I think your best bet may be to consult a Nutritionist or Dietician. If you health insurance its probably in your plan for little or no cost at all. While all bodies types are different, they can help you figure out more or less whats right for you. Like others have said....exercise, plenty water, fruits and veggies are key! I also suggest browsing the health & fitness section of a bookstore. I personally like Slim Down Sister by Roniece Weaver another one...the title, which is pretty long escapes me at the moment, but its by Rovenia Brock. Both are by and for Black folks. Good Luck!

~mjr~