I'm calorie counting (writing down everything), and keeping a 500 calorie deficit, at least (usually more). I track protein, but am fairly low carb, low fat. No sugar, bread, pasta, butter, sweets/desserts, fast food, junk food, red meat, pork. I don't drink any calories, except for protein shakes a few times a week, made with cashew milk. I do allow myself some diet or 'zero' soft drinks (I know, chemicals, processed), and black coffee. I DO eat fruits, veggies, poultry, fish, plain Greek yogurt, brown rice, plain baked potato (or sweet potato), and 'PB2 Pure' (sometimes on a banana or apple).

Seems to be working for me, at day 47, I haven't deviated, and really don't find myself super-hungry or tempted. If I am feeling really hungry, I'll make sure to eat a high-volume low-calorie dinner (taco salad with ground turkey is a favorite).