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Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501
It's not easy for someone who has to choose between a million fad diets (many of which are complete scams), who doesn't realize that there are better ways to work out than running all the time, and who doesn't have time to read every label/cook their own meals.
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Unfortunately you have to read all the labels. There are a lot of "whole wheat" breads that have enriched white flour as the main ingredient - in other words white bread with a little whole wheat flour added. You HAVE to read the label on bread to make sure you get 100% whole wheat or whole grain. The same with a lot of other foods.
I have done well with a few simple rules for healthy eating that are fairly easy to keep. Only whole grains. 100% whole grain bread, brown rice, quinoa, etc. No white potatoes. Lots of fresh fruits and vegetables (avoiding only the few that have a high glycemic index like watermelon). Lean meats (chicken, pork, quality steak, fish). If you do these things you can lose a lot of weight and do it in a healthy way without too much hassle.
But you do still need to exercise. I've lost 40 lbs and kept it off for a year with this diet and exercise.
There really is no shortcut that is healthy and will let you live a healthy lifestyle for the rest of your life. Too many lose some weight with fad diets, then go back to their old lifestyle and gain it all back (or more). A complete and permanent change of lifestyle is best. And it requires dedication and hard work, but is worth it. I'm 51 and in the best shape of my life - and I feel great.