[elkay]

Hi

Can anyone explain the LA weight loss programme to me please, it is fairly new down here in Oz.
What can you eat on this plan?
Is it low carb?
Do you count calories?
Do you have to drink meal supplements (Shakes)?
Is it very expensive?
How hard is it to follow?

Looking for any info please

Thanks

Elkay

[Boo'sMom]

What can you eat on this plan?Primarily fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, and good carbs, small amount of dairy
Is it low carb? probably, compared to the typical eating habits of most people, based on plan color which is based on pounds to lose and lifestyle
Do you count calories? no
Do you have to drink meal supplements (Shakes)? no but you eat their "lites" a high protein "candy bar"
Is it very expensive? initially for the program and the lites, healthy food in general is pretty expensive--but we're worth it--lol. How hard is it to follow? you have a food diary and you know exactly what you are allowed to have each day as you plan it out.

[bizlawchik]

Elkay - I would like to add the following:

Is it expensive? Not compared to other commercial programs, and only marginally more expensive than Weight Watchers. However, you pay for all of your weight loss weeks up front (how much you want to lose x 2lb/week), and your maintenance weeks (which is 52 weeks). Then you can purchase your LA Lites in bulk - but you do not have to use the bars. So... you may have "sticker shock" at first, but it all works out in the long run.

How hard is it to follow? If you are looking for a quick fix, this plan is not for you. This is a program that will re-teach you how to eat correctly. Although many "junk" foods are restricted during weight loss, you will get all food back during maintenance. It's not a quick fix, it's not a fad diet, and you will lose the weight safely and in a healthful manner. If you are ready to commit, this is the plan for you. (Plus you get all of us chickies to help)