It’s the goal of thousands of people across the country. But losing weight can be a challenge that is difficult to achieve. This is especially true if you don’t have the requisite knowledge on how your dietary choices are affecting your lifestyle. To help you make healthy, effective choices as you work to lose weight this year, Physiomed is offering several weight loss tips in the below infographic. Start by learning to cook We know that the studies show those that cook a meal at home at least five times per week live at least one year longer. This shows the significant health benefits offered by cooking for your family. As you begin to review your meal plans, why not get the family involved and ensure they understand the importance of balanced, nutritious meals? Make sleep a priority One of the lesser known elements of a strong diet is sleep. Few people know that sleep plays a significant role in keeping you healthy as you reach toward your health objectives. Studies show that sleeping less than six hours per night can lead to an increase in stress hormones. These hormones may lead to you feeling more hungry throughout the day, as your body goes into protection mode. Plan meals ahead of time The importance of meal planning when trying to lose weight cannot be overstated. One of the challenges you will face is that you might be short on time and then have to eat a less nutritious meal to fill you up as you take on your daily tasks. Simply take a few moments out of your weekend to plan your meals. You might begin this process by creating multiple meals at once, ensuring there’s always a healthy choice available regardless of the time. Make your healthy lifestyle a priority this year by reviewing the latest data in this infographic. It will help you make healthy, effective dietary choices that will help you lose weight and keep it off!