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Has Anyone Ever Tried Nutrisystem?
Asked by D.P. from Minneapolis
on January 9, 2009
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I was wondering if anyone has ever tried Nutrisystem weight loss or if you know anyone who has. I have this absolutely wonderful diet that I lost weight on before I h...
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- Nutrisystem does not train you for a healthy lifestyle so once you are off the program, all the weight comes back on. Nutrisystem is based on a really great concept...
- D., I personally haven't been on it (thought about it though). I have a friend who tried it and really liked it. She didn't like the expense of it though. She tr...
- HI D., I work with several people who have tried Nutrisystems. Many have like you said, lasted awhile and quit. Again- you're tied to the food. I know a couple who...
Has Anyone Tried the Nutrisystem Diet?
Asked by N.B. from Dallas
on January 16, 2006
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If so, were you successful? How was the food?
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- It's a good deal money-wise and easy to do with the food already prepared. However, it didn't work for me and I followed it pretty carefully. I think even though it wa...
- Yes, I've tried the NutriSystem diet and it worked for 2 months. I lost about 20 lbs. But I gained it back because I was so happy to eat "regular" food again when I we...
- NutriSystem started way before Jenny Craig and it's exactly the same. Who knows, they probably even get their food prepared and packaged at the same place. I did N...
If You Could Go on Any Diet Plan, Which One Would You Pick?
Asked by M.S. from Chicago
on December 27, 2010
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I am going on a diet...Originally I picked Jenny Craig but have read some bad reviews regarding lack of support (canned questionnaires from your counselor) and getting...
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- Hey, Big Lots/Odd Lots has Nutrisystem food for $1 each. I didn't like the teeny tiny portions or the taste. know a woman who went from a 22w to a 8m on nutrisystem i...
- Nutrisystem. It's cheap compared to the others and super easy. All your meals are made and you just add fresh fruits, veg, and dairy--and they tell you how much and ...
- Weight Watchers is the best! You are not only loosing weight, you learn how to eat and how to choose food. Good luck!
Overweight Child
Asked by M.J. from Los Angeles
on December 21, 2008
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Hello Moms, Does anyone know of a good meal program, either delivered food or not, that will help to teach me about nutrition, portion sizes, etc.? My husband, son, an...
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- Dear M., Here are some tips I have learned along the way in my own health journey: (1) Remove all unhealthy foods from the house. (2) Make exe...
- Thank you for bringing this issue up. I have a 6 year old daughter who is 76 lbs. She has always had a big appetite. I don't want her to have a complex about he...
- My grandughter is 3 years old and weights 50 lbs i am concern for her health diabetes runs in my family and my daughter (her M.) is a breast cancer survivor. When i b...
Jenny Craig
Asked by S.S. from Chicago
on May 20, 2010
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Would like to hear from some moms who have done jenny craig. how much does it "really" cost? is all food included or do I still need to buy more. do you go to meeti...
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- Hi S., The premise behind Jenny Craig is great. The low glycemic index is a very healthy way to eat and it will help you lose weight. My Dad was diagnosed as a diab...
- I am doing this program now and have lost 15 lbs. in six weeks. I work out regularly and am very happy with the results. I tried weight watchers in the past but felt l...
- One of my good friends has done it a few times but has stopped because the cost was too much ultimately. She had moderate success and generally liked the food, but it...
Help for Weight Loss
Asked by K.P. from Salinas
on April 15, 2008
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I need help!!! I've been struggling with the 'left over' baby weight from my pregnancy almost two years ago. I breastfed my daughter for an entire year so I tried to...
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- It had a hard time after the third one - it seems like there is absolutely no time for exercise. I also seemed to be snacking a lot more, since there wasn't time for ...
- I too would suggest Weight Watchers. It's a real life food plan and it makes it more of a lifestyle than a "diet". It also gives you exercise suggestions online. Un...
- The one thing I can reccomend is get involved with a friend who also has a child that stays home. Swap days so that you can go for a walk or work out, even to join wei...
Diet ?
Asked by W.L. from Dallas
on August 1, 2010
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I am sure this question has been asked numerous times, but here I go anyway. I really do want to lose about 20 pounds and I've even considered diet pills which I don'...
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- Look into Advocare. www.advocare.com. I recently discovered it & love it.
- Whatever you do stay far away from Adipex! I found a doc to prescribe it and lost 45 lbs in 3 months. You're not supposed to keep taking it past 3 months and I took ...
- Maybe it's my age (40), but when I was younger, even after two kids, I easily took weight off by watching my diet. Now, I HAVE TO EXERCISE TOO. That is the key to ke...
Any Advice on Successful Weight Loss for a Busy Mom?
Asked by B.B. from Tyler
on May 27, 2010
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I have 2 children. My youngest is 5. I weigh the same now that I weighed when I was pregnant with him. I haven't gained or lossed any weight so I maintain my weight re...
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- Weight Watchers! I have been on it since November and have lost 26 pounds! Even lost during the holidays! It's slow going but it works and you can eat anything! Just w...
- I absolutely can make a recommendation with a plan that is healthy AND you will feel like a million dollars while on it. Go check this out and then let me know if I c...
- I would suggest working out including cardio and weights 4-5 times a week. In addition, you need to watch your portions. I did Jenny Craig, which can be a little expen...
