Many studies have proven that all diets have a temporary effect! The secret to losing weight is to make permanent choices in what we do. Here we have some simple long term commitments:
• Commit to whole wheat bread
• Drink fruit juices instead of soft drinks
• Always select fruit as a dessert
• Start most meal with a large salad
• Use whole grain pasta, bread and rice
• Take longer to eat. It takes time for your body to send its satisfaction signal
• Always park your car far rather than near
• Use the stairs for anything less than 4 stories
• Think positive about all of the choices above.

Forming good habits is the answer to long term health!

Conclusions as a result of the largest survey ever undertaken on long term maintenance after weight loss efforts by individuals!
Your can succeed without using advertised diet programs, special foods, supplements or drugs.
25% of the people lose 10% or more of the original weight and kept it off for at least one year.
13% of all surveyed dieters keep at least 10% of their original weigh off for 5 years or more.

What most people did to successfully maintain their weigh loss for at least a year:
• Over 80% Exercised at least 3 times a week. E.g. walking or jogging
• More than 70% of the people increased physical activity in their daily routine. E.g. parking their car further away.
• About 70% reduced the amount of food consumed per meal.
• Near 70 % eat fewer fatty foods.
• Close to 70% eat less sweets and junk food.
• Over 65% eat more fruits and vegetables.
• More than 63% stop snacking between meals.
• Above 60% drink less alcoholic drinks.
• About 60% eat more frequent, smaller meals.

-- WisdomTips.com editorial staff.

If you think you're going to cave and eat that whole box of cookies, just remember how you will feel afterwards. Guilty, sad, angry? Does it feel as good as you thought? Was it worth it? Of course not. It will just set you back on the yo-yo rollercoaster which is really hard to get off. If you really must, just have one - not the whole box!

Use a sensible, safe approach to weight control. For long-term results, concentrate on making gradual changes in your eating habits.