Weight-loss Tip: Use a printed out calendar to track your good and bad days and use this to motivate you to improve and keep going.

Weight-loss Tip: Eat the healthiest form of whatever you’re craving. For example, if you’re craving fries, get baked potato rather.

Weight-loss Tip: If you struggle with time during the day, workout in the morning so that you get to exercise before the rush.

Weight-loss Tip: If you cannot live without chocolate, then at least make sure it is 70% cocoa and only have one piece a day.

Weight-loss Tip: Always pack a healthy snack, such as bananas, nuts or whole-grain crackers to take along with you.

Weight-loss Tip: If you tend to snack when watching TV, try knitting or sewing to keep your hands busy and away from food.

Weight-loss Tip: Brown rice is a great low fat side. Keep a stock of cooked brown rice in the fridge for a quick addition to a meal.

Weight-loss Tip: Prepare slow-to-eat food. Hot soups, uncut lean meat, and whole fruits all take longer to eat and will make you feel more full and satisfied.