Weight-loss Tip: Eat two to three moderately sized, protein-rich meals per day. If you find yourself hungry in the afternoon, add a small fourth meal.

Weight-loss Tip: Some examples of low-carb vegetables: broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, brussels sprouts, cabbage, Swiss chard, lettuce, cucumber and celery.

Weight-loss Tip: The importance of eating plenty of protein cannot be overstated. This has been shown to boost metabolism by 80 to 100 calories per day.

Weight-loss Tip: Give yourself at least 90 minutes to end your meal before you plan to go to sleep.

Weight-loss Tip: Don’t skip meals. When you get too hungry, you’re less likely to make healthy choices and your body will start storing fat.

Weight-loss Tip: A pedometer can help keep track of your steps. If you’re not getting 10,000 steps a day, you’re not moving enough.