Anonymous wrote:I think fasting works really well. Try that for awhile and then you'll be used to not eating much. Also, you didn't mention exercise. The more you do -- the easier it will be to lose thos 10 pds. Good luck! I'm starving/dieting/exercisin g to lose weight for my dd's college graduation. I've been working on it since Feb. 1

Fasting may help you lose a few pounds in the short term, mostly water weight. But you're not doing yourself any favors. Most people cannot maintain the weight loss and many gain even more b/c you're slowing your metabolism down.

I find breakfast is my undoing..if i am good and have some oatmeal or a hard boiled egg and nothing else, I am good for the day.

In the store: I try to only hit the "smile"...produce to dairy going through the meat/seafood/bacon section. Some tips for feeling more full without eating more:

- Nuts as a snack (almonds are great)
- Lean turkey meatloaf
- Lean ground pork/chicken meat balls

For me it's all about portion control. Good luck and don't try to lose more than a lb a week!