Are you torturing yourself with salad and yogurt every day? If the answer is yes, you probably lose weight fast and gain it back even faster. Some people are diet addicts and some have such a low self esteem, they would do anything to look better.


The key to every success is balance: a balanced diet and a balanced exercise program. If you happen to fall into extremes you will not get any results, at least not permanent ones. We are all familiar with the yo-yo effect. This happens when a person loses a lot of weight in a short time and gains that weight back in an even shorter period. All drastic diets have this effect, this is why most overweight people are diet addicts and they have many health problems. When your diet becomes drastic your metabolism is slowing down and when you return to normal eating, the extra weight will come back as fast as it went away.


A balanced diet means 40% carbohydrates, 40% proteins and 20% fats. Eliminating sugar and fast food is another important decision that you must make if you want to keep yourself thin or lose weight. 5-6 small meals a day will assure the energy you need to cope with everyday stress and effort but they will also make your metabolism faster meaning that you will burn more and more calories. Your meals should be composed of: chicken, low fat milk, brown bread, fruits, vegetables, olive oil, low fat cheese, yogurt, etc. Drinking a lot of water is also important; if you neglect this aspect you might get dehydrated and water also helps the body burn more calories.


A good exercise routine is a must if you want to live and look healthy. Not only it will make you feel better but it will also help you avoid heart diseases, diabetes and other illnesses that are caused by a sedentary life.


Losing weight is not a process that takes a determined period; it involves a lot of patience, ambition and attention. If you lose weight, it does not mean that the battle with yourself is over; actually, it just begins because you will need more effort to maintain your weight than to lose it.