Here is a little info on what diet to choose and which I used.  Taking the basic approach, I did not rely on a popular or fad diet to help me lose weight.  I simply watched what I ate. In general I cut out fast food, processed food, and sweets.  If you feel that a diet will help you in your weight loss please research the diet you are looking at and ask your doctor.  Check out Kim Bensen’s Book “Finally Thin” for a good overview to many of the diets out there.