In order to attain the best fat loss (and health) results, it’s best to stick to foods that are as close to their natural state as possible. The problem with fast food or packaged meals and snacks is that they are highly processed and contain chemicals, preservatives, excess sodium and are often packed with saturated fat and sugar. When the goal is to lose fat, sometimes people focus on the quantity of what they are eating more than on the quality and types of food they are putting in our mouths. In all reality, up to 80% of successful results in weight loss depends on diet alone. While food quantity is definitely important, fat loss results will almost certainly plateau if the wrong foods are being consumed.