Losing body fat is all about making positive changes to the way you eat and live. By taking the steps to make improvements to your lifestyle, you can see great results with your body shape and more importantly, your health. Below are 6 simple things you can do today to improve your health.

1. Don't think of weight loss as losing weight. Think of it as improving your health, and having a healthier body. But if you are one of those who needs a physical incentive, ignore the weight scales, and aim to get into a pair of suit or dress you've been wanting to wear for a while. A long term goal such as this can keep you focused.

2. Aim to make small changes everyday or every week. For example, if you eat 7 days a week, aim to eat out 5 times a week. On the 2 days you eat in, plan to cook your food with fresh ingredients. Over the coming weeks, aim to increase the number of days you eat at home.

3. Aim to eat more fresh foods. The fresher the food, the more nutritional it is and the better it is for your body and health. Before you visit a super market, plan your grocery list for the week with the aim to fill your cart full of fruits, vegetables, whole meal products and organic produce.

4. Plan to eat more often. That means eating 6 mini healthy meals a day. By eating more during the day, you can reduce the cravings. Ensure that your foods are loaded with fiber and protein. It will keep you full longer.

5. Spoil yourself once a week - losing weight is not about eliminating foods you enjoy. A healthy lifestyle is about enjoying foods in moderation and eating sensibly. Hence, spoil yourself with a small treat every now and then.

6. Get moving - that means exercising plus building muscles. The more active you become, the more you will burn. And the more lean muscle you have, the more fat you will burn. For beginner,s start off slowly, and gradually as your fitness improves, ramp up your intensity