NutriSystem
NutriSystem is a new weight loss program which is based on good carbohydrates and low on fat. As part of this program, you select your foods online or on the phone, and they get delivered to your house. During the program you are allowed to eat five times a day, and since the meals are portioned, you don't have to keep track of the calorie count.
Benefits
- According to NutriSystem, you lose weight and eat delicious foods rich in good carbs, yet low in fat.
- The NutriSystem meal plan programs contain low glycemic index foods.
- Provides online counseling sessions.
- NutriSystem provides weight loss information through their newsletters and discussions.
Risks
- If you are allergic to peanuts, you are not allowed to join the NutriSystem program.
- Please be aware of the associated risks with losing weight.
What do experts say about the program?
According to Dee Sandquist, R.D., who is a manager of the Nutrition
and Diabetes Center at Southwest Washington Medical Center in
Vancouver, states: "For someone who likes structure and doesn't
like to cook, this program may help jump-start weight loss... the
danger is that it's easy to gain the weight back."
Leslie Bonci, Director of sports nutrition at the University of
Pittsburgh Medical Center, states: "I'm not convinced that the
glycemic index is the be-all and end-all for weight loss... These
portions are very small - two ounces of turkey, some sliced cucumber,
and wheat bread is not a lot of food."
Cost
Approximately $75.00 per week.
Sources
- Health Magazine. NutriSystem Diet Review. Oct 2004. Retrieved on Nov 6, 2006 from
from http://diets.aol.com/a-z/nutrisystem_diet/_a/nutrisystem-review/20050614171209990004 - NutriSystem Official Site. Retrieved on Nov 6, 2006 from http://www.nutrisystem.com/