You are here  5 Healthy Habits to Live Fat-Free  Make them part
of your daily routine to start looking and feeling better now.
1. Keep a food log  We’re not asking you to count calories, but
you do need some record of what you’re taking in. Write down all
the foods that pass your lips in a day, every day, along with
the approximate times you eat them.  “Keeping a food log is a
great way for a beginner to get a handle on exactly what he’s
eating each day,” says Shelby Starnes, a nutrition coach who
helps bodybuilders get ready for competitions.  After a week or
so, you’ll probably see a pattern develop. You may tend to skip
meals when you’re stressed, or eat low-quality foods at night.
“Two of the biggest problems I see are overeating and
undereating,” says Starnes. “A log makes you accountable and
helps you figure out where you need to make changes in your diet
plan.”  2. Drink lots of water  Two liters (about half a gallon)
per day is the bare minimum. Drink another 500 milliliters
(about 16 ounces) for eve