Studies have found that those who cook at home are more likely to maintain a healthy weight than those who are constantly eating out. This is because when you are cooking at home, you are more aware of all of what is going into your food. So experiment a little. Go shopping at least once a week to maintain a supply of fresh ingredients such as fruits and vegetables. Try different herbs and spices in your cooking. Buy Tupperware and store the leftovers so that when you have a crazy day, you can still stay on track and not make that tempting trip to McDonalds.