This book is good for getting the common sense aspects of losing weight and changing lifestyle slapped into your brain. When I was losing weight, the things he describes as advice were exactly the things working for me, and when I wasn't losing weight, the obstacles were also similar to his description.But, like most self-help books, it eats a bit like dry toast. I found myself skimming chapters thinking "I already know all of this". I would use this book again in the future to remind myself of those things that I know, but forget to remind myself that I know. A very practical approach to weight loss. Better than most, and the letters from his readers were interesting. It satiates the tiny fraction of me that likes to organize details and make lists. Which is what you would expect from a book written by one of Oprah's organizational gurus. ( )

Based on his philosophy that physical clutter causes mental clutter, Walsh postulates that a clean kitchen can help you lose weight. His book contains examples, homework, advice and guidelines on how to change one's mentality towards food to achieve long-term weight goals. His view is sound enough, moderate yet enthusiastic, full of energy and no-nonsense steps. I'm not convinced however that it is enough. Bad habits are hard to break, life steps in and thwarts the best intentions - the precepts are too vague to really help. Worth a read however - it's fun, light and well written. ( )

This is a quick read that has inspired me to clean up my clutter. He gives good, practical, common-sense advice about clutter and weight. After reading it, however, I realize that I'm not as committed as I should be at losing weight: He tells you to throw out things that do not fit into your plan for your health, life, diet. I have a really hard time throwing out food! ( )