I recently started a new eating plan. It was also really cool because the food I ate was healthy and satiating me (I actually had to eat more). It was so effective that after just one week I lost six pounds! These are my tips to lose weight fast, eat right!

I know, we not only live in a society where we want things to be fast, we have also been conditioned to think that if something is not terribly difficult or takes a long time or requires a lot of sacrifice it cannot work.

The truth is that it is a pile of garbage in many cases. In reality, simple changes can make a big difference. When you consider that your body is like an engine and needs certain things to run smoothly, it can make more sense.

So if you want your body to work the way it’s supposed to, you have to give it what it needs. That, my friend, are the best quick weight loss tips I can give you.

Here are some more specific ideas to follow:

1. Make sure you speak with your doctor before starting any type of diet or exercise plan. Only she can know your specific needs and limitations (if you have them). You want to stay healthy, so your doctor’s office is the first place to start.

2. Find a solid and nutritious weight loss plan. You may ask your doctor for a recommendation. Find a plan that is sensible and good for your body in the long run. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, I would personally stay away from “extreme” diets.

For example, any plan that makes you eat a lot of only one type of food. I’m not a doctor and can’t say for sure, but it seems like a silly idea to me. Like a car engine, your body needs many types of food to run powerfully.

No one would put gas in their car without adding oil. The same principle applies to your body. Why would you only eat one type of food, say protein, and ignore the other things your body needs like fats and carbohydrates?

3. Your mom was right, eat your vegetables (and fruits). Part of a balanced diet means more fresh fruits and vegetables every day. Don’t say “I don’t like vegetables.” Everything you “like” or “dislike” has been learned over time.

We are not born with certain food or drink preferences. They are taught. You can “unlearn” yourself what foods you like and what foods you don’t like.

It will take some time, but you can do it. You may never like all veggies, and no one says you like them, but you can definitely train yourself to like some veggies (the same rule applies to all types of food and drink).

4. Make sure you drink plenty of water every day. Much of our population is dehydrated. Too many people drink only soda, coffee, sugary sports drinks, etc. You need water. Fresh, clean and fresh water. Start drinking more.

Hey, don’t make it harder than necessary. You don’t need a supplement or the latest ab device, all you need is a sensible diet and exercise plan and these other tips to lose weight fast.