Trying to lose weight? Ditch the diet pills, appetite suppressants or ‘fat burners’ – not only are most ineffective, some are downright dangerous and they all trick your body into an unnatural state. If you need an effective weight loss tool, here’s one that really works -and it’s free and good for your body: WATER! A recent Virginia Tech study found that when overweight adults on a diet who drank 16 oz. of water a half hour before every meal for 12 weeks, they lost almost 5 pounds more than those who didn’t. Water helps you feel full, which can help you consume less calories at mealtimes. Be sure to try it with enough time for it to work, so drink up about 10-15 minutes before eating. Cheers!