How to Lose 30 Pounds of Fat

More than one-third of American adults are overweight or obese according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While many people do want to lose their extra weight quickly, evidence shows that those who lose one to two pounds per week are more successful at keeping the weight off. One pound of fat equals 3,500 calories. To lose weight, you have to maintain a caloric deficit or take in fewer calories than you burn through a combination of physical activity and healthy eating.