“Let yourself truly enjoy that fucking cupcake.”

So if you're in the process of trying to lose weight — or thinking about it — here are some wise words from people who have been there:

There is a recipe for weight loss...but it's different for everyone.

"There is a 'custom made' recipe for everybody, but the difficult part is, you have to make up the recipe yourself, otherwise it won't stick. It has to fit your lifestyle, and it has to be in a way you are content with, so that you will stick with it for the rest of your life."

—Nadia Taarup Nielsson, Facebook

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You don't have to give up anything you don't want to give up.

"After many failed attempts at trying new diets or working out like crazy, I finally started making small changes. I didn't have to give up soda, but I did want to drink more water, so I did that and soon enough I didn't crave soda, but I know I can still have it if I want. I also didn't want to cut out all my favorite foods so instead I found things I could cook on my own that were healthy and that I liked."

—Danica Che, Facebook

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Make sure to distinguish between other people's experiences and legit facts about weight loss.

"Don't listen to loads of different opinions from folks online and then be annoyed if it doesn't work for you. Beware the curse of 'online facts.'

Check your sources, consult a nutritionist, a doctor, or someone at your gym who can give you general facts or advise the best places to find out info."

—Michael Ellard, Facebook

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