I had found a very simple stratedgy for weight loss & improved health, it is outlined in my post, linked below:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/post1023098-4.html

Basically this:

1. I abandoned the notion of using an appettite suppressant.
2. I just stuck to the convential wisdom of:
A. Portion control(eating less).
B.Exercise(30 to 60 minutes/day)
3. Regarding the quality of eating(you are what you eat), I avoided:
A. Fat
B. Suger
C. salt
...not completely, but I made it a habit to consciously evaluate everything I considered eating.

I have lost 50 lb.s since March 2012.

Real simple, no voodoo involved. Drink the recommended 2 to 3 L. of water per day, just eat from the basic food groups that are well known. Avoid(cut back) #3A,B & C listed above. If you drink alcohol, keep it moderate. Rather than feeling deprived, look at these lifestyle changes as an acomplishment that is long overdue.

Exercise! Do something every day, like walking your dog(s) [have fun!] , or riding a bike or just plan walking down the road, just to explore.