[Rushmore]

I know why you don't just "read some books" on the subject--there's gads of conflicting information.

It's important to remember that all of the conventional wisdom about fast food and junk food is correct--don't eat it, unless it's an isolated treat.

Otherwise, I suggest simple adjustments like only eating lean meats, skim or soy milk only, less bread, and plenty of fruits and vegetables.

Once you make the adjustments, they're really easy to maintain, because your system won't crave all of the salt and fat of a Big Mac and fries and the chemicals in a stupid Coke. Your brain will say "Don't do that, it's dumb."

But again, it's an overall thing. From time to time, you can eat any damned thing you want; just don't let it lead to a "relapse."