I knew once I quit the pop habit, I would start to lose some weight. Pop is nasty stuff and I have used it as my coffee habit for years. To drink to get that fix, to stay up late, get energy, etc. I don’t like coffee so it was my replacement. I’ve been drinking about 2 L water/day and I feel so much better. Combined with the little bit of walking I am doing, I know I will lose weight easily in the beginning. I’m also doing much better about not taking that second helping of food. I’ve never believed in dieting, just healthy eating, proper portions and exercise. I only ever did one of the three. Now I am combining all three and over the last 12 days I have lost 7 lbs. I know it will slow down big time soon and then I will have to increase my exercise level. My goal is 1lb/week. I have about 50 lbs to lose so this time next year, I should be in awesome shape.