Do the Mediterranean diet:
While no diet out there has been proven to work, the Mediterranean diet may come closest. It's based on the traditional ingredients and cooking styles of people living near the Mediterranean sea. Research has shown that people adhering to this diet have reduced risk of heart disease - plus it helps you shed pounds and look lean and trim.[3] Focus on eating the following foods (and eliminate bread, dairy and processed foods):
Fish
Olive oil
Vegetables
Fruit
Beans and other legumes
Spices
Nuts
Red wine