•Have dinner at least two hours before going to bed

•Do exercise regularly. Walk as much as you can or meet a fitness specialist to find an exercise that suits you

•Minimise fatty foods intake, especially fried foods

•Drink eight to 10 glasses of water a day

•Add plenty of salad, fruits and whole grains to your diet

•Reduce your consumption of alcoholic drinks

•Develop a proper posture. Stand erect, sit straight and avoid slouching

•Avoid high consumption of carbohydrates at dinner time. This is the period when the human body is at rest and less active.

•Along with regular exercise, taking a steam bath does help to some extent

•Eat frequently, but in moderation – eat several small, balanced meals and snacks per day