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Originally Posted by Hermit Girl
Hi Kids. I am ready to do an official diet, but have questions for those who know the ropes. From what I've heard, WW is the best 'lifestyle' diet, which isn't about selling food, etc. and is the most successful in using long term. Is this correct?
I don't have any statistics, but I can tell you that I can see myself following this program for the rest of my life. I'm that comfortable with it. I've been following it now for a year, and although I did need to make adjustments to my eating (obviously) I found WW slipped into my life with a decent amount of ease. I can and do eat what I want and count the points for the food. I do warn that it's not
only about the points, it is about what you eat, but no foods are off limits.
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Is the on-line as good as the actual town meetings?
I've been told (at my meetings) that those who attend meetings are more likely to stick with the program, and more likely to be successful. However, once again, I have no statistics to back this up. I can, though, see how it is true. The group
really helps me out.
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I am a chef (okay, not professional, but I won't ever stop cooking my WholeFoodsFromScratch, but realize I need to learn to cook with losing weight (then maintaining) in mind ~ so can it work for me?
Absolutely! You can modify some recipes to be lower in points, or simply make sure to properly count the points & portions for the recipes you're using now. It's that simple.
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I absolutely loath the idea of counting calories (since I eat very little prepared foods), but realize that portion control is just as important , or more. Also, learning what having enough food in my belly feels like. Drawing on all of your expert advice, can you tell me your thoughts if WW , or any diet program , can work for me?
I don't want to scare you off, but I do want to say that counting points is VERY similar to counting calories. Points involves calories. Although most points are easy to remember for frequently eaten foods. (A medium sized apple... 1 point) Even if you make certain recipes frequently, you can plan out the portion and points once... write it down and then have the info again the next time you cook it. (3 oz of chicken... 3 points)
WW does have another program. Core. Core is different, but many people like it. Brief overview: No points counting needed. You have a list of foods that you are allowed to eat (quite healthy foods, mostly from the fruit & vegetable & meat kingdom, not a lot of boxed things). You simply eat foods from the list when you are hungry until you are
satisfied. There are some points you are given for times that you wish to eat something that isn't on the list. You just have to plan for it. Core is a little more intuitive, because you must eat mindfully & be aware of your stomach and how full it is. You can, however, apply these lessons to point counting... but on Core it is the focus.
I hope that helped some! Feel free to ask more questions (or to PM me) if you'd like!