We’ve all heard some weight loss wives’ tales and home remedies that are supposed to help us lose weight and/or look better, but, for some reason, they only seem to work for the ones giving the advice, not vice-versa.
Well, Charlotte Andersen over at shape.com has compiled a list of some interesting weight-loss strategies that actually seem to work.
On her list you’ll find things like having cake for breakfast, eating sweets while cooking, and drinking oil.
For the list in its entirety, click here.

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