which is likely to make you more mindful of when, where and how much you eat.

# 15. Turn down food pushers (politely).

When people push food, you need to be clear and say, “No, thank you.” Choose your words carefully: Saying you’re on a healthy eating program is more persuasive than saying you’re trying to lose weight