I Lost over 60 pounds on Nutrisystem - January 2008 UPDATE
Written: Mar 02 '05 (Updated Jan 02 '08)
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Pros: NutriSystem was easy to follow, I've kept the weight off for almost 4 years.
Cons: I was on the program for full time four months. I have no cons.
The Bottom Line: No question that this diet works. It teaches you how to eat proper portions. I just passed my 3 year anniversary and I have kept the weight off!
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**January 2008 UPDATE - It's hard to believe, it's been almost four years as a thin person! The holidays are over and I am about to do a Nutri Tune-Up to get ready for a trip to Mexico in April.I am going to try the new NutriSystem advanced program for a month. I would like to take off another 10 pounds for my trip. I have received many questions and lots of support from people that have seen my before and after photos and read my online weight loss journal. Please feel free to contact me at with any questions you may have about the program. You can email me through my online weight loss journal at www.HEALTHYGATOR.com and you can also request a $30.00 off coupon from NutriSystem. I don't know how long they will offer the coupon but it's available now for a New Year's promotion to new members only.
Thanks and good luck in 2008.
Why I Did It:
In November of 2003, I made a deal with my wife. If I could lose 50 pounds, I could buy the new Harley Davidson that I have wanted for most of my adult life. When we made this bargain, I'm sure my wife thought she would never have to deal with the actual reward of a new Harley Davidson.
I have been heavy all of my life. (before pictures at www.healthygator.com )I tried most of the fad diets at one time or another with some success, but never any lasting success. This time I had the determination and motivation I have never had before. Of course, I also knew that weighing 250 pounds was unhealthy and I knew I needed to do something before I got any bigger, but, the motivation of getting a new Harley was the kick in the butt I needed to make it happen.
The next day I went online and joined NutriSystem and placed my first food order.
Here's how it works:
You order your food in one-month supplies. You can take all of the work out by selecting a favorites menu or you can custom order your menu to fit your tastes. You are guided through an on-line selection of 28 breakfasts, 28 lunches, 28 dinners and 28 desserts/snacks. The food comes in two forms, wet and dry. The wet foods, some lunches and dinners, are ready to eat after heating in the microwave. Many are similar to frozen meals like Lean Cuisine and Healthy Choice except that they are not frozen. They are shelf stable and they have a very long shelf life. The dry foods come in packets or containers and they get mixed with boiling water. Many of the breakfasts are cereals that you add skim milk too.
Once you receive the food you also receive a pocket planner with complete instructions on what to eat and when. In addition to the food you receive from Nutrisystem, you supply dairy (milk, yogurt, LF cheese) Fruits and veggies, starches and carbos to your meals as required. If you need to lose less than 100 pounds the men's plan is 1500 calories a day and the women's plan is 1200 calories a day.
Food preparation is very easy and you do not need to be a good cook to do it. If you can boil water you can make it work.
Here is a typical menu:
Breakfast:
NutriSystem food - Scrambled Eggs
1 Low Glycemic Carbo Serving - 1 slice whole-wheat toast with I can't believe it's not butter spray.
1 Milk/Protein Serving - Yogurt, 8 oz fat free
1 Fruit Serving - 1/2 banana
Lunch:
NutriSystem food - Chicken and Pasta in Cacciatore Sauce
1 Low Glycemic Carbo Serving - 1/2 cup of corn with I can't believe it's not butter spray.
1 Salad Serving: - Unlimited salad veggies with 1-2 tablespoons of FF dressing.
1 Milk/Protein Serving - 2 Tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese on the Chicken Cacciatore.
Lunch note: There are many simple meals that can be prepared in an office or work environment with just a microwave.
3:00 Snack:
1 Fruit Serving - 1 small apple
1 Milk/Protein Serving - Yogurt, 8 oz fat free
Dinner:
NutriSystem food - Vegetable Lasagna with Basil Tomato Sauce
1 Low Glycemic Carbo Serving - 1 small toasted whole grain roll with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and garlic powder. 2 Vegetable servings - 1 Cup frozen Italian vegetables steamed with I can't believe it's not butter spray.
1 Salad Serving: - Unlimited salad veggies with 1-2 tablespoons of FF dressing.
1 Fat serving - 1 teaspoon of olive oil used on the garlic bread.
Dessert/Evening snack:
1 NutriSystem Snack - Zesty Herb Snack Mix
Here are the results:
The program was amazing. It was easy to follow, I felt full, and the weight just started falling off. By March of 2004, After four months, I dropped a total of 55 pounds from 250 to 195. My waist size decreased from a 42 to a 34, and my suit size dropped from a 50 to a 44. And of course, I got my Harley!
Long Term Success? Yes
It's been almost four years since I reached my goal. I have kept the weight off and lost even more. My waist size is down to 34" and my shirt size is medium. I have been on four more vacations to Las Vegas, Mexico, Colorado,Italy and the Bahamas with no weight gain! I learned how to eat while on the NutriSystem program and I have continued to practice what I learned everyday. It has changed my life and the way I think about food! I would be happy to answer any questions you may have about the program. You can contact me through my online weight loss journal at www.healthygator.com
Recommended:
Yes
Approximate Monthly Cost (US$) 275.00
Food Variety Restrictions A wide variety of allowed foods
Restrictiveness of Portions Satisfying
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