Obesity is a pathology that occurs in the body and leads to excessive deposition of fat and, as a result, an increase in body weight. Obesity is due to the fact that the amount of food that enters the body of a modern person significantly exceeds the amount needed for energy production. As a result, the unspent residue is transformed into fat. A diet for obesity is always prescribed regardless of the cause that caused it. It is based on the principles of balanced nutrition. The possibilities of an effective diet for weight loss. Effective and safe diets for the treatment of obesity are based on reducing the calorie intake of foods.