How To Lose Weight On Nutrisystem

Dieters on the NutriSystem weight loss program receive monthly shipments of prepackaged meals and snacks that they supplement with yogurt and fresh fruits and vegetables, according to "NutriSystem Nourish: The Revolutionary New Weight-Loss Program." Women are allotted 1,200 calories per day and men are allotted 1,600 calories per day, which is expected to produce a gradual weight loss of 1 to 2 lbs. per week. According to "Handbook of Obesity Treatment," gradual weight loss has a greater chance of leading to long-term success in weight management.

Step 1

Order NutriSystem meals and snacks. According to "NutriSystem Nourish: The Revolutionary New Weight-Loss Program," the NutriSystem program can be purchased online or by phone.

Step 2

Purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and low-fat yogurt from the grocery store. These foods will supplement your NutriSystem meals and snacks, according to "NutriSystem Nourish: The Revolutionary New Weight-Loss Program."

Step 3

Eat three NutriSystem meals, one NutriSystem snack, three servings of vegetables, two servings of fruit and one low-fat yogurt daily to adhere to the NutriSystem weight loss plan, according to "NutriSystem Nourish: The Revolutionary New Weight-Loss Program." According to "Contemporary Nutrition," it is best to incorporate non-starchy vegetables, such as lettuce, broccoli, peppers and cucumber, into your diet because the fiber in these vegetables will help you feel full after meals.

Step 4

Perform 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise at least three times each week to aid in weight loss and promote good overall health. According to "Handbook of Obesity Treatment," walking, swimming and biking are ideal exercise choices due to their low impact.

Things You'll Need

NutriSystem meals and snacks
Fruits
Vegetables
Low-fat yogurt

References

"NutriSystem Nourish: The Revolutionary New Weight-Loss Program"; NutriSystem and Dr. James Rouse; 2004
"Contemporary Nutrition," Gordon M. Wardlaw and Anne M Smith; 2007
"Handbook of Obesity Treatment"; Thomas A. Wadden PhD and Albert J. Stunkard MD; 2004