Weight loss is a common personal goal but can be difficult to achieve , considering all variety of food options available for public consumption. To solve the weight loss problem, many companies, such as Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers, have developed specialized programs designed at helping you lose weight. The best weight loss programs go beyond providing individualized weight loss regiments by including exercise advice, suggestions for lifestyle changes, support groups and professional weight loss coaches.
Nutrisystem
Nutrisystem was developed in the 1970s and grew into an online-only weight loss program in the 1990s. The program allows you to create your own 28-day menu, including breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert, based on your calorie requirements. According to Free Dieting, Nutrisystem has several advantages for a weight loss program, including sustainable weight loss, meals based on the glycemic index, online support group, free exercise programs and customizable weight loss programs for men, women, vegetarians or diabetics. Meals will typically cost around $4 per meal and can be purchased for as little as $11 per day (as of 2010). Free shipping and an auto-delivery system provides an easy-to-use weight loss program that controls your intake of calories.
Nutrisystem
300 Welsh Road
Building 1, Suite 100
Horsham, PA 19044
800-585-5483
nutrisystem.com
Jenny Craig
Jenny Craig is a weight loss program that is based on portion-controlled meal planning. Based on the USDA food guide pyramid, the program manages your overall intake of calories. The program is designed for a sustainable one to two pounds of weight loss per week to provide long-term results. According to Free Dieting, Jenny Craig is one of the best weight loss programs because it is all-inclusive. Along with an easy-to-use meal plan shipped directly to your door, you get professional counseling and fitness tips. The Jenny Craig consultants will teach you portion control and healthy eating habits to ensure long-term weight loss success. They will also help with personalizing a lifestyle and activity level based on your fitness level. The one-on-one support from the consultant will keep you motivated for achieving your weight loss goals. Introductory programs are available for about $36 for six weeks (as of 2010).
Jenny Craig
5770 Fleet Street
Carlsbad, CA 92008
760-696-4000
jennycraig.com
Weight Watchers
Developed in the 1960s, Weight Watchers is one of the longest-running weight loss programs. The successful weight loss results have allowed Weight Watchers to last all of these years. The program combines healthy nutrition, calorie control and livability with the ultimate goal of long-term weight loss. According to Consumer Search, Weight Watchers is among the best weight loss programs for its ability to provide an affordable, flexible program that uses a support group for motivation and accountability. Weight Watchers utilizes a four-way pillar approach based on scientific research to reach the weight loss goals. The first pillar---Eat Smarter---teaches you healthy weight loss techniques to promote weight loss up to two pounds per week. The second pillar---Move More---promotes physical activity while the third pillar---Helpful Habits---teaches you how to maintain a long-term healthy weight. The final pillar---Get Support---offers group weigh-ins and support groups to keep you motivated. Cost, as of 2010, is about $20 to join and $13 every week.
Weight Watchers
11 Madison Avenue, 17th Floor
New York, NY 10010
800-651-6000
weightwatchers.com
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