How did I lose weight?? :)

First of all losing weight does not happen overnight. I takes dedication and discipline. 

Tips :

1. substitute high calorie foods with lower calorie foods. example I drink skim milk instead of full cream, reduced fat butter instead of margarine or full fat butter.
2. exercise ( as for me I exercise 5-6 times a week to burn calories and build muscles)
3. I cook my meals most of the times.
4. I sleep at least 8 hours a day. 
5. constantly read articles and magazines on fitness and diet
6. got motivation from my sister and friends
7. weigh myself as often ( though many would not agree on this point)
8. consume loads of vege and fruits
9. more on lean meats and high protein diet
10. fast food once a month
11. cheat treats ( every week) so that i would not deprive myself
12. drink at least 6-8glasses of water per day :)

since I have lost those extra pounds, now I'm aiming on building lean muscles :)

hope this helps  :P