The program (not a diet) is accurate and encourages exercise and nutrition. You will have to work to get the transformation that you want, but you will be doing it in the right way. While he does advocate his companies products (who wouldn't) his products are NOT necessary to follow the plan. My results were fantastic and I'm very pleased. Since I'm an engineer, I wanted more 'technical' information and found great information on the web. His book was the building foundation though and provides you with monumental motivation. Worth reading. You can spend as little or as much as you want on the program. You can increase your food expenses by $50 a month, or spend on the supplements that can get really expensive. All depends on what you are trying to achieve. I lost 3 lbs in 3 months. Before you say "worthless diet" I lost 15 lbs of fat and gained 12 lbs of muscle! Huge difference!

Recommended: Yes

Approximate Monthly Cost (US$) 50 - 350
Food Variety Restrictions A wide variety of allowed foods
Restrictiveness of Portions Several hearty portions