All of that is good information for those who count calories. Believe me when I say I know about dieting. I have had a weight problem since the age of 15. I've tried all of the diets, Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, most fad diets over the counter at the drug store, I even tried counting calories on my own. Turned out I would lose 30 pounds, but as soon as I stopped dieting, the weight would pile back on. What I now call the "Oprah Syndrome".
Before my first pregnancy, I had lost 40 pounds, (yet again). During my pregnancy, I gained back 60. After my daughter was born, I gained another 60 pounds. I was 120 pounds overweight for three years. One day I said; "Enough is enough". I put myself on a diet but I did not count calories. I ate all of my favorite foods except in smaller portions. Instead of eating a whole pizza, I limited myself to only one slice. I excercised more, and did what I enjoyed doing; (dancing and walking), so excercise was not "work" for me. After 9 months, I was 120 pounds lighter and through it all, I taught myself how to eat healthy and in moderation. It has been 15 years since I lost that weight and I am still keeping it off. Losing weight is not about counting calories. It is training yourself how to eat properly and in moderation without having to give up the foods you enjoy. Consume what you need and not another morsel more. It is very hard work, but it is doable. Want a chocolate bar? Have one. ONE, not TEN.