Six no-effort ways to lose weight by an expert who's transformed hundreds of women's bodies (and no, Ozempic isn't one of them!)

Six no-effort ways to lose weight by an expert who's transformed hundreds of women's bodies (and no, Ozempic isn't one of them!) By Claudia Connell Published: 12:05, 13 June 2024 | Updated: 12:24, 13 June 2024 e-mail View comments When you’ve gained a few pounds there’s nothing like the tedium of a strict diet to make you feel even more down in the dumps. Take it from someone who’s tried every diet in the book; once you throw punishing exercise regimes into the mix it’s a recipe for total misery. But if you want to shrink your muffin top without the restrictive diet and punishing gym sessions, you’re in luck.

Fitness and nutritional expert Karen Austin, who has helped hundreds of women lose weight , offers some of the most painless and effective tips for those that love food but loathe exercise...

Fitness and nutrition expert Karen Austin has helped hundreds of women lose weight EAT IN THE RIGHT ORDER Cutting back starchy ‘beige food’ carbs will always speed up weight-loss but there’s no reason to totally deprive yourself. If you’re going out for a meal with friends you don’t have to be the one munching on an undressed salad while they tuck into exciting dishes. Order steak, chips and spinach if you want, but eat it in the right order.

Karen says: ‘When your dish arrives, eat all the protein [meat, chicken, fish or tofu for example] and fibre [vegetables] first. Take your time and eat them slowly. When you’re finished you can start on the starchy chips.