What would be a good diet for an athlete who wants to lose some weight and tone up?

Question

i've been playing sports my entire high school career, and for my senior year i want to have the best physical conditon yet. what i have been doing is eating large amounts of starches when i get into training, basically a lot of pasta with butter 4 times a week. i can't really help what i eat during lunch, but is there some things i can do that will drop me down about 10 lbs? i'm 5'10", weighing 150.

Answer 1

keep your protein pretty high, your good carbs moderate, and the fat and sodium low.

Answer 2

Rafael pretty much nailed it.

Though if your just wanting to lose 10lbs.  I suggest focusing on exercise, not diet.   Also at your age calories are burned like a Forrest fire!  lol  

So instead of looking at food, add more exercise in.   :D  good luck!