In his study of somewhat over 1000 patients, Dr. Smeglin said, that an impressive 2% of his patients lost an average of 2 pounds and kept the weight off, on average, almost 3 months. While admitting that weight regain occurred in virtually all patients, Dr. Smeglin said "Any diet will fail eventually, given enough time."

When asked what the most attractive thing was about his diet, Dr. Smeglin replied: "I think the emphasis on lack of having to really make any significant changes appeals to most patients. We make sure to tell them they don't need to exercise or any of that other silly stuff. Exercise, keeping a food diary, or showing any degree of self control are just too darned inconvenient!"

In closing, Dr. Smeglin had a message for anyone who is starting a New Year's resolution for losing weight. He said: "Always remember, it's not your fault. If you follow my diet, you may not lose weight but, darn it, you can always blame it on someone or something else. Just give up one thing - one thing you don't eat anyway - and you will have done enough. You made an effort. At least, you can fool yourself into thinking you have done enough. And that's what's important!"

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