Is NutriSystem Right for You?
Diet Claim: The NutriSystem diet says that by using their approved pre-packaged meals you will see the weight melt off of your body. Whether you are a senior, a man, a woman or suffering from diabetes, they have a plan for you that will get you to lose weight.
The diet uses the glycemic index for their carbohydrates. According to the glycemic index, some carbs will help you to maintain a stable blood sugar level which fights cravings. Then, there are other carbohydrates that will spike your blood sugar and cause you to be hungry not long after you eat them. The NutriSystem diet plan is full of low glycemic carbohydrates that are filling and prevent hunger.
Diet Guidelines: This diet is made for those who want to lose weight and also want the convenience of not having to think about it. On the NutriSystem diet plan, you are given four weeks of meals at a time which includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. The means are already portion controlled for you. dieters using the NutriSystem diet plan are told to supplement their meals with low fat or non-fat dairy milk, vegetables and fruit. You will eat at least 1,200 calories a day.
How long do I follow this diet?
The NutriSystem diet plan is followed until you reach your goal weight. After you reach your desired weight, there are guidelines to help you continue to eat foods that are not pre-packaged.
What can I eat?
You can choose from a long list of NutriSystem meals. There are many choices for breakfast, lunch, dinner and your snacks. If you don’t care and prefer to try everything, you can let NutriSystem choose your menu. Their foods include cereals, whole grain muffins, eggs, meats, pastas and desserts.
What are the benefits?
The diet is nutritionally balanced in every way. On a daily basis your calories are divided into 55% carbohydrates, 25% protein and 20% fat. You don’t have to worry about trans fats or saturated fats because that is taken care of as well. Your daily sodium intake is less than 2,000 milligrams.
How much weight can I lose?
You can lose two pounds a week or more.
Does the plan stress exercise of any kind?
Exercise is an important part of weight loss. The program comes with fitness CDs or you can do whatever type of exercise you like and can stick to.
Diet Pros: Your carbs are chosen for you. You don’t have to measure or count calories. You are not hungry as long as you add the foods to your meals that they recommend.
Diet Cons: The portioned pre-packaged meals take the thinking out of eating. After you lose the weight it is harder to control portions with regular food. There is not a maintenance phase. You are also encouraged to write down what you eat in a meal planner. This plan may be a bit pricey for some.
What does the diet plan cost?
The cost of meals will be at least $300 every four weeks not including your trip to the grocery store for the rest of the food items you will need.
