Be aware that it is a lifetime commitment. Keep in mind that the challenge will be your ability to maintain the weight loss. Remember that “good will” fades away with time. Decide to adopt a lifetime of new choices and behaviours. Set realistic, progressive and specific goals for weight-loss.
I always say: A successive weight loss is based on
30% Healthy Food Selection
30% Active Lifestyle
40% Exercise
Bring cooking water to a boil before adding vegetables. Allowing water to heat up slowly with the vegetables in it destroys more nutrients. Better yet, steam or microwave vegetables just until crisp-tender.
Be aware that it is a lifetime commitment. 
