Tips for a Healthier Day

Listen to your cravings: If you're craving something sweet, eat something sweet - just opt for a healthier option, like fruit, instead of a high-calorie one. The same goes for savoury cravings - for example, try air-popped popcorn (no butter!) instead of high-fat crisps. It's just a smart substitution!
Look for high-fat hints: Want an easy way to identify high-calorie meals? Keep an eye out for these words: au gratin, parmigiana, tempura, alfredo, creamy and carbonara, and enjoy them in moderation.
Don't multitask while you eat: If you're working, reading or watching TV while you eat, you won't be paying attention to what's going into your mouth - and you won't be enjoying every bite. From today, every time you have a meal, sit down. Chew slowly and pay attention to flavours and textures. You'll enjoy your food more and eat less.
Leave something on your plate at every meal: One bite of bagel, half your sandwich, the bun from your burger. See if you still feel satisfied eating just a bit less.
Get to know your portion sizes: It's easy to underestimate how much you're eating. Today, don't just estimate things - make sure. Ask how much is in a serving, read the fine print on labels, measure your food. And learn portion equivalents: One serving of pasta, for instance, should be around the size of a tennis ball.
Make a healthy substitution: Learn to swap healthier foods for their less-healthy counterparts. Today, find a substitution that works for you. Use skimmed milk instead of full-fat milk. Try wholewheat bread instead of white.
Bring lunch to work tomorrow: Packing lunch will help you control your portion sizes. It also provides a good alternative to restaurants and takeaways, where making healthy choices every day can be challenging.