Nutrisystem is a program for weight loss that delivers a prepared breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack for each day. Along with these prepared meals, you will be eating additional foods that you purchase from the grocery store. Before you start Nutrisystem, consult your doctor to make sure the diet is safe and healthy for your personal situation.
Role in Diet
Nutrisystem states that your grocery foods make your Nutrisystem program a more balanced and indulgent diet than just eating prepared Nutrisystem meals and snacks. These extra foods add extra nutrients and help you learn portion control and the discipline to eat frequent healthy meals throughout the day. Nutrisystem also stresses the value of water in diets. You can find out the specific recommendations for which foods and how much to eat only after you sign up for Nutrisystem and receive your meal planner.
Vegetables and Fruit
You can eat as much as you want of some vegetables, such as zucchini, watercress, radishes and hot peppers. These foods help fill you up without adding many calories. Other vegetables that you add on your Nutrisystem diet include broccoli, carrots, tomatoes and vegetable juice. You also can have fruits such as apples, plums, cherries and orange juice. Fruits and vegetables add dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, iron and potassium to your Nutrisystem diet.
Protein and Dairy
Lean protein foods are relatively low in calories and high in protein, which is a filling nutrient. Nutrisystem grocery additions include lean meats and fish, such as eggs, turkey, chicken, shrimp and tuna. You also can try alternative, or vegetarian, sources of protein, such as tempeh, seitan, tofu and edamame, or soy beans. Get additional protein and some calcium for bone health from reduced-fat dairy and dairy alternatives, such as fat-free milk or cottage cheese, low-fat cheese, light yogurt and soy milk or cheese.
Carbohydrates and Fats
The carbohydrates that you add on the Nutrisystem diet are low-glycemic so that they do not cause your blood sugar levels to spike. Possibilities include kidney beans, oatmeal, multigrain bread and sweet potatoes. Your meal plan also will recommend some healthy, unsaturated, fats, such as from avocados, almonds, peanut butter and salad dressing. Since these are so high in calories, eat them in moderation. Your meal planner will recommend specific portion sizes.
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