With the Fresh Prepared Meals Diet Plan, is there an Option to "Opt Out" of Certain Foods?
December 9th, 2011 - Posted by polina
Q: My husband cannot eat poultry, is the Fresh Prepared Meals plan a good choice? Is there an option to "opt out" on certain foods?
A: Fresh Prepared Meals is a comprehensive meal delivery program that is best for people who prefer a more structured plan. Both the 5-day and 7-day plans feature a standardized meal plan, so if you have very specific dietary needs, the Fresh Prepared Meal program may not be for you. However, there are ways in which you can customize it a little bit more. For example, you can sign into your account each week and select which foods out of their selection you want to receive, giving you the ability to customize your meals a little bit more. Thus, if your husband does not eat poultry, there are ways in which he could choose other foods at the beginning of each week. Read more about Fresh Prepared Meals!
Another great, and low-priced, meal delivery service option would be Nutrisystem, which has special meal plans for men in particular. With Nutrisystem, the meals are more customizable and may be a better option for you. Read more about Nutrisystem here.
Want more choices? Compare all of our meal delivery diet programs.
Is eDiets available for iPad?
July 14th, 2011 - Posted by Sarah
The following is an actual user-submitted question:
Q. Is the eDiets program available for full use on iPad?
A. Sorry to say, iPad doesn't support eDiets. eDiets says it is working on it, but there is no ETA. Your best bet, if possible, is to use your online diet program on a standard computer.
Can you do Weight Watchers Online and still go to an occasional meeting?
July 1st, 2011 - Posted by Sarah
The following is an actual user-submitted question:
Q. Can you do Weight Watchers Online and still go to an occasional meeting?
A. Weight Watchers programs can seem a bit confusing at first, but there are a couple of important distinctions. Weight Watchers offers two programs: Weight Watchers and Weight Watchers Online. The latter is only online, and you may not attend meetings. The first one, however, is meetings-based with the option to add eTools for $12.95 extra per month, and then you can track your points and progress online.
So if you want to attend any meetings, you should sign up for Weight Watchers and, if you want the support of Weight Watchers Online, add eTools.
Do the diet plans you review have meals for stomach problems?
April 28th, 2011 - Posted by Sarah
The following is an actual user-submitted question:
Q. Do the diet plans you review have meals for stomach problems like irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux, etc.?
A. Unfortunately, none of the diet plans we review have specific plans for these difficulties, but armed with a little knowledge, you can customize a diet plan to avoid triggers and include more beneficial foods. Some tips:
A primary factor in controlling IBS flare-ups is avoiding trigger foods, which aggravate your digestive system. Although these differ from person to person, there are quite a few similarities, so make sure at least to avoid the following: too much fruit, artificial sweeteners, fatty and fried foods, cruciferous vegetables (cauliflower, beans, cabbage), caffeine, alcohol, chocolate, gluten, spicy foods, and dairy products. If you notice symptoms after eating a food not included in this list, make note of it, and avoid it in the future. It's also important to increase your fiber and drink plenty of water.
Acid reflux's list of foods to avoid is similar. You want to stop or moderate intake of acidic foods, fatty and fried foods, alcohol, and caffeine in addition to personal trigger foods.
Some of these principles go hand in hand with a healthy diet, but others you're going to have to monitor more closely. You can still follow a diet plan; just make sure it offers plenty of room for customization. Our top picks:
eDiets: This is the most customizable diet plan we reviewed. It's based entirely on portion control and healthier food choices, so you can follow your preferences. If, for example, a given week's menu suggests broccoli but you have IBS, you can switch it out for, say, green beans.
Weight Watchers: Although Weight Watchers Online suggests meals and recipes, you're free to substitute your own. Search for the foods you eat often, input recipes you frequently cook, and keep track of your points.
So it takes a little effort, but you can follow an online DIY diet program if you suffer from digestive issues. Just remember to choose one that allows for personalization. Good luck!
How much does eDiets cost monthly?
October 29th, 2010 - Posted by Tasha
Q: How much does eDiets cost monthly?
A: I love easy questions! eDiets, and it's sister programs Glycemic Impact Diet and Living with Diabetes Plan are offering an exclusive discount to NextAdvisor.com readers. You get 25% off with coupon code SAVE25, bringing the cost to only $13.47 per month. Just follow the eDiets link from our site, and once you sign up you'll have access to all the great tools, recipes and guidance we mention in our review.
