One of the most difficult aspects of dieting can be the planning and preparation of meals. Weighing, measuring and calorie counting often get lost in the shuffle of a hectic schedule. Diet delivery plans provide pre-measured, pre-packaged meals that are ready to eat. These menu plans take the guesswork out of dieting and allow members to simply heat and eat according to instructions. For someone in search of this type of plan, there are several programs available. Research what each provides to determine the one that best fits your lifestyle.
Jenny Craig
According to their website, Jenny Craig is based on the concept of "Food Body and Mind." Membership can be acquired at a meeting or online, and each member is assigned a consultant to help guide her through the program. Online members will have a phone consultation while members who attend meetings will meet their consultants and receive support at the meetings. Consultants help members choose the food plan according to the needs of their lifestyle. Food is delivered to the meeting location or to the home of the member. Daily menus from Jenny Craig include three meals and one snack, which are to be consumed along with additional fresh foods purchased elsewhere. Members may select their menu items or choose the pre-planned option.
EDiets
The eDiets plan offers weekly delivery of their freshly prepared meals. Choose from a five-day or seven-day supply of meals. The plan includes four food items per day, made up of three meals and a snack or dessert. Foods are "chef-prepared" and freshly packaged with no preservatives. They arrive chilled and ready to heat and eat. The plan also provides live online support from registered dietitians and a personal trainer, a personalized fitness plan and access to the online community.
Bistro MD
Bistro MD is a diet program designed by weight loss expert Dr. Caroline Cederquist. According to Bistro MD, Cederquist has supplied the nutritional guidelines and portion sizes for the meals that are freshly prepared by chefs and packaged for delivery. Meal plans are delivered weekly according to a five-day or seven-day selection. Members can choose a plan that provides a daily snack or supplement with their own snacks. Menus can be customized according to the preferences of members, who can tailor the plan to exclude foods they're allergic to or dislike and add more foods that are personal favorites. Food menus rotate weekly to prevent members from becoming bored.
Nutrisystem
Nutrisystem provides support through its website or over the telephone. The plan provides members with a 28-day supply of prepackaged foods that are delivered as a one-time package or auto-delivered monthly. Food plans are divided into male and female. Choices under each category include the basic, the gourmet basic, the silver, the diabetic and the vegetarian plans. Customers may choose each meal from a list of selections or let the program choose a variety for them. The 28-day supply includes a breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert for each day. Members are advised to supplement their meals separately with items such as fruits and vegetables. Weight-loss support and tools are accessible through the website.
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