1. Learn to label watch: many foods contain hidden fat and sugar

2. Present meals attractively by garnishing with lemon wedges, parsley, watercress, or other fresh herbs

3. Use smaller plates to make meals look larger

4. Don’t buy high calorie snacks – then you won’t be tempted

5. Use apple concentrate as a sugar substitute in salads

6. When stir-frying use vegetable stock instead of oil

7. The colour green is an appetite suppressant

8. Bake as an alternative to deep-frying

9. Eat slowly

10. Once you have reached your targeted weight, continue to eat according to healthy eating principles. However, allow yourself a treat once a week