Bad diet is the main reason why the population are overweight. Diet controls the energy in our bodies, our emotions, our weight, in effect – us.

Often we mistake diet as a means to starve our bodies of food, but it does not have to be so painful.

* Always look at your fruits and vegetables. It is too simple to say that they are good for you, but that point must be reaffirmed every time. EAT MORE FRUIT AND VEGETABLES! But as usual, there is a proviso – too much fruit = too much sugar.

So, beware of fruit diets as they may not be healthy as you might think.

* Try to cut out the cookies, ice cream and pies after dinner. You probably know that this is really bad for your diet, but it is always good to be reminded again. NO PIES AFTER MEALS!

Cut down your oils and fats intake, and consume more healthier oils like olive oil. Then cut down on your sweets intake. Nothing too drastic, start by reducing by half and work from there.

* Reduce Carbohydrates – this is the main energy source for your body. The body first consumes carbohydrates then the fats, and finally the proteins when supplying us with energy.

Any calories left over will be converted into fat. So reduce your carbohydrates to a level of 60% of your total dietary intake. Reduce your potatoes, rice pasta and you’ll be on the way to a healthier diet.

* Another great method of reducing your fat consumption that is becoming popular recently is the use of Fat Binders which are known bind to approx 28% of the fat you take into your body. That’s more than one quarter of the fat you take in! These are in the form of pills are are naturally herbal. Proactol and phentetrmine are the main suppliers and results are said to be astounding.

Put all of the points listed above and you will see yourself losing those pounds. Remember, it does not have to be painful. A little bit at a time is enough.