When opting for permanent weight loss, slow and steady wins the race. Both physiologist and psychologist alike back up this ideology. Physiologically, rapid weight loss usually is triggered by starvation, which sets off the fat storing mechanisms. Psychologically, it does not give one time to adjust to a new lifestyle or a new way to loss weight healthily.

Believe it or not, you are supposed to chew your food 25-30 times before you swallow. By doing this you are making it easier for your stomach to digest the food, it takes you longer to eat, and your jaws might even get tired so you don't eat as much! Also if you are out to eat on a date or with friends, don't just feed your face, take your time to eat, talk between bites, and remember to chew!!

Drink large quantities of water daily to help with your weight loss.
I have read that you should drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces,
so if you weigh 200 pounds you should drink 100 ounces of water. This
will flush the fats from your body so your liver and kidneys don't have to
work so hard.
It takes some getting used to and you will at first be constantly searching for
a bathroom nearby but eventually your body adjusts to the extra fluid.

Like all good things, excessive water may also be dangerous.

When you have a craving for a certain food, try distracting youreself for 10 to 15 minutes. Take your mind off the thought of food my talking to a friend or going for a walk. If you are stilling wanting to eat try eating a piece of fruit instead.