Some informative articles I read this morning.
Will Going Organic Help You Lose Weight?
https://www.google.com/amp/s/health.usnews.com/health-news/health-wellness/articles/2015/03/13/will-going-organic-help-you-lose-weight%3fcontext=amp
And a hotlink reference from the above.
Don't Just Diet – Exercise to Lose Weight, Too
https://health.usnews.com/health-news/health-wellness/articles/2014/01/07/dont-just-diet-exercise-to-lose-weight
The biggest lifestyle change for me eight years ago was setting aside an hour a day for myself. It was 30-60 minutes of walking when I started, and now full blown workouts.
The half your plate something green is a good guideline.
You need carbs to burn, to process protein, and to have full mental function -your brain needs carbs.
Brown and white rice in moderation seem to be the favorites of body builders. Carbs not just protein help in muscle recovery.
Just eating less is not a solution in it's self, not long term, and not if you want to feel like a man.