I started my new life change (not a diet) August 1st. I weighed 186 when I started. I decided I was not going to keep gaining. It seemed like every few months I was needing new clothes. I decided to change my life. I started exercising at least 3-5 times a week. I eat 3-6 times a day.It depends on how busy I get. I stay away from bread and sugar. I eat meat vegetables and fruit. I snack on almonds a lot. I always have a can of them. I drink lots of water. I use to hate to drink water. I buy the crystal lite packets and keep cold bottled water ready. I think the biggest thing is getting your mind made up that you are ready for a change. my husband still bakes goodies and I will take a bite of what ever he makes but just a bite. I stayed thin until I hit my 30,s and now I have to work at it. I feel so good I still have some more weight to loose but I am on my way.