26 Weight Loss Tips That Are Actually Evidence-Based - Massageishealthy ( Edit Post ) Posted on 11/11/2018 by massagehealthy The weight loss industry is full of myths. People are often advised to do all sorts of crazy things, most of which have no evidence behind them. However, over the years, scientists have found a number of strategies that seem to be effective. Here are 26 weight loss tips that are actually evidence-based. 1. Drink Water, Especially Before Meals Drinking water can boost metabolism by 24–30% over a period of 1–1.5 hours, helping you burn off a few more calories (1, target="_blank"2).