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For most people, weight loss and dieting go hand in hand. In fact, when you hear someone say, “I’m on a diet,” it usually means, “I’m trying to lose weight.” But the word diet (coming from the Latin dieta, or “daily regimen”) can also refer simply to the food you eat day in and day out. I want to change your daily food plan for the rest of your life, not just help you lose weight now. So, considering factors other than a number on the scale is important when you’re charting your progress.

Lowering your BMI by as few as two points can have a profoundly positive effect on your overall health. Check out Chapter 3 for details.

Your body shape, genetics, and age have as much to do with your physical appearance as your weight. So, set realistic expectations for what you expect your body to look like. An unrealistic self-image can be devastating to your health and self-esteem. For more details, take a look at Chapter 22.