Just getting started with some success, but a long ways to go.....

I started four weeks ago by cutting out all soft drinks (have not had a carbonated beverage in four weeks) and all (as much as possible) artificial sugar, eating right, starting an exercise program. I have found the weight just started falling off. I have lost 24.2 pounds in four weeks. I know it will not come off that fast moving forward until I hit my goal. Was very excited though and it's got me motivated to keep working hard. Clothes are fitting better, I am sleeping much better, and feeling healthier. MFP app is awesome to track all this. I have tried all sorts of other diets losing and gaining multiple times over the years with varying degrees of success and failure not to mention expensive. Who knew just a healthy diet and exercise is all that is needed.