Nobody wants to hear the word \'diet\'. It brings to mind many unhappy feelings and emotions and memories. It is really hard to hear the word diet around the holiday season when it is so hard to do so. nnBut it\'s not all bad. There really are plenty of ways to lose pounds quickly without having to go without and it\'s much easier than you think - once you know how. You can start the New Year with some great weight loss results with these easy tips. nnHere are the top nine tricks to staying slim in 2009.nn1. Water So many people avoid drinking simple water, yet it\'s one of nature\'s best ways to clean out your body at the same time as helping to shed those pounds. Drinking enough water doesn\'t have to be difficult. Simply drink a glass of water before each meal or snack and you\'ll suddenly find you\'re rehydrated, feeling less bloated and you\'re suddenly less tempted to reach for the sugary snacks.nn2. Fiber Like water, fiber makes you feel fuller and at the same time helps you to lose weight. Adding fiber to your diet will actually cause you to not have hunger pangs, making the dieting process easier. Simple foods like fruit, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and beans will up your fiber intake and make you fuller and slimmer.nn3. Snacks Dieting does not mean going without food. You should feel free to snack whenever you are hungry. Your metabolism will increase just by eating more. Be careful however, of the types of snacks that you choose to eat. It\'s always okay to eat nuts and fruit; you can also add a snack size tub of yogurt or baked rice crispies. When it comes to snacking, just be careful about the snacks you choose to eat.nn4. Walk Use every chance you get to walk. Instead of taking the elevator, use the stairs. Park in the back of the store parking lot and walk. Go for a walk in your neighborhood or at a local park with your dog, or with a friend. Or if you want to stay home, turn on your stereo and walk around your house.nn5. Grill it don\'t Fry it Stop frying your foods and try grilling them. Grilling is easy and takes less time than frying. It\'s also healthier and has fewer calories.nn6. Side Dishes We\'ve been trained over the years to believe that meals aren\'t complete without fries on the side. Replace fries with a simple salad or with some steamed vegetables.nn7. Processed Foods Pre-packaged deli ham, chicken and turkey are quick and easy to have available in the fridge, but they have high levels of sodium. Sodium makes your body retain fluid and makes it harder for you to lose weight. Don\'t buy pre-packaged processed foods whenever possible. Opt for fresh options.nn8. Keep It Lean Red meat and poultry are not off limits; just remember to buy the leanest cuts available. Trim off excess fat and cut off the skin from chicken. Grill your meat to keep the goodness in and minimize the amounts of fat.nn9. Meal Replacement Meal replacement diets are simple and easy, and can help you shed pounds quickly. All you have to do is replace your lunch or dinner with a already prepared meal available through a variety of companies. You get all the nutrients you need, with the fewest calories, without having to think about it. nnFollow these simple tricks and you\'ll be surprised with the results.
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