Which diet plans have weight loss medicine in their foods?
October 27th, 2010 - Posted by Tasha
Q: Which diet plans have weight loss medicine in their foods? Such as those that curb the appetite, help with metabolism and control your desire for sweets?
A: Not to be glib, but hopefully there aren't any meal delivery plans out there with medicine in them. This is because if you're going to be taking weight loss medicine, you should be under the supervision of a medical professional. And it's not for those aiming to lose 5-10 pounds. The Mayo Clinic agrees: weight loss medication is for people with serious weight issues.
It generally recommended that people lose weight using both diet and exercise. Medication may be an element, but it's really something you'd need to discuss with a qualified professional. The meal delivery plans we've reviewed provide healthy, safe ways to lose weight. Some of them include exercise and support components, and some of them don't. If you need to lose a large amount of weight, and are working with medical supervision, you may want to check out Medifast. If taste is important to you, take a look at our diet taste test results.
Do you have a diet containing no wheat, barley or rye for celiac patients?
June 14th, 2010 - Posted by Tasha
Q: Do you have a diet containing no wheat, barley or rye for celiac patients?
A: That's a tough one. The majority of meal delivery plans do include gluten, so they wouldn't be appropriate for those with celiac disease. However, we were able to find some potential options.
Medifast offers products that have been certified "gluten free" by the Gluten Free Certification Organization. These include eggs, shakes, soups and puddings. However, Medifast does require that you provide one meal a day to supplement the meals they ship you.
eDiets has a wheat-free meal delivery plan, but their plan may include products that contain gluten, such as rye, barley or oats. Bistro MD has some gluten-free meals in their plan, but not a full menu.
How to I switch to Jenny Direct?
October 14th, 2009 - Posted by Caitlin
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Q: How do I switch from a center to mail order because there is not a center near where I am moving?
A: Jenny Direct, Jenny Craig's at home weight loss program, offers the same food, tools, and personal support that are available at Jenny Craig's local centers. Your Jenny Cuisine and program materials will be delivered by mail, and you'll speak with your consultant over the phone. Current Jenny Craig memberships are transferable back and forth, from a Jenny Craig center to Jenny Direct and vice versa. To transfer your membership to Jenny Direct, just speak with your personal consultant or request an instant call back from a Jenny Craig customer service representative.
To learn more about Jenny Craig and other online diet services, see our reviews and comparison chart.
How does Weight Watchers' lifetime membership work?
September 14th, 2009 - Posted by Caitlin
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Q: I'm a lifetime [Weight Watchers] member but I have not attended for a long time. I would like to join again. How does the lifetime membership work, are you charged for not attending a meeting or are you charged only for the meetings that you attend?
A: Weight Watchers meetings members who reach their goal weight and maintain that goal weight within two pounds for six consecutive weeks are awarded lifetime memberships. Lifetime members may attend Weight Watchers meetings at no charge, as long as they remain no more than two pounds above their goal weight.
Once you have reached lifetime member status, you will always be a lifetime member and will never have to pay another registration fee. You must weigh in at your first meeting of every month, and if you weigh more than two pounds more than your goal weight, you'll be charged the weekly fee. You will not be expected to pay for missed meeting unless you have not weighed in within a one month period. You are always eligible for lifetime benefits, and depending on your location, you may be eligible for discounted fees.
If you have misplaced your lifetime member number, you can call Weight Watchers at 800-651-6000, or by filling out a request form at WeightWatchers.com.
To learn more about Weight Watchers or other diet services, see our reviews and comparison chart.
What if I don't like the food?
September 2nd, 2009 - Posted by Caitlin
The following post in our Reader Question series is an actual user submitted question. To maintain the integrity of the original question, we do not edit or change reader questions in any way.
Q: I want to try Nutrisystem, but I'm a picky eater and I'm afraid I might not like the food. Can I try it for free, or get my money back if I don't like it?
A: Nutrisystem does allow returns and offers a money back guarantee on non-frozen foods. After you recieve your first order, you'll have seven days to decide whether or not you like the food. You can call Nutrisystem at any time within those seven days and return the remaining food for a full refund, minus the cost of shipping.
If you do decide to continue with Nutrisystem, you'll also have the option to return or exchange any non-frozen food items that you don't care for, as long as the package is unopened and you return it within 30 days. Nutrisystem does not allow returns on frozen foods.
To learn more about Nutrisystem or other meal delivery diet services, take a look at our reviews and comparison chart.
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