If you're only going to use a portion of your sliced bread, it's best to defrost that portion only. Thawing out an entire loaf of sliced bread when you only need a few slices will require you to either consume the rest of the loaf or refreeze it. Refreezing bread repeatedly can dry the bread out, making it hard and/or stale. Set aside as many slices as you'll need to defrost and save the rest in the freezer. If the slices are stuck together, you can try using a clean fork or knife to gently pry them apart. Take the slices you've chosen to defrost and arrange them on a plate. Most permanent kitchen dinnerware is safe to microwave; if you're not sure, check the bottom of the plate, as manufacturers will stamp some kitchenware as being microwave safe. Do not cover the bread. Simply arrange your slices on a plate with a little space in between each slice. Some bakers recommend wrapping frozen bread in a paper towel before microwaving. Make sure the plate can safely be microwaved. Avoid using disposable plates or anything made of plastic. While most loaves of bread will not defrost well in the microwave, sliced bread can be microwaved effectively. As the bread thaws, the starch molecules in each slice will form crystals, which can draw out any moisture that was previously in the bread (called retrogradation). Using a microwave allows the crystals to break down inside the slices of bread so that each piece is soft and warm. Set the microwave on high power. Heat the sliced bread in your microwave for increments of 10 seconds. Check on the slices after 10 seconds before adding more time in the microwave. It should not take more than 15 to 25 seconds for most microwaves to defrost sliced bread. However, there may be some variance in defrost time, depending on your particular microwave. Do not microwave bread for longer than a minute, as this will probably overheat it. Make sure the bread isn't too hot before eating. Be aware that microwaving bread is likely to make it either overly chewy or hard and stale. This is because the bread loses its water content as the microwave turns that water into vapor, which leaves the bread. If you don't have a microwave or would rather not use one, you can defrost frozen bread in a toaster oven. This method may not work well for whole loaves of bread, though, so it's best to only use toaster ovens for slices of bread. Adjust the setting to "defrost" or "frozen" to warm up sliced bread from the freezer. As always, make sure the bread hasn't gotten too hot while toasting.
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One-sentence summary -- Thaw out as many slices as you'll need. Arrange the slices on a microwave-safe plate. Use a microwave to warm the frozen slices. Heat up frozen slices of bread in a toaster oven.

If it is not available, you will be less tempted. Fueling yourself properly at the beginning of the day ensures that you don't put your body in starvation mode by lunchtime. Starvation mode essentially means that your body holds on to fat, even if you don't eat much. It also ensures that when you do eat, you will overindulge to compensate. Try to make sure your breakfast is balanced nutritionally, including a good source of protein. Many popular breakfasts are very carbohydrate-heavy with little protein, making you hungry much sooner. Make sure to take at least 20 minutes to eat your meal or snack. Eating slowly gives the brain a chance to be satisfied. Slow eating will help you avoid eating more than is necessary to feel full. Take the time to appreciate the foods that you are eating. You will receive more satisfaction out of your meal by savoring it than if you quickly scarf it down. Try replacing three large meals a day with six smaller meals. There is evidence that suggests an association between more eating occasions and lower BMI. The theory is that eating more frequently will help keep you fuller throughout your day because your energy levels will be more stable, as will your blood sugar levels. Try having protein at meals and snacks. This will help keep you full for longer periods of time. Beans, lean meats, and nuts are effective for this purpose. Consider eating a snack like cottage cheese before bed. Your body takes longer to break down the casein protein contained in cottage cheese; therefore, your metabolism will be working all night. Treating yourself with junk food once a week can undo all of your week's hard work. One slice of cheesecake, for example, can be over 1,000 calories. If you really need something sweet, try eating a piece of fruit instead. Dessert usually consists of bad carbohydrates that also leave you feeling hungry quickly. If you want a frozen treat, try freezing grapes or blueberries. You can also mash a banana and add a teaspoon of honey for an ice cream-like treat. Restaurants focus on serving delicious food, not healthy food. Besides being tempted to order something you know is unhealthy, you may order something you think is healthy only to consume more calories than you thought. For example, the Garlic Rosemary Chicken at Olive Garden is 540 calories; however, when you add the sides, you could end up eating over 1,000 calories for a meal without knowing it.
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One-sentence summary --
Remove all the junk food from your house. Have a nutritious breakfast every morning. Learn to eat at a leisurely pace. Eat small meals several times a day. Replace dessert with fruit. Avoid eating out: