Weight-loss diets that keep your heart happy
Most people who’ve lost weight and kept it off for years will tell you that sticking to your new eating pattern is key for long-term success. Yes, you can still have a cheat meal of your old favorites once in a while. But unless you make a permanent shift away from the habits that led to your weight gain in the first place, you’ll probably end up regaining the weight you’ve lost. It’s an all-too-common problem, as evidenced by the rising trend of overweight and obesity in this country.
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