It's not easy losing weight when our eating habits have been with us for so many years: the urge for a bit of sugar in the morning, a snack in the middle of the afternoon, ice cream when settling down to watch our favourite TV series in the evening...

Hypnosis can help stamp out bad food habits.

What is hypnosis and how does it work? See how it can help you lose weight and what happens during a session. If you're still not convinced, read Claire and Rachel's experiences of hypnosis. And Dr Bruno Gomez reassures us about the myths and dangers commonly associated with hypnosis.