Losing weight will again top the list for many devising New Year's resolutions. Unfortunately, few will actually attain that slimmer self, long-term anyway. No doubt this has to do with our propensity to take short-cuts or to find a quick-fix. Registered Dietitian Gloria Tsang, and founder of HealthCastle.com, suggests fad diets are to blame.

As you make the necessary mental preparations to shed the pounds and attain healthier lifestyles, some tangible tips may help make your commitment a reality. After all, we're all hungry for the answers