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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Well I lost around 15 pounds over 3 months and here's what I can share:

Don't starve yourself or drop under 1200 calories per day, but do create a calorie deficit plan and stick with it.  There are lots of calculators online that can help with this:

https://www.calculator.net/calorie-calculator.html

[b]Don't drastically alter your activity level right now because it will leave you feeling hungrier than just dieting alone and you'll be tempted to eat more.[/b]

Combined with the calorie deficit, I had luck with intermittent fasting (where you go 12-16 hours without eating) about twice a week.  On those days I fasted from dinner until around noon the next day, and I believe this helped me reach my goal on time, though I still counted calories religiously.  Eat lots of protein, fat, complex carbs, and veggies to fill you up, stay away from refined carbs and sugar.  [b]Cut out alcohol, sodas, and anything you add to coffee or tea.  Spread out your meals throughout the day (on the days when you're not doing intermittent fasting).  Have a few go-to snacks that are 100-150 calories, and meals around 400 calories on hand or quick to prepare.[/b]  Always take snacks with you when you leave the house so you won't be tempted due to hunger.  When I was dieting I also made a lot of savory soups and stews with veggies, beans, and meat.  The liquid/broth in the soups make you feel more satiated than just eating the same amount of calories in non-soup form.  And chew sugarfree gum to help with hunger...you will feel hungry the first week while your body adjusts.  Good luck![/quote]

Haven't tried intermittent fasting, but I have lost 20 lbs. in 2 months before, and I agree with PP - especially the bolded parts.

- Don't start exercising, you'll just be hungrier. Focus on calorie deficit.
- Stock your house with low calorie snacks like yogurt, SkinnyPop popcorn, baby carrots, etc.
- Drink lots of water, you'll probably lose between 3-5 lbs. of water weight just from that
- Focus on lean proteins and vegetables for your meals. Replace white carbs with vegetables where you can, e.g. instead of chicken with broccoli and rice, do chicken with broccoli and a salad.
- No empty calories. No alcohol, no soda, no dessert.

It's tough, but doable. Good luck![/quote]

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