Jenny Craig is a weight-loss program that combines one-on-one weight-loss coaching with personalized meal plans. The idea of not having to worry about what or when to eat makes the program attractive. For people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance, the idea of having someone else take control of your meals can be scary. Even the tiniest bit of gluten can trigger a life-threatening reaction. Jenny Craig does not offer a gluten-free diet program.
Meal Plan Preferences
Currently, Jenny Craig has no gluten-free option for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. In an online question and answer session, the program's Australian medical adviser stated that gluten-free options aren't requested frequently enough to make a gluten-free menu program cost-effective for the company. That means it's unlikely that Jenny Craig will offer a gluten-free program.
How the Program Works
Jenny Craig aims to takes the guesswork out of dieting by providing your meals and snacks. As you progress in the program and get closer to your weight goals, your consultant will help you learn to plan your own meals, buy and prepare your own food and even eat out at restaurants. Because the program is based on Jenny Craig's meals, people with gluten intolerance will not be able to use the program.
About Jenny Craig Meals
If you're still interested in participating in a Jenny Craig-like program, speak with a registered dietitian. Jenny Craig's meal plans are based on the U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. They feature low-fat, high-fiber foods and the number of calories you consume each day depends on your current weight, fitness level and weight-loss goals. A registered dietitian can help you design a similar program that meets your gluten-free needs, as well.
Gluten-Free Food Delivery Services
If it's the convenience of prepared meals that attracts you to Jenny Craig, you may be able to achieve similar results with other companies. For example, Pure Foods offers a 100 percent gluten-free meal delivery and weight-loss program similar to Jenny Craig. The program delivers a gluten-free, calorie-controlled breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack and treat for around $25 per day without additional program charges. You can also take one day each week and prepare meals and snacks for the week, which you then store in your freezer.
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