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.

Weight-loss Tip: Let your toast or baked potato slightly cool before buttering so that it absorbs less butter.

Weight-loss Tip: If you’re sampling food a lot, eat less for lunch or dinner. The calories from those little tastes you take while cooking can really add up.

Weight-loss Tip: Invest in single-serving containers and use them for leftovers. That way, you won’t polish off everything in one go.