Many people find medical nutrition therapy helpful for weight loss. Your dietitian will tell you how many calories to eat per day to lose weight steadily and safely. He or she can help you plan a healthy, nutritious diet. This can help you make positive lifestyle changes that last.

A weight loss consultant is a professional who provides guidance, support, and advice to clients who want to lose weight, improve their fitness, and adopt healthier habits.

The DASH eating pattern recommends reducing intake of the less healthy fats and keeping total fat intake to less than 25% of the diet's energy, as well as increasing the proportion of low-energy-dense foods, such as vegetables and fruits (9 to 12 servings/day) and low-fat dairy products (2 to 3 servings/day).

Plant-based diets In one study involving 75 participants who were overweight or had obesity, those who ate a vegan diet saw significant improvements in body weight, fat mass, and insulin resistance markers. Plant-based diets may also help reduce your risk for heart disease and other health issues.