Hi, I've just read your message, a couple of months have passed since you posted it but, in case you're still looking for good tips on losing weight, I got amazing results by following a mediterranean diet (Italiandiet, I found it on the web), a really good set of eating habits that made me understand the importance of balanced nutrition and portion control in order to lose some extra pounds and maintain a healthy weight. What I like most of my plan is that it's more similar to an eating style than simply to a diet: it focuses on what to eat (more whole grains, more fruits, more vegetables and legumes, a lot of fish, olive oil) rather than on what not to eat (less red meats and less dairy), no foods are off limits, the recipes are delicious and this positive approach makes it easier to stick to your plan. Losing weight, and keeping it off, is a natural consequence of your healthier eating habits. Here are, also, some simply rules, based on my weight loss plan, I use to follow in my daily life to keep my weight under control:

- subdivide daily food intake into 4-5 sittings: it will be easier to digest foods more efficiently and you won't get too hungry between meals (so you won't crave snacks all the time!); - eat white meats (chicken, turkey) more than red meats: they have the same nutritional values but are less fatty; - eat plenty of fish; - use olive oil as your preferred fat: it is extremely digestible and helps you in the digestion of other fats; - include in your diet all-in-one-meals like pasta with vegetables (zucchini, artichokes) or pasta with legumes (peas, chickpeas, beans): they are quick to prepare and provide you with the same nutrients as a three-course meal, being also lower in calories; - as much as you can, try to avoid junk food and fizzy drinks.

You should also make physical activity part of your weekly life. I combined my diet with two hours a week of aquafitness and some running, but feel free to choose the workout that most suits you and exercise regurlarly! Weight loss takes a lot of goodwill and perseverance, but as far as you set little goals and work hard to reach them, step by step, you can get it!! Believe me: I've lost more than 20 pounds so far! :-) I wish you all the best with your weight loss journey, for any help and support feel free to get in touch!