A Mr. Nice Guy (Male, Norfolk, 66 or older, Retired) answered:

I don't know if you would be interested, but if you are, just type in: WWW.CBN.COM and look up their weight loss program...Good luck...

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A Thinker (Female, 46-55, Financial / Banking) answered:

I have found that eating more protein and fewer carbs really helps stop hunger when you're trying to control your food intake. Protein fills me up more and lasts longer.

So, try eating a little protein when you get hungry, like a little bit of chicken or a small piece of cheese. It really works for me.

You can go on the internet and search for foods that have protein with not too much fat.

Good luck.

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A Creative (Female, 46-55, Artist / Musician / Writer) answered:

The problem with most programs is that they're too restrictive and have you focused so much on what you're not "supposed" to have that you end up feeling deprived and craving those exact same things.

What worked for me is a balanced, healthy, common sense plan that's more about gradual lifestyle changes than about dieting.

Nothing you truly enjoy should be forbidden, whether it's bread, pasta, red meat, chocolate or anything else. Life is too short.

Moderation is the key. Start by making sure you're getting the recommended 5-9 servings of fruits and veggies each day and drinking 8 glasses of water. Also, eat something healthy every 2 - 3 hours. Those steps alone will help to keep you feeling satisfied, rather than hungry. They will also help to keep your energy and metabolism up and your blood sugar balanced.

Round out the rest of your diet with lean protein like fish, grilled chicken, turkey breast, egg whites and soy-based meat substitues like tofu or veggie burgers. Include some complex carbs like whole grain breads and cereals, brown rice, and whole grain pasta. Add a little heart healthy fat from sources like olive oil and raw nuts, a little low or non-fat milk, cheese or yogurt, and you've got a good variety of things to choose from for your everyday diet. Take a good muli-vitamin every day too, and allow yourself the occassional indulgence to keep from feeling deprived. A lot of people find that they can enjoy a weekly "cheat meal" where they have anything they want - pizza, steak, dessert, wine, whatever - and still lose weight.

Physical activity is important too, but it doesn't have to be a strenuous workout to be effective. Start by walking for 20 minutes a day and build up from there. Bicycling, swimming and water aerobics are good too.

Just check with your doctor and see what he or she recommends, and take it one step at a time, be kind to yourself and don't give up! Good luck to you. :)

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