Healthy Soup and Salad.

Soups minus the cream (broth-based) are a way to have a healthy lunch at work. Bring a thermos with your favorite variety and pair it with a protein-rich salad; if the ingredients are flavorful and fresh (veggies like mushrooms and red bell peppers) and you put a touch of cayenne or other spice mix on top, you won't need to slosh on the dressing, either, saving you tons of bad calories.

Slow Down.

Eating too fast or while in a rush can often cause people to eat more than they even want to! If you eat more slowly, chances are you will become fuller and be able to pay more attention to the signs your body is giving you.

New Habits.

While it is good to mix things up occasionally and vary your diet choices, it has been proven that a well-planned week of meals that stays fairly similar month to month is actually very beneficial. Your body knows what to expect and gets used to the familiarity of the meal planners. Try these 24 recipes for helping you keep a slim figure and flatter belly.

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