text: if i want to loose at least 10 - 20 lbs in a month what would i have to do? is it even possible for someone larger to loose that much weight safely in that time frame? what do i have exercise and diet wise? hi jade! from my knowledge, yes it can be done, but not really safely. remember, the trick isn't to get "skinny," but healthy. diet pills can be very dangerous. they can cause health problems, addiction, and most trick your mind into believing your not hungry when you actually are. starving yourself is defiantly not the answer.  the best thing to do is to watch out for your food portions. follow along with the food pyramid, and incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet. also, include exercise into your daily routine. don't start off with anything big. i recommend leslie sansone's "walk away the pounds" videos. she has different stages, from one mile up to three. they are all done inside your home and is more of an aerobics. i've been using them for a while, and am quite pleased. however, the trick is finding what fits you best.  always remember that when you start a new exercise routine, you will more than likely gain weight. a lot of people get discouraged by this because they don't understand what it means. your body is simply retaining more water, and it will start to pass through in a few weeks. also, muscle weights more than fat. so if the fat is being replaced by muscle mass, then your weight will go up. just hang in there. you'll soon start to see the scale dropping.  the best way to loose weight is by doing it smart.  hope this helps, and best of luck to you! -pegasus