Yes, the mere act of monitoring (including self-monitoring) leads to behavioral change.
This alone can be sufficient for some people.
One factor is just the sheer volume of snacks and treats - outside of the portion size of any particular meal. If your were not self-aware of constant eating that can have a big impact - at least it did for a few friends of mine.
One factor is just the sheer volume of snacks and treats - outside of the portion size of any particular meal. If your were not self-aware of constant eating that can have a big impact - at least it did for a few friends of mine.