Not really weird tips, but these two "meta" dieting tips worked for me. (1) fast. Doesn't have to be harsh (I do the 500 calories method) or often. However, I

Not really weird tips, but these two "meta" dieting tips worked for me. (1) fast. Doesn't have to be harsh (I do the 500 calories method) or often. However, I found that it helps reset my gut. If I'm in a phase where my stomachs churns, farts and I'm constantly trying to calm it with food (especially carbs), a short fast resets me somewhat. It also breaks up habits. The side effect of fasting has been better body understanding and food related psyche. I can tell the difference between actual hunger and belly messages. I instinctively know that certain hunger feelings will pass in an hour or too. That I don't actually have to eat every few hours. (2) is basic calorie, glycemic and macro awareness. Counting is (imo) too much and unsustainable. But, some counting sometimes helps you pick up an intuitive understanding of your diet and hunger. Where are you getting your calories. Why are you hungry? Did you eat a 250 calorie, carb based lunch? For example, I've seen a lot of weight conscious friends plate <200 calorie meals. It's true that these are healthy, but unless your on a pretty strict short term diet... your going to make those calories up elsewhere. People unknowingly fall into patterns where most of their calories come from snacks, because meals are calorie poor.