I think a balanced diet and portion control are the most important things because you have to be able to eat normally after you lose your weight and want to maintain. If you do a crazy diet and eliminate all kinds of things, then when you start eating again, you will have no idea how to do it and not gain it all back (which I’ve unfortunately done). A source for support during and after is also very important to keep you honest and just share with when times are tough or when you are successful also. It’s great to have a cheering squad behind you. Hatzlacha!
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