Often-quoted statistics say that 90% of us have such good intentions for the New Year when we resolve to diet and shed those holiday pounds. But by early February the average dieter gives up and returns to old eating habits, according to a new survey. There are many ways to thwart that statistic and become a successful dieter. Here are some sensible suggestions

...the three-month program - called Dean Foods LEAN (Lifestyle, Exercise and Nutrition) Families Program - offered at Children's Medical Center Dallas focuses on making fitness and nutrition changes for the whole family.

"The winter holiday season brings with it a change in routine," said Andrea Garen, M.S., R.D. with Dairy Council of California. "While some may be tempted to let healthy eating and activity habits slide, it's actually a great time to focus on eating well and being active as a family."

Those in their 50s and 60s who want to lose weight might consider heading to the cardio workout room instead of counting calories, suggests new research out this month.

A new research has found that cardio workouts are a more effective weapon of weight loss than counting calories, for middle aged people.

The key to eating healthily lies not in pursuing the latest dieting fad. Instead, experts say, we should simply eat according to our age and gender.

Being overweight is one of the leading health risks to men, women and children today. It can cause a dramatic risk increase in all types of cardiovascular diseases including: hypertension, stroke, heart disease, aswell as placing you at greater risk for cancer, diabetes and damage to the immune system.

You know you should cut back on the amount you eat to shed a few pounds, but sometimes, it's just so hard.