When it comes to losing weight, there are countless diets, methods and techniques which promise fast results. With this in mind, these are the 12 most common mistakes people make when dieting - and how to fix them. Eating too littleOne of the top dieting mistakes people make is eating too little, according to Dr Abby Hyams, chief medical officer at Medicspot. To lose weight, you need to consume fewer calories than you burn, which is known as creating a calorie deficit. Dr Hyams recommends aiming to eat just 300-500 calories below your maintenance level to lose weight.

Source: Daily Mail February 17, 2026 10:03 UTC