FITNESS: Six simple ways to lose weight

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1. Don’t cut out fat

“There are different sorts of fats. Fish which is fatty is good for you because it keeps you full for longer.

“I think the idea of the low-fat diet has been something of a failure.”

2. Stop drinking fruit juice

“One of my number one rules would be to cut out fruit juices.

"Juices and smoothies are liquid, so you don’t really notice the calories, but they are not healthy.”

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3. Cut out sugary carbs

“I would recommend cutting out sugary carbs like chocolate, cake and bread.

"Bread is very sugary unless you make it yourself.”

4. Cut down on your alcohol intake

“Try and have a couple of days a week without alcohol to give your liver a bit of a rest.

“There are a lot of calories in drinks but also if you’re drinking alcohol you’re more likely to reach for the crisps because your inhibitions go.”

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5. Don’t eat between meals

“I wouldn't recommend eating lots of small meals, that’s a popular diet myth.

"I often skip lunch because it’s good to go for longer periods between eating.”

6. Measure your waist

“It’s best to measure your stomach around your belly button. It should be less than half your height.

“Gut fat is the worst sort of fat. It’s a better measurement than weighing yourself. Get the tape measure out.”