Now, that’s a whole new world — how exactly do you ‘control’ your weight loss? Even the best diet pills, do they offer you a way to do that?

For instance, they say it’s been well researched and clinically proven that certain brands do offer immediate results, but there’s also a school of thought that says ‘immediate’ may not always be the best. I’d advise that one makes a plan, and avoid any side effects of the pills by charting out a process that combines enough nutrients and workouts combined with diet pills — or appetite suppressants. More on this later…

Either way, if you’re bent upon slimming down fast, I mean really fast, perhaps you need something more than the slow-n-casual exercises. A Google search “quick diet loss” yields up to 23-odd million results, and that’s when you get into shock, most likely from the fantastic promises each and every one of those companies make. Obviously, they can’t all be right. Right?

Do your research, you’ll mot likely come across names such as Apidexin, Fenphedra, Decaslim, TestoRipped, Hoodia and more. While I’m no specialist to comment about any, what I’d like to say is that if I were you, I’d probably check their FDA rating/status plus go in for the top selling drugs, just because someone else must already have done the research for you.

Then again, I’d probably consult my physician first.

Perhaps it’s the above loss-win concept that has inspired three women in Brush, CO to launch a 12-week weight loss challenge inspired by the popular TV fitness reality show “The Biggest Loser.”

A news release from the organizers says that the program offers a quick, easy weight loss solution and long-term weight loss success including information on nutrition and exercise. The fact of the matter is you don’t have to follow any specific plan — whether you’re on to Weight Watchers or Jenny Craig or even experimenting with some of best weight loss pills in the market, you’re still eligible to enter the contest.

The 12-week class will be offered at Microtel in Brush starting March 31. The classes at 11 am, 1 pm and 6 pm. To register, call 970-842-5269.

Participants pay a one-time fee of $29, which will will go into the pot, and the loot will be shared among the top winners… er, I mean, losers.

It’s a part of the government’s Change 4 Life plan, which encourages people to eat well and move more. The day-long event is asking people to find practical solutions to ‘everyday problems’ — meaning anything from breaking habits, conquering fears, boosting health and… you guessed it, controlling weight — or losing it.

I’m sure Change 4 Life a great concept, with plenty of benefits, but while I don’t wish to sound pessimistic, I keep my reservations about the weight loss thingie. I mean, aren’t we all living in some kind of ‘instant’ world? From instant coffee to instant cash to instant music. And about the wieght loss, aren’t a lot opting the ‘almost instant’ weight loss supplements?

After all, there are many weight-loss supplements available for those who are contemplating a healthier lifestyle and want to have some extra nutrition or want a little help along the way. Mineral supplements gained popularity over the years and are reasonably good practices and will help to give you energy and assist in the weight loss process as well.