Water's the right way

Drink at least 8 glasses of water everyday. Why? Aanchal Achipalya, Nutritionist from Talwalkars Fitness Center says, "When you are hydrated, every cell in your body functions at an optimal level.

Also, within 10 minutes of having water, your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) remains elevated for around 40 minutes."

This is good news for your immune system.

The meal break-down

Instead of having three whole meals, have five meals throughout the day with a gap of two and half to three hours each.

According to Richa Anand, Dietician, Hiranandani Hospital in Mumbai, when you eat more frequently, your body automatically works out more. In this manner, your metabolism will be active constantly.

The more you starve, the tougher it is for you to lose weight.

Reason?

Aanchal says that if you are dieting, your body metabolism slows down to compensate for the lack of nutrients.

Effect? A slowed-down metabolism and low threshold of resistance to extreme weather.

Get That Timing Right

Richa Anand warns: It is not only important to eat right, but also at the right time. Don't send confusing signals to your body with erratic timing. Stick to a time and follow it regularly.

So, if you decide to have dinner at 8 o' clock, make sure you stick to that time everyday.