For most of us, starting a brand new year always feels like a welcomed, fresh start.

That’s especially true when you have certain fitness, diet, wellness, or weight-loss goals in mind.

We’re here to make things much more seamless and share the 2024 edition ofU.S.

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News & World Report’s Best Dietsrankings, specifically, the top five weight-loss diets of 2024.

This way, you know exactly what to test out for your weight-loss goals this year.

Gretel Schueller, the managing editor of Health atU.S.

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Losing weight at a healthy, steady paceabout one to two pounds per week is best.

Losing weight too quickly can cause you to lose muscle and lower your metabolism.

It can also set you up for nutrient deficiencies and other health issues.

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Keep reading to learn all about the top five weight-loss diets of 2024.

And when you’re finished, be sure to check outThe #1 Diet of 2024 Was Just Revealed.

WeightWatchers

WeightWatchersreceived the number one slot for the best weight-loss diets of 2024, according toU.S.

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By following WeightWatchers, you oughta stick to your allotted Points every day and week.

“For [the weight-loss] category, WeightWatchers is number one.

Like many of the top-ranking diets we’ve discussed, WeightWatchers doesn’t restrict food,” Schueller explains.

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“It also has an important component that’s helpful for any successful weight loss diet: support.

Programs like WW that offer emotional support and group meetings lead to higher compliance than do-it-yourself dieting.”

There are no complicated rules to remember or hard-to-track ingredients."

DASH Diet Foods, Fruits and Vegetables

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What should you shop for on the MedDiet?

you’ve got the option to also enjoy wine moderately.

“The tenets of the Mediterranean diet are an emphasis on whole foods daily,” says Schueller.

At least two times a week, add seafood.

Finally, allow for a moderate amount of dairy, eggs and poultry each week.

Treat red meat and sweets as an occasional treat, and you’re set for life."

(Some examples of these items include non-starchy veggies, fruits, and broth-based soups.)

This eating regimen doesn’t require you to keep track of calories or points, either.