10 poundsone month

So, I'm going into freshman year and I really want to look hot for school. My goal is to lose 10 pounds by August 16 (which is about one month). I've been putting off losing weight and now it's getting down to the last few weeks and I'm running out of time. I need to lose this weight fast. I've been eating a lot (well, not A LOT) of Special K cereal. And I'm trying to get more exercise. Is there are certain meal plan or exercise plan that I can use to help me with losing the weight? Is there anything that could help speed up my metabolism? What are some good snacks to eat? Any other tips?

As you can see... I seriously need help.

(Also, I know I'm young and that it's probably not healthy to lose that much weight at my age. But it's not just wanting to be skinny, I want to feel good about myself. Don't give me stupid answers saying that I should "just stay the way I am and be happy with myself"...Kay?

Thank you!!

Healthy & safe are the two things that you want to keep in mind when dieting. I hate to plagiarize myslef, but I'm pasting some suggestions below that I gave a younger person earlier today. Trust me, it works and you will stay healthy and be safe in the process. Get-thin-quick diets do not lead to long-term weight loss success, and pose huge health risks.

Reduce, but don't eliminate, carbohydrates in your diet. Bread, potatoes (in any form) and pasta are examples of carbs.