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this is not a scientific response, but when i wanted to lose 25 lbs i started on atkins type diet a few years ago.
the first thing you will notice is that you will not be so hungry between meals.
you will see weight loss.
and after about 90 days on this i lost about 4-5 lbs per month and then switched to a more balanced unprocessed foods diet and added in 45 minutes of exercise daily (15 minutes bowflex for upper body, and 30 minutes bicycling either indoors or out).
and i am now 57 with the muscular slim "swimmer's build" i had when i was 25 and i am in the best shape of my life, BMI about 21.
lots of whole grains, fresh fruit and steamed veggies, grilled chicken or fish for meats, oatmeal with walnuts, flaxseed and raisins every morning, etc.
no baked goods, no processed foods, no bread, nothing fried, no fast food, etc.
had my FAA medical recently, blood pressure 112/72, perfect health. have not even had a cold in 5 years.
no more heartburn, lots of energy, quick on my feet, and married to a 21 year old girl.
life is good, and it starts with diet and exercise.
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