Because most of us think that we need to make massive changes to be able to get the results we want we are often discouraged when we don't achieve the success we have hoped for in changing our dietary habits. However, it's best not to underestimate the power of small changes as these can become stepping stones that can help us meet more important health goals.

Here are a few easy things you can do to become more aware of your eating habits and to make easy corrections :

Learn smarter ways to enjoy your favorite foods

Giving up your favorite foods in an effort to lose weight or to maintain it can often lead to a lot of frustrations being counterproductive because it leads to all kinds of negative associations with healthy eating that tend to lower your motivation to meet your goal. The key for enjoy your favorite foods is to be fully conscious about how much you eat. While this might seem like a no-brainer most of us don't take advantage of this simple idea like we should.

It's very typical for many women to eat chips directly from a bag when they are in the mood for a salty snack. This often leads to overeating as they are not fully aware of the portions they are eating. A better way to enjoy this snack would be from a transparent bowl be cause this gives you a better idea of how much you really eat.

Another good idea is to choose a day a week when you will indulge in your favorite foods guilt free because this will prevent you from binging later on by giving you more control over your choices.