Losing Weight: Continuing Saga

I still need to lose weight. I am making a little headway--I am exercising more and cutting down on food some. Still not as much as I need to do. I really need to find a product that will help cut down my appetite. I have thought of trying some ephedra products. I think some are being reworked some, but I think you can still find some on ebay. I may just wait until the new version comes out and give it a whirl. I want to be buff and in shape, and I need some help! I am going to the beach this fall, and I definitely don't want to be embarrassed in a bathing suit.