Tempe, AZ -- (SBWire) -- 04/11/2012 --According to statistics, over one-third of adults in the United States are currently obese. Add to that the millions more who are overweight and it’s easy to understand why this health issue has reached epidemic proportions.

In an effort to improve their health by losing weight, many people have tried at least one diet. Although these can often help with short-term weight loss, most dieters usually end up regaining any lost pounds as well as a few more.

A website has been getting a lot of attention lately for its helpful articles that are filled with reassuring tips and advice on how to lose weight safely and effectively.

HomemadeDiet.com is a great online resource for anyone who has ever looked in the mirror and thought “I need to lose weight.”

One of the articles, titled “I Need to Lose Weight Fast! – My Experience with the Fat Loss Factor” offers an extremely personal and poignant look at the website owner’s weight loss journey.

“The most essential thing to remember when it comes to losing weight is that you cannot do it all at once,” the author noted, adding that just as it takes time to gain pounds, people also need to be patient when they are ready to lose their excess weight.

As the owner of the website explained, she didn’t achieve weight loss success by following a fad diet. Instead, what helped her lose an impressive 10 pounds in just a few weeks was a combination of several factors.

For example, studies have shown that people who are given a larger bowl at mealtime take 50 percent more food than those who are served on smaller bowls. By making the simple switch from a dinner plate to a salad plate, the author was able to easily cut back on portion size.

Another tip that helped her lose weight fast was to get enough rest. Research has proven that sleep deprived people tend to put on weight, in part because a tired body will crave high-carb foods in order to feel more energetic.

The site’s owner also described how a specific book really helped her to reach her weight loss goals. Fat Loss Factor, by Dr. Michael Allen, outlines a program that is based on an all-natural diet combined with healthy and non-strenuous exercises.

About HomemadeDiet.com
HomemadeDiet.com is a website that is devoted to offering helpful tips and advice on weight loss. The owner of the site shares her own personal story of how she was able to finally lose weight safely and effectively. The site also includes information about the Fat Loss Factor, a book that helped author of the site reach her goals in less than three months. For more information, please visit http://www.homemadediet.com/i-need-to-lose-weight-fast