There are countless diet plans to choose from, including popular diets that can be found in books, magazines, or other sources, as well as commercial diet programs or products. When choosing a plan, please review the overall diet plan carefully. Avoid any diets that rely on gimmicks or unbalanced nutrition. Many of the popular diets are fads and should not be followed. Please consult your physician when choosing a diet, and follow any advice she gives you. You may have specific health concerns that make certain diets preferable, or other diets dangerous.
Commercial diet programs include any diet plan that you must enroll in, or subscribe to. These usually include weekly meetings, prepackaged foods, or other benefits that can be received only by paying subscription fees. When choosing a commercial program, make sure you review any materials carefully before signing a contract or making a payment. Learn if there are any penalties if you miss a meeting or do not lose a specific amount of weight in a given time. Find out if you can cancel the service and/or receive a refund. Also inquire if your leader or consultant is a trained nutritionist. |
