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Most people are well acquainted with fad diets that advertise that you can lose weight fast by cutting out carbohydrates, or by eating everything from grapefruit to eggs. The truth is that though for some people these diets can help them quickly lose the pounds, it is almost impossible to keep the weight off, and the diets aren't healthy. However, there is a safe and quick weight loss regimen that will do the trick.

It needs to be stressed that the diet, that is, what is eaten, isn't the only key. Granted, eating sweets, soft drinks, snacks like potato chips, or other high calorie foods can translate to added pounds. However, simply cutting those foods won't automatically take the pounds back off.

For quick and safe weight loss, something besides the diet is needed, and for most people it is a dirty, offensive word: Exercise. It doesn't need to be, though, because we aren't necessarily talking about buying a membership at a gym and spending a couple hours a day there.

The idea is to simply get the rear end out of that easy chair in front of the TV and to actually do something. Just walking around the block can do wonders.

What does this have to do with a weight loss diet? A lot more than most people might think. The most successful diets are those that change lifestyle rather than simply and usually temporarily removing a few pounds. Even minor exercise is a good and healthy lifestyle change that most people can do, and it can quickly become a habit.

Think about it. A husband and wife, toward the end of the day, take the time to unwind by talking while they walk around the block. The effort is minimal, but it is exercise never the less. Calories are burned, fats are used, and muscle mass is gained. Best of all, this method works with any age group, and regardless of the people we are talking about.

What about the food? After all, this is a 'diet'.

This is a lot easier than most people think. A good diet doesn't mean cutting out the foods we like to eat, it means balancing our diet and eating wisely. This means eating breads, meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products, and doing so in moderation. It means understanding that butter is healthier than margarine, and that olive oil is better for you than vegetable oil. The healthier your diet is, the greater the chance that you will quickly attain and maintain your ideal weight.

So what if you love sweets? Don't deprive yourself, but instead of cake, cookies, and candy, try eating some fresh fruit. They are sweet,

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