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6 simple changes that can help you lose weight

Use the summer to get fit, eat healthier and live better

Jan, 2026
LearnWeight loss6 simple changes that can help you lose weight
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Set realistic goals, and make a plan
Overhaul your pantry and fridge
Plan ahead
Enlist a buddy
Skip quick-fix detoxes
Change the way you think about dieting

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Summer means warmer temps with much longer days, making it the perfect time to get outside and be active. There’s also a plethora of delicious, seasonal produce to enjoy. It’s the perfect time to start making changes towards a healthier lifestyle.

We know it can be hard to get started so we caught up with Julie Geyer, RD, dietician and clinical nutrition manager at Rose Medical Center, in Denver, to get tips that can help you have the happiest and healthiest summer ever—and how to make these changes stick all year long.

Written byBeth Ward.
Medically reviewed byAmy Gonzales, MD.October, 2025

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