Dairy products are rich in calcium, a nutrient that is particularly important for women. Instead, choose skim or low fat, lower calorie dairy products. Get Beyond Dieting. Learn to recognize social and emotional situations that trigger overeating and find ways to cope with them that work for you. Avoid Fads and Diet Pills.
Most fad diets provide poor nutrition and cause a number of side effects.
Although fad diets can give quick and dramatic results, the weight returns quickly once you stop dieting. Also avoid diet pills. Most have troublesome side effects and none of them work for long-term weight loss. Get a Move On. While physical activity alone won't take off many pounds, exercise can help burn calories, tone muscles, and control appetite.