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Talk with your doctor before you decide on or join a weight-loss program. Here are some questions you might want to ask.

Compare some of the changes required by popular diet plans to find out what is the best diet for you.

Whether you're a kitchen newbie or you simply want to make the old stand-by's more diet-friendly, these 10 tips will help you cook light and nutritious meals.

From weighing in too often to cutting too many calories, these are the things you don't want to do.

Don't want to go on a diet? You don't have to. Check out these 10 easy ways to make small changes than lead to losing weight.

If you're new to weight loss, these are the 15 facts you need to know.

Now that the pantry is free of "bad stuff", you've got to keep it stocked with the healthful staples that will keep you on track.

Don't let another year go by without making these easy changes that will help you lose weight and be more healthy!

New year's resolutions are hard to live up to, but with a little extra effort, you can meet your weight-loss goal this year. Here are a few tips to help you keep on track with your weight-loss resolutions.

Wondering if you're considered overweight or obese? With a little math, you can calculate your own BMI and identify which weight category you fall into.

Get the answers to these questions before you start any commercial weight loss program.

These are some points to consider when you begin choosing a weight loss program or diet.

So many books ... so little time. How do you choose among all the diet books on the market?

Learn some of the best (and one of the worst) ways to cook for weight loss.

Learn what to record in your food journal and how to review it to make better eating decisions each day.

Don't say "diet" ... just say yes to these healthier habits that will last for a lifetime of weight managment.

Learn how to evaluate a diet program that you are interested in, including safety, cost and support factors.

Check out these ways to add flavor to lighter fare without upping the fat and calories.

This simple print-out will help you track what you eat and drink, identify problem areas, and assess emotional eating.

These are the questions anyone considering a weight loss program should ask before beginning the plan.

Make sure you're not making these common mistakes many dieters make!

Learn how to start walking for weight loss.

Learn how to design your own weight loss plan by assessing your daily caloric needs and cutting or burning additional calories.

There's no room for excuses and no time like the present ... no more putting off weight loss!

A pedometer can cost just a few dollars but it can be an invaluable tool to get you motivated to exercise.

Learn where and how to get help with losing weight if traditional diets aren't working for you.

Keeping a food diary will help you identify the habits, foods and times of day that will be your biggest weight loss challenges.

It's January. Does that mean you're once again in pursuit of that "magic" diet that is finally going to get you to your goal weight?

Think you have to shell out to shape up? Here is how to lose weight without spending a dime!

No matter how many bad habits you have right now, any time is a good time to make a fresh start: Here are some ideas to get you going in the right direction.

Keeping a food diary can help you lose weight. Learn about the questions your food diary can help you answer about your eating habits.

This is the question I get asked most often and the question you need to ask yourself before you start losing weight: Should I follow a diet to lose weight or do it myself?

No matter what time of year it is, there are a few foods that anyone serious about losing weight needs to clear out from their kitchen.

Learn why walking is the ideal exercise to begin during initial weight loss efforts.

Don't think you'll get away with those excuses around me.... I've used them all myself! Now, I know better.

Learn why watching your calorie intake is the smartest weight loss tactic you can use.

Choose the right scale.

Learn how fast you should lose and why it's not a good idea to go any faster.

The reasons you are overweight aren't limited to caloric intake. Take a look at some issues that may also influence weight gain.

Ready to get started losing weight? Don't be overwhelmed. Learn how to take the first step to weight loss.