The points-based method of Weight Watchers is outdated and doesn’t go far enough to promote healthy lifestyle changes. For better success, stick with diets like Nutrisystem or Medifast.
User Reviews
User Review #26
by Diana Crabtree on March 16th, 2008
at 12:55 PM CDT
Weight watchers is one of the best.
My only complaint is the weight to become a "lifetime member" is low, so a person is paying, even if they are at a healthy weight for them.
Also, I think 1,200 calories is a little low. It would be more managable at 1,500
User Review #25
by Jane on March 12th, 2008
at 6:13 PM CDT
I have been a Weight Watcher since 1974. It is not a diet, but a healthy life style. It teaches a well-balanced nutritional eating plan for a lifetime. You are surrounded by others, that become your friends, that share your experiences and provide the support needed for success. I incorporated an exercise program with my nutrition program in 1980 and have continued both as a natural part of my lifestyle.
User Review #24
by Kim on March 12th, 2008
at 12:27 PM CDT
I beg to differ. I have been on the program since January and I have lost 10 pounds. I consistly lost one or two pounds a week and now I am 10 pounds later. You are right it is not a diet it is a lifestyle change. By eating more fruits and vegetables and drinking 6 - 8 glasses of water a day, the weight came off. I also track my points, at first this was pain but in time it became easier. My husband also has his eating habits and he has lost twenty-five pounds. I am still sliming down and recently was able to get into a pair of jeans two sizes smaller than what I normally wear. I also do kickboxing once a week and am also training for a 1/2 marathon walk in April. I occassionaly indulge in pizza or a rich dessert but then I just right back on the plan. If you stick to the plan and also incorporate exercise into it I believe you will get the results you want.
The points-based method of Weight Watchers is outdated and doesn’t go far enough to promote healthy lifestyle changes. For better success, stick with diets like Nutrisystem or Medifast.