It’s not often that I follow up a column with another on the same subject.

Today I am making an exception.

Of the many columns I have written perhaps my piece on grappling with weight (see Issue 627) is the one that touched the most people and has received the most feedback.

There were those who offered me the perfect straightforward solution.

Eat less.

A number of individuals who have seen success with Overeaters Anonymous contacted me and encouraged me to join the “program.”