NutritionWeight loss

10 kitchen makeover tips that can help you lose weight

Rethinking some of your at-home habits could help support your weight-loss goals.

Jan, 2026
LearnWeight loss10 kitchen makeover tips that can help you lose weight
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An empty refrigerator isn’t the answer
Buy ready-made healthy snacks
Keep a running grocery list in the kitchen
Make smart choices at warehouse stores
Serve yourself one portion
De-clutter your counters
Make food prep easy and fun
Eat at the table but leave serving plates in the kitchen
Portion out leftovers before you eat
Store unhealthy leftovers out of sight

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Making small changes around your home can encourage healthy weight management. One way to support your goals could be to rethink how you've set up your kitchen.

Jessica Hargroder, a registered dietitian nutritionist from St. Mark’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, explains a few key principles, and offers tips on how to change your environment to inspire healthier eating.

Written byRose Hayes, MA, RN.
Medically reviewed byMark Arredondo, MD.September, 2025

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