Weight loss in the Autumn

Use seasonal vegetables to create big pots of warming soups and stews, which are not only low in fat but are also cheap and hassle free.

Porridge oats for breakfast are perfect for releasing energy throughout your morning and can be mixed with water or skimmed milk. Fruit can be added as a natural sweetener.

Autumnal apples and pears can be baked in the oven, sweetened with orange juice and cinnamon and served with a small amount of low fat custard.

Having an Autumn diet that is made up of seasonal food such as sprouts, sweet potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower and squash is good because it means it is fresh and less likely to have been exposed to toxins such as preservatives, which can effect your digestion and weight loss.

Cosy up when the nights are drawing in. But instead of a hot chocolate have a nice warming herbal tea. The benefits of health teas and can help to cleanse out your system and boost that sluggish winter metabolism.

Introduce some heat generating foods into your diet in these cold months. Use spices such as Cayenne or chillies to help keep your circulation moving.

Combine snacks with exercise. Gather up the kids and plan a fruit picking day at the weekend.

Cherry Tomatoes are at their best in Autumn as well as berries and apples, making them the perfect snacks.

Make the most of the bracing, crisp autumn air. Take your exercise outside with long walks or bicycle rides.