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Weight
Watchers Details
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Summary
Weight Watchers has been around since 1963.
Though Weight Watchers
has changed a lot over the years, it has remained steadfast in its goal
of offering weight loss guidance and support while emphasizing a
balanced diet and encouraging exercise. The diet plan is based on a
simple, straightforward point system, called "FlexPoints". Foods are
assigned a certain number of points according to their calorie count,
the number of fat grams they contain, and their fiber content. Dieters
are allotted a certain number of points they can consume daily, which
is determined by their body weight and the number of pounds they want
to lose. This Winning Points system allows dieters to eat any food they
want and still lose weight as long as they don’t exceed their daily
point allotment. To encourage exercise, Weight Watchers also
has a formula by which dieters can trade physical activity for points.
(The idea being, the more active you are, the more you can eat.)
Suited for
Weight Watchers
has meal planning for all age groups. There are many food selections,
but the key to success is planning your menus ahead of time and keeping
your food diary.
Foods
Using the point system and planning guide, your
food selection is endless. Weight Watchers even has a point
system for fast foods.
Support
Dieters
are expected to attend local weekly meetings, which are led by a
trained member. The meetings include a private confidential weigh-in,
and they give dieters a chance to exchange suggestions, ideas and
strategies. Those who don’t have a local Weight Watchers group
or don’t have time to attend one can receive online support.
Resources
Books:
Cook It Quick! : Speedy Recipes with Low POINTS Value in 30 Minutes or
Less - by Weight Watchers; Weight Watchers & #174; Great Cooking
Every Day : 250 Delicious Recipes Plus Techniques and Tips from The
Culinary Institute of America- by Weight Watchers; Weight Watchers New
Complete Cookbook - by Weight Watchers International Inc. Staff; Weight
Watchers Make It in Minutes: Easy Recipes in 15, 20, and 30 Minutes by
Weight Watchers; Simply Delicious : 245 No-Fuss Recipes--All 8 POINTS
or Less by Weight Watchers.
Thoughts
Weight Watchers
is a well-balanced, reduced calorie diet that incorporates everyday
foods. The group support is a plus for people who need reassurance and
weekly monitoring. Topics at the meetings include diet strategies,
motivation, and exercise.
