To determine what your ideal weight is you first calculate your BMI and check your BMI chart. Next, determine what is a healthy weight for you.

Losing weight in a healthy way

• Do not miss breakfast. Research shows eating breakfast helps you to control your weight. Some people skip breakfast because they think it helps to lose weight, but this is not wise. It’s not good for you and it encourages you to snack.
• Eat regularly. Eat regularly throughout the day helps you to burn calories at a faster rate. It also reduces the temptation to snack.
• Eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are low in calories and fat but high in fiber. Three essential ingredients for a successful diet. Furthermore, it is healthy too!
• Be active. Studies show that regular exercise is the key if you want to lose weight.
• Drink lots of water. People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger. Drink about six to eight glasses of water per day.
• Eat fiber-rich foods. High-fiber foods are perfect if you want to lose some. Fibers can be found among others in fruit, vegetables, oats, whole wheat bread, brown rice and pasta, and beans, peas and lentils.
• Read labels of food products. Know what you eat and make sure you have control over the amount of fat and calories that you take in.
• Use small plates. Studies show that people who use smaller plates to eat less, but are just as happy. You learn so to get used to eating smaller portions, without going hungry.
• Continue to eat everything! It is not wise to certain foods not to take to you. There is no reason why you should not enjoy the occasional treat.
• Not snacking. Take no snacks in the house such as chocolates, cookies, chips and sweet drinks.
• Drink less alcohol. In a standard glass of wine or beer sit as many calories as a piece of chocolate.