Weight-loss programs offer an array of services to help you achieve your goal. Some specialize in fitness instruction, others in motivation to help you stay on track. A growing number of companies have entered the realm of prepared diet foods to make life easier for those with busy schedules. Most will ship prepackaged diet meals right to your door. Prepared weight-loss food takes the hassle out of planning, shopping and meal preparation.
Nutrisystem
Nutrisystem offers plans for both men and women. You can design a custom 28-day menu or begin with a predetermined food package. Nutrisystem advertises a full day of meals for about $10 per day. Nutrisystem meals come to your home in shelf-stable pouches perfect for microwave heating.
Diet-to-Go
Diet-to-Go makes freshly prepared meals that adhere to the dietary guidelines of all major U.S. health organizations. This company delivers weight-loss meals featuring high-quality ingredients and includes additional items like fruit, side dishes and condiments.
Bistro MD
Bistro MD markets its weight-loss program to suit your needs. For example, you can order a full meal plan and supply your own snacks. Customers indicate foods they do not like, food allergies and religious dietary restrictions. Bistro MD will exclude all unwanted foods from your meals. This plan allows you to create a customized meal plan based on your favorite foods.
Jenny Craig
Jenny Craig provides a full-service weight-loss program and charges a monthly membership fee. Members order meals and supplements separately. Jenny's Cuisine from Jenny Direct comes in boxes, bags and cans. Shipped orders include ice packs to keep foods cold. This program allows you the option of working face-to-face with a counselor and picking up food at a Jenny Craig Center or conducting weekly consultations and placing food orders by phone.
Medifast
Medifast's website promotes its physician-developed weight-loss program as a balanced, low-fat alternative to traditional diet plans. Simply mix the portion-controlled meal packets with water and heat in the microwave or refrigerate. Selections include shakes, desserts, snacks and main courses like stews and soups. The company offers support programs and centers for one-on-one counseling.
Chefs Diet
Chefs Diet, a celebrity-endorsed weight-loss program, ships freshly prepared meals nationwide. According to the company's website, Chefs Diet adheres to the nutritional ratios of the Zone Diet, promoting increased energy levels, lean body mass, weight loss and consistent blood-sugar levels. Be warned that you will pay a hefty price to eat like Jennifer Garner and Kevin Costner. However, Chefs Diet has added an affordable plan called "My Total Solution."
Weight Watchers
You can join Weight Watchers for its full system of meetings and consultations. Or you can simply go to your local grocery store and pick up ready-made foods and frozen meals under the Weight Watchers and Smart Ones brands to design your own custom meal plan. The Weight Watchers website lists stores in your area that carry one or both of its product lines.
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