What is the most effective way to lose weight in a short amount of time?

There is no easy way to lose weight quickly. Dieting is bad for your body and your mebtabolism (it slows it down) and you pick up the weight quicker than before. The best way to lose and maintain the weight is to follow a balanced diet (eat six smaller meals a day instead of 3) and exercise on a regular basis. Start slowly though otherwise your body goes into shock which can also slow down your metabolism.