Too much weight is a big problem and people should watch it but also avoid risky diets. Here are some weight loss advices for safe weight loss. Researchers found that individuals who ate foods similar in color to the plate they were eating on—like pasta with tomato sauce on a red plate—ate 30 percent more than those whose food contrasted with the dish they were eating it from. And since there aren’t many blue foods out there, blue plates are a great place to start your weight loss journey!

Want to boost your weight loss? Start by leaving the car at home. Research published in 2012 in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine shows a significant link between commuting by car and increased weight gain, even among those who are otherwise physically active. So, if a distance is short enough for you to walk and you’re physically able to do so, go by foot whenever possible.

The quickest and easiest way of reducing calorie intake is to drink more water. A study of more than 18,000 adults found that increasing daily water consumption by just 1% resulted in the intake of 70 fewer calories, while drinking three extra glasses lowered calorie intake by 205. Decreased sugar consumption was a main reason for the calorie reduction, according to the Journal Of Human Nutrition And Dietetics.

“Shopping hungry leads to bad ideas,” says registered nutritionist Sophie Thurner. “We all know it and yet we all still do it. That three-for-two offer looks so tempting, and then you end up getting three of the not-so-healthy things, which you’ll have to finish, because none of us like to waste food. Have a precise list of items you need for a targeted, efficient approach without the risk of buying things you don’t need.”

Firefighter Mike DeMaria recently lost 23 pounds by sticking to a strict eating schedule through intermittent fasting. He said he ate only between the hours of noon and 8:00 p.m. and watched the weight melt off. As he began to lose weight, he also felt more energized and started to work out more frequently in the gym, switching between running, a StairMaster, weights, and other exercises. One tip from DeMaria: avoid doing the same workout every day. “Some days I run 5 to 7 miles outside, while others I may run 2 to 3 miles on the treadmill,” he told INSIDER. He also alternates between the StairMaster, quick plyometric workouts — exercises that involve quick, repetitive movements that stretch and contract muscles — with burpees and push-ups, and lifting weights.

Sipping some water throughout the day is one of the easiest ways to shave off some excess weight. A review of research published in 2016 in Frontiers in Nutrition confirmed that increased water intake is positively associated with weight loss—so before you grab a snack, make sure you’re not mistaking that thirst cue for a hunger pang.

“Whether you’re trying to lose weight or manage your cholesterol, the 2019 Best Diets rankings provide each person a chance to evaluate what eating plan will work best for them and their particular needs,” said Angela Haupt, Assistant Managing Editor of Health at U.S. News. “By profiling and providing in-depth data on more than 40 diets, as well as sample meals, consumers can rely on U.S. News for the tools they need to feel empowered to make well-informed lifestyle and wellness changes.” As we say, there’s no one diet to suit every single person. What will work for someone might not suit your particular goals or lifestyle. See more info at Lose Weight Fast.