Weight Loss

There is no doubt that there are plenty of good reasons for losing weight. Losing weight will probably mean a longer happier life, but there is an emphasis now on quick weight loss regardless of any longer term effects.
A change of lifestyle in terms of the introduction of regular exercise and a sensible diet is surely the best long term plan for losing weight. Fad diets won't have any effect five years down the line, and it is certainly not a good idea to take weight loss medication for the rest of your life...