By Jo Ann LeQuang

It’s weight-loss season and no matter how much you know about diets and exercise, you cannot help but get caught up in the hype. Yes, we all know that crash diets don’t work. Yes, we all know that plans made in January are jettisoned in February. But we can’t help ourselves. So instead of denying ourselves this seasonal ritual, let’s go with some new approaches. Here are seven unusual ways to help you lose weight.