The problem is the food. Me and part of my family moved to Mexico  and we all lost 20 lbs in the first month. We eat mostly fresh food. The manufacturers do not use a long list of chemicals in their food. We shop the local outdoor market once a week for fresh vegetables and go to the butcher shop for meat. (Yes, we have a Wal-Mart but buy little food there.) Eating out is great as they cook your meal after you order it and it takes 30 to 45 minutes to get your food so have a glass of wine first. It is great here.