1. by: Amanda Hamilton

2. * Based on eating for pleasure and portion control * a three-month plan meant to reset your "body's dials" for a lifetime of healthy weight through slow, gradual weight loss. * A two-day leek soup fast jump-starts the plan followed by meat or fish, vegetables, and a piece of fruit. * Not a quick fix or fad diet

3. * No food is off limits, only large portions. * No counting calories, no skipping meals -- just control what you eat. * eat good food * very high quality * small portions * savor every bite

4. * eating fruits * vegetables * low-fat dairy products * lean meat * olive oil * occasional treat * Try to stay away from processed snack food * Stay away from soda and other sugary drinks * Stay off the fast food, pre packaged meals, and frozen meals.

5. * eat a wide variety of healthy foods to be more satisfied without feeling deprived. * eating the same foods is a bad habit * try new recipes, flavors, and herbs * there are no forbidden foods, as long as the portions are kept in check.

6. * does not include fitness classes but instead just plenty of daily physical activity and lots of walking. * keep a food journal to identify where excess calories are coming from so you can make adjustments. * walking and weight training over sweating it out on cardio equipment at the gym.

7. * Satisfy it with a few bites or a small portion of the food you crave. * learn to enjoy the pleasure of eating delicious food in a relaxed environment

8. * sit down * slow down * chew thoroughly * stop speed eating and eating on the run * take more pleasure in the dining experience * eat with all of your senses * be more mindful of every bite so you taste and savor the food and recognize when you are full. * eat without distractions – turn off the television, put down the book, and focus on eating

9. * You can still have your favorite foods, but try to reduce how often or how much. * Slowly reduce portion sizes over time so you won't realize you are eating less. * make small healthy improvements, such as drinking more water all day long to stay hydrated and flush out toxins. * Not a diet, its a lifestyle that leads to a trim waistline without denial or guilt.