7 English lessons on the topic of diet

English Lesson: I dropped about 20 pounds since the beginning of the year, mostly just by cutting out processed foods and soda.

1. “I dropped about 20 pounds since the beginning of the year, mostly just by cutting out processed foods and soda.”

English Lesson: I've been on one of those low-carb diets for the last few months.

2. “I've been on one of those low-carb diets for the last few months.”

English Lesson: I want to try to shed a few pounds and get back in shape.

3. “I want to try to shed a few pounds and get back in shape.”

English Lesson: The bottom line is that you have to reduce your calorie intake to lose weight.

4. “The bottom line is that you have to reduce your calorie intake to lose weight.”

5. “This rise in obesity is due to poor diet and lack of exercise.”

6. “I've never been able to stick to a diet.”

7. “I admire your willpower.”