Eliminate distractions by turning off the TV and putting down your phone

Many people find that curling up on the couch while eating and watching TV is the best way to unwind after a busy day. Unfortunately, this behavior may eventually result in overeating and weight gain.

It's likely that if you're eating in front of a TV, computer, or smartphone, you're more focused on what's happening there than on the spaghetti you're putting in your mouth. In addition to making food less satisfying, this also makes it simpler to ignore signs that you've had enough to eat, such as noticing how much is left on the plate or feeling your stomach filling up. Research also supports this notion. According to studies, being distracted causes people to eat more both at the time of the distraction and later in the day.