The Weight Watchers point system helps dieters learn how to make healthy food choices. It gives them a certain number of daily points, and they choose what to eat, based on the point values assigned to foods. This helps them learn to make better choices, since high-fiber, low-fat foods have fewer points. Those who strictly follow the Weight Watchers point system will lose weight because they are limiting the calories they eat and consuming healthier foods.
Step 1
Sign up for the Weight Watchers program. You can sign up for in-person meetings or do the program through the Weight Watchers Online website (see Resources). There are various plans for different prices, so choose the one that will work best for you.
Step 2
Get your daily point value. Weight Watchers will help you determine the appropriate number of daily points you need to meet your weight loss goals. Weight Watchers says that foods are assigned points based on their calories, fiber and fat content. You will make your daily food choices based on their points.
Step 3
Eat the allotted number of points each day. This will take some planning, since you must stop eating once you have consumed your allowed points. The Peer Training website says you have to be careful not to use up all your points on high-calorie items like fast food or sweets.
Step 4
Choose as many "filling" foods as possible. The Weight Watchers Momentum program puts an emphasis on foods that help you feel full. These foods are marked with a green diamond so you can easily identify them and work them into your diet.
Step 5
Attend meetings or use the online support tools. Interact with others to get support for your weight loss efforts and to get tips on using the point system from fellow dieters.
Tips and Warnings
- A big part of the Weight Watchers program is being able to choose foods that you enjoy. No foods are forbidden; the points system simply shows you how certain items can impact your diet. Over time you will learn to balance your favorite items with healthy choices.
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