How to Choose a Diet Plan That Suits You, Your Lifestyle

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Here we go again making promises with our new year's weight loss resolution. We religiously stick by them for some time only to renege on the commitment after a short while. And, while we hold ourselves accountable and own up to our lack of a steadfast resolve, our chosen diet can also be the one to blame. It may sound counterintuitive, but choosing the right diet that suits you could be just as much crucial to weight loss success as making good on your promise.

And, in choosing the right diet, U.S. Health News offers one savvy advice--- choose a diet plan the same way you'll choose the right car for you. Absurd as it may sound, your methods of buying a car can be applicable in making the right choice when it comes to the diet that suits you.

Do Some Research

In the same manner that you peruse different models, dealerships, consumer ratings and expert reviews when deciding on your next car, it is also necessary to look into the right diet for you. You can research about existing and new diet fads online, and see what people who have tried it are saying. You can also check out some diet books or various diet programs available.

Choose a Wallet-friendly Diet

Just like when purchasing a new car, one of the considerations must be your budget. "Some weight-loss programs require you to buy supplements or meals, or to visit weight-loss clinics or attend support meetings. Does the cost of such programs fit your budget?" says Mayo Clinic. 

It is important to make sure you can deal with the economic aspect of your diet from the onset. The diet could prove to be working or may suit you well, but if you can't afford it in the long run, then it is doomed to fail, as well.

Choose Something Practical

In buying cars, you choose one that works best based on your life circumstances. Do you need a small car or big family van? Are you going to use it for short city driving or should it stand tough roads and long drives?

Your eating plan must also be based on your own convenience. Choose something that doesn't take a lot of time out of your busy schedule and easy to maintain.

Beware of False Claims

Not because it's the latest craze a lot of people are trying out, it doesn't necessarily follow that it's effective. For all you know, there is some very good marketing strategy behind the program, which, in reality, doesn't really work.

You have to be careful of the shady salespeople and beware of those diets that are seemingly too good to be true that offer quick and easy fix.

Choose a Long-term Diet

"Finally, think durability, safety, and efficiency. You want a car that can withstand tough roads, handles well in inclement weather and gets good gas mileage," wrote U.S. Health News. "The plan you choose is one you should be able to maintain, without any adverse health consequences, and it shouldn't require drastic changes in lifestyle or be a significant drain on your budget or time."