Losing weight and getting your body into shape means following some tried and true tips.

Keep reading to learn more, and get ready to channel your best, healthiest self!

Eat the rainbow.

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You’ve likely heard that the more color you have on your plate, the healthier it is.

“[It’s] important to eat the rainbow.

This will ensure you are getting a variety of vitamins and minerals into your diet,” Young says.

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She also notes, “Including fruit and vegetables is very important for one’s diet.

Finding the right fruits and vegetables that an individual will enjoy eating is essential.”

Add more fiber to your diet.

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Revving up the amount of fiber in your diet is crucial if you’re trying to lose weight.

That’s because fiber keeps you full for a longer period of time, Young says.

However, if you’re bumping up your fiber, you also need to boost your fluid intake.

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The words “fats” and “carbs” may immediately cause alarm bells to sound in your head.

But know that healthy fats and healthy carbs are actually your friends!

“It is important to eat [healthy fat] in moderation.

Some examples are quinoa, oats, buckwheat, millet, and so much more.

The trick is to pay attention to portion sizes.”

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Meal prep your food.

Meal prepping your food is always a smart idea when you’re trying to lose weight.

Limit how much alcohol you drink.

Young stresses cutting back on how much alcohol you consume.

Eat at home as much as it’s possible for you to.

Whipping up home-cooked meals is a much healthier route than ordering takeout or going out for dinner.

Get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day.

Carving out at least 30 minutes for some physical activity each day can make a major difference.