20. Fidget. Tap your feet. Drum your fingers on the table. Stretch. Stand up and move around. Even standing up burns more calories than simply sitting down on the couch. Calories burned: from 100 to 150 an hour.

21. Go low carb. But not completely. Cut down on white breads, excessive sugary snacks and starchy vegetables such as potatoes. Eat more whole grains and green vegetables. Save calories by the hundreds.

22. Do not shop for food when you’re hungry. Always have a healthy snack before heading to the supermarket. Make a shopping list and stick to it, even if it means rushing through the aisles to avoid temptation. Stay away from checkout lines with large chocolate or candy displays. Save money and at least 200 calories (the amount in a small chocolate bar).

23. At restaurants, consider ordering an appetizer or side dish instead of a full plate. They are usually a more appropriate size than the extra-large portions served at many restaurants. Calories saved: 400 and up.

24. Sip green tea instead of coffee. Three cups a day will boost your metabolism and help your body burn an extra 100 calories.

25. Drink alcohol in moderation, if at all. Alcohol slows down your metabolism and the rate at which you burn fat. Avoid beer; choose wine wines over reds; and stay away from creamy, sugary cocktails. Drink a glass of cold water between drinks. Switch your sweet wine (206 calories a glass) for dry (100 calories). For every can of beer you don’t drink you will save 110 calories.

26. Make good use of the seasons. In winter, go skiing or snowshoeing and burn up to 600 calories in an hour. In spring, spring-clean your house and get rid of up to 400 unwanted calories. In summer, go swimming and wash off 500 calories. In the fall, rake leaves together with 250 calories.

27. Ask for salad dressing "on the side" and then dip your fork in it before each bite. At home, skip dressings altogether and use herbs and spices for seasoning. Save over 100 calories.