Some 99 percent of 5000 people who lost at least 30 pounds did one thing that worked above all diet regimes—count calories.

This is also consistent with the findings of the National Weight Control. According to the study, these are what dieters should do:

* Restrict intake of certain high-calorie foods
* Practice portion control
* Exercise regularly—equivalent of one hour brisk walk
* Ate breakfast regularly—usually cereal and milk
* Weigh regularly

To maintain losing weight, you should take a look back at these delightful tips whenever you feel you’re breaking away from your diet routine. Remember that one step forward in your diet should not equate to eating that extra chocolate bar.