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There is no perfect diet for losing weight. But there are scientifically proven ways of eating that can help you manage weight and prevent the weight from coming back. Focus on managing a healthy weight instead of going to extremes in limiting how much you eat. Here are some examples of diets for obesity treatment:

• Mediterranean diet
• High fiber diet
• Vegetarian diet

Learn more about starting healthier ways of eating and choosing foods for better weight control here

There are many reasons why we gain and lose weight and sometimes, they have to do with how we feel.

Some people use food to cope with difficult situations and soothe their feelings. Eating to feel better is called emotional eating - and it's the reason why we sometimes need psychological support instead of diet advice.

Stress can also change the way that you eat and put you at more risk of developing obesity. Learning to manage the stress in your life is one strategy you can also include in your weight management plan. Get 8 tips for managing your stress and your weight.

Regular exercise is very important for losing and managing your weight. To make sure that your weight management programme is as effective as possible, consider adding aerobic and resistance exercises to your routine.¹⁶ You should also move more in general.

Find tips for getting a good start on a new exercise programme here.

Getting too little sleep can affect your hormones, which can then affect how and what you eat. When you sleep better, you're better able to make healthy choices and resist tempting foods. Try these tips to improve your sleeping habits:

• Create healthy routines around sleeping.
• Relax before going to bed
• Make your bedroom a great place to sleep

Learn more about getting the sleep your body and mind need here.