Get a good night's sleep as you're less likely to overeat when you're well rested. 2. Make sure to eat breakfast to minimize the chances of overeating due to extreme hunger later in the day. 3. Watch your portion sizes. 4. Make sure to add fewer sweets and starches and more fruit, vegetables, and protein sources to your plate. 5. Have some color on your plate. This ensures you have included fruit and vegetables. 6. Eat when you are hungry and stop when you are full. 7. Have healthy snacks available. 8. Make it a habit to take a walk after eating. 9. Add more high-fiber foods like whole grain bread and produce to help fill you up and satisfy those hunger pangs.