Has anyone ever they Nutrisystem Meal Program? and what do you think of it?
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I lost 80 lbs on it in '92.\n\nI have also had Sucsess with Atkins.\n\n-HtJ
586892
Well I've heard that it's over priced and they manipulate you into buying their LA protein bars and they make promises they can't keep...like telling you that you can lose more then 2 pounds a week...which is very unhealthy. Plus they make you eat sticks of butter and spoonfuls of mayonnaise....GROSS! Besides what kind of diet plan won't let you eat cereal!
1179781
I think the site is great(I can't belive it used to be a pay site) My girlfreind and I both use it.  It is a great way of keeping track of what you eat, and a pretty fair job of keeping track of calories burned.  Lots and lots of info, recipies, exersises...ect.  I would recommend it to anyone who is having trouble losing weight, or just needs a little nudge in the right direction. In the 2 weeks I have been involved, I have really learned to change my eating habits.  Having all of your data there in front of you keeps you motivated.
1074951
I've tried it.  The $7 weekly (or whatever they advertise) is not all the expense you'll occur.  That's the good part.  The part that will be very expensive is when you buy your food products each week/month from them.  This will certainly run you into the hundreds of dollars.  Also, they do have a plan where you can go out and buy your "own food", but this takes a lot of guesswork and creativity on your part each meal on how much to eat (calorie-wise, fat-wise, carbo-wise, etc.), portion to eat (in conjunction with the above-mentioned "wises"), creativity as far as not having to have the same old meals each day, etc).  The only good thing about buying their foods is that each one is already proportioned as to the amount you will have each meal, so you won't have to count calories, carbs, or anything else; but doing so costs you dearly.  \n\nPlus, having a membership for a year (which most people do that want to lose more than 10 pounds because in the long-run it's cheaper) will cost $100-150 +.  The membership includes all follow-up nutritional visits you may have during this time frame, including weigh-ins, consultations, etc.  \n\nThey do have supplements, but you do have a choice to buy them or not...the place I went to did not "push" the supplements on me....they told me I could buy them (expensive) or I could just wait and see how the initial plan was coming along before deciding to do so.  \n\nSo, you see, that $7 advertisement that have on television is JUST THE BEGINNING.  Get your checkbook out and ready!
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Sounds good, i've heard of success either way.  Just make sure what is in those meals is right. No soda, no fast food, lots of chicken, fish, fruits, vegies, whole wheat stuff, yogurt. Not so many cakes and donuts and cookies. Basic common sense for eating, you just need to enforce it. Get all the bad stuff out of the house right away, just toss it or give it away while your still motivated. No alcohol if that applies. Some juice but make sure its all natural, because the ones that aren't are loaded with sugar and a leading cause in diabetes in children and adults. Lots of water, 3-4 liters a day, not all at once, but spread out. Its really easy to down a liter or two while your watching tv or on the computer. Also drink some after you eat the bigger meals of the day, it helps your body pick out the nutrients in food when your food is more spread apart. \nAs for exercise, lots of cardio. Find something you like. If you have never exercised much before, start with walking 30 minutes a day at a brisk pace. Move on to different terrains that include hills and increase the time spent. After a week or two, try jogging the route. No matter what find an activity you enjoy. Walking to jogging is just an example, try hiking, rollerblading, biking. Once you get into a regular routine, if your not happy with the level of difficulty, try signing up with a gym. Spinning, pilates or kickboxing classes are great. It will also introduce you to working with weights. Talk to a trainer for instruction before using any weights. A cheap investment is a balance ball, it works you stomach while your just sitting on it, like at your computer and its great for posture. There are hundreds of exercises you can use it for for your entire body. I can give you some ideas if you want, just email me. Also for more info on the benefits of water go to www.watercure.com Good Luck!
639783
i was thinking about it, it was very effective when i had my first daughter, and when it got taken off market, i wasn't able to take it after having my second daughter, and now i'm overweight...hmmm, wonder why...\nand i eat right, and exercise...
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I lost 48 pounds in about 9 months, and I have kept it off.  I totally recommend this program, for this very important reason:\nI did not have to buy food or follow a pre-set food program.  I was able to eat the foods that I liked most, and I LEARNED how to prepare them in a way that allowed me to lose weight.  If I hadn't learned how to deal with everyday food properly, I would probably gain all the weight back.  Weight Watchers teaches you how to maintain your weight loss for life.\nI did increase my activity, and Weight Watchers teaches you how to balance the amount of food you eat to how much activity you do.
70931
Try Bill Phillip's book Body for Life. It works for anyone, but it is hard work. I'm going through the program right now and I can see a difference. The book uses workout intensity levels according to you, so it really will work for anyone. He also talks about what to eat and what to avoid. AND there is even space built into the program to have your favorite foods! Its working for me so far. Good luck!
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I think for Jenny Craig you have to go there to get the food. And, nutri system delivers the food. They are both very expensive, weight watchers is better by far! Or, visit a dietician it is less expensive and they'll cater a plan that's right for you
966577
My trainer told me to eat 3 meals a day plus 2 meal replacement shakes (Ensure, protein shake, etc.).  It works.
7860
Yes, actually I am a member of Weight Watchers and that is part of their teaching.  All foods are allowed in moderation.  I have done very well on the program, I like it for that reason.  I couldn't enviosion myself drinking 2 shakes and 1 balanced meal everyday for the rest of my life.
939763
Sure, but so does any diet in which you restrict your calories to slightly undercut your daily caloric requirements. Increase your exercise or decrease your intake, and you get a net positive. \n\nIf Nutrisystem is what it takes for you to get that done, then yes it works. Follow the plan exactly and don't augment it with your own normal foods, and you'll get what you want out of it.\n\nBut it has nothing to do with Nutrisystem specifically. They are doing nothing unique. Not anti-Nutrisystem - just want people to understand what ti means to diet/eat successfully.
555200
I was on it about  years ago and lost 50 lbs. I am back on it again and have lost 20 lbs so far. It's a good diet as long as you stick with it and follow all the rules. But realize too, that it is a lifestyle change
641947
Weight Watchers is great because it teaches you how to eat REAL food - whether you dine out or eat at home.  I never wanted to join a weight loss program where I was stuck eating their food. Who can realistically live that way for any length of time?\n\nI have lost 20 pounds and I have 15 more to go. It doesn't come off super fast (1-2 pounds per week), but it stays off.
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My name is Jarrod and I am certified by the top certification company in the world. \n\nIf we do not live in the same state I do offer webcam training, email coaching, and telephone coaching.\nYou get everything you would get with an in person trainer.\nYou would also have an option to add nutrition consulting to your plan.\n\nIf you are interested please email me at info@jifitness.com\n\nHope this helps.\nwww.jifitness.com
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I lost 35 pounds in about 3 months on this plan. It was not hard to stick to either. I stopped because of the cost, but yes it is a good program.
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If you contact me with your email address, I will gladly give you a diet based on Jenny Craig and Nutrisystem. You can do it yourself at home. You won't need to measure anything or count calories. It is all already proportioned. It involves all food groups and is based on 1250 calories. Very healthy.  I have shared it with many askers on yahoo answers.