#26-30

26. Go on a date.
Women tend to order foods with fewer calories when dining with a man (who’s not a long-term significant other), compared with when they eat with other women, according to a study conducted at McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada. ~ Here is one of the latest research articles that had the same findings

27. Avoid eating lunch at your desk
If you must, have a quick bite, then go for a short walk. ~ According to the American Dietetic Association, approximately 70% of Americans eat lunch regularly at their desk several times a week and unfortunately, I’m one of them. This article has bits of information and 7 tips for breaking this habit and how it can be harmful such as causing overeating because you’re distracted, sitting for an additional hour, and higher bacteria counts.

28. Always carry a snack
Try nuts, low-calorie bars, or a piece of fruit. Eating frequently keeps your metabolism up (and reduces the odds that you’ll wind up a victim of the vending machine). ~ There are several websites that have great workplace snack ideas, so even just doing a general Google search can give you a few. Here are some ideas: non-perishable includes soup, instant oatmeal, peanut butter, crackers, and tuna packets; perishable includes fruit, low-fat yogurt, or low-fat cottage cheese.

29. Wear stilettos
“Every few days, I’ll wear the highest heels I own,” says Decker. “It helps tone my legs, because they work different muscles in my calves and thighs.” ~ While heels have also been known to elongate leg muscles, some studies have now shown that it improves the pelvic floor muscles, similar to Kegel exercises.

30. Relax
Stress causes the body to release cortisol, which causes more calories to be stored as fat, especially in your abdomen. ~ Stress can effect all aspects of your health. Here is another article from the mayo clinic about stress management.