Q: In addition to drinking plenty of water and continuing my gym visits, what can I eat for the next two weeks to lose 5 pounds? -Nick

A: The practice of ‘food combining’ – planning meal that combine animal protein and vegetables (for example, chicken and broccoli) OR starch and vegetables (pasta and salad), but not animal protein plus starch (meat and potatoes) is one of the fastest approaches to losing weight. It’s also best to eat starches in the earlier part of the day to give your body an opportunity to burn them off. After 5 p.m., stick to vegetables and protein. 

Lisa Tsakos