Weight loss

Just actually took some time to plan and cook well instead of letting it get to mealtime and grabbing what was around. (Usually involving toast😬)

Whatever you do the basic equation is energy in needs to be less than energy out.

Eat less, move more.

I have lost half a stone over 6-9 months simply by cutting down on the amount I was eating. 2 pieces of bread a day not 4 etc. I try to eat healthily but also like treats like chips! Smaller portions if eating out.
I carry some emergency food with me - small oatcakes - so that if I get hungry, I have something to stave off cravings for unhealthy food.
Good luck!

At much your age, height and weight I lost 2 stone using the 5:2 diet. On non fast days I limited my valley consumption to 1500 calories

I chose to lose some weight to see if I could reverse my diabetes diagnosis. Over 6 months I’ve lost just over a stone. I cut out desserts and cake replacing with extra veg and salads and fruit but no bananas and grapes. If it’s in the cupboard I will eat it so I’ve been really careful not to buy things that are sugary. It’s not really a diet but it’s worked for me. I’m due my annual diabetic check up so I will see if it’s made a difference.

The 5:2 fasting regime works for me. Two calorie restricted days a week and you can relax on the other five. It may not suit everyone of course, but it’s just routine for me now.

I've been following a healthy eating plan. The focus is on eating healthily as opposed to just weight loss, though I have almost lost a stone in weight it is more important to for me to be well.

Agree join a slimming group, you will be surprised what you learn about healthy eating, the bonus is they can be fun especially if you get the right crowd.

Not naming any specific one, I joined a weight loss organisation. The discipline of a weekly weigh in and the support from the facilitator and the rest of the group kept me on track. Yes there is a healthy eating meal plan to follow, but it is certainly not that restrictive, and as a bonus, I've made lots of friends there and look forward to the weekly chat time. I've been at the weight I want to be since just before Christmas, but still go to meet my friends. The weigh in is an optional extra.