Losing weight is something we are all being encouraged to do and in recent years, there has been much in the media about the harm caused by having weight around the stomach, there are serious health risks, such as heart disease and diabetes, which are associated with stomach fat, so it is important to do as much as possible to reduce the weight around this area, small lifestyle changes can make a big difference.
Changing eating habits and adopting a healthier lifestyle is not an easy task, nevertheless there are some things that can be done to make the changes bearable.

• Try not to eliminate everything at once, start by cutting down on unhealthy foods rather than cutting them out completely.
  
• Find a healthy eating plan that works for you, there are many diets on the market, so there is something for everyone, whether you prefer to pace yourself and lose a small amount of weight each week, or accelerate your weight loss and lose a significant amount within the first few weeks, make sure you enjoy your new eating plan
• Plan your meals and start to use a food diary it will help you keep track of everything you eat, you can create your own one or find a wealth of free ones on the internet.
  

Of course there will be times when your resolve will weaken and your body will be crying out for cake! But don't be too hard on yourself it's only natural to feel this way, allow yourself a weekly treat in the first few weeks of your new plan and it won't seem so rigid.
Today's busy pace of life; means that many people rely on processed foods and survive on a diet of convenience meals, preparing meals from scratch enables you to use fresh ingredients, and have more control over what goes into your body.
Stick to Protein rich foods such as lean meats and fish, beans and pulses these keep you fuller for longer and are known to burn more calories when they are being digested.
Choosing wholegrain varieties of food and drinking lots of water to flush out toxins, will make a huge contribution to your weight loss goals, not just around the stomach but all over your body.
Try to increase your physical activity levels, there are many ways to burn up those unwanted calories, so set yourself a goal and find a way to move more, it can make a big difference to your weight loss goals, as well as releasing mood boosting endorphins.
As the weeks and months progress you should feel fitter, and find that your healthy eating choices are paying off.
Finally, when you reach your target weight make sure you reward yourself, buy an outfit that will show off the new you, and continue to maintain your healthy lifestyle.