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Using Weight Watchers?

January 5, 2011

Weighing in on ScaleHas Weight Watchers ever had a restriction on one's weight before you could join the program? If so what was it?

By IRMA COURTNEY from Chicago, IL

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January 6, 20110 found this helpful

Why not call Weight Watchers and get the information you seek direct from Weight Watchers. I am sure you will find the phone number in the phone book.

 
January 6, 20110 found this helpful

It used to be you had to be at least 10 lbs overweight, but as far as how big you might be (like 500 lbs or something), I highly doubt it. Weight watchers has a website, look it up online and find a local chapter to contact. Good luck and here's to losing, me too!

 
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March 14, 2012

Do I have to stick to a special plan with Weight Watchers? Eat specially prepared foods, etc.

By Tonita P

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March 14, 20120 found this helpful

I have been a member of Weight Watchers for over 3 years now and have lost about 75 pounds. I am getting pretty close to my goal weight. For me, it was the most helpful thing.

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Points are determined by a calculation using the amount of fat, protein, fiber and carbs in the specific food. Foods that are high in sugar and fat have a higher point value. "Power Foods" such as low fat dairy or whole grains tend to have a lower value. All fresh fruit and most vegetables have a value of 0 points. The system calculates a daily point target based on your current weight and height. You are given weekly points to use as you like, for occasional treats or celebrations. You can also earn more points for activities such as walking, exercise classes, gardening, etc.

Although they have lots of prepackaged snacks and meals, you don't have to buy any of them. They are just there for convenience. They also have recipes and meal plans if you need help deciding what to eat. Members are supposed to weigh in at a weekly meeting. The meetings are great for encouragement and ideas.

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Good luck in your weight loss journey. I've never felt healthier and I actually enjoy exercising now. Although it has been a long process for me, it has definitely been worth it.

 

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March 17, 20120 found this helpful

You do not have to buy special "weight watcher" foods or any sort of supplements. There are recipe suggestions; ways to make things like chocolate cake worth less points, for example.

 
March 31, 20230 found this helpful

I'M NOT "JIM," HE'S WAY SKINNY. I'M HIS DEAR WIFE = Cathy. 74 YEARS HAPPY . Hey, I've been doing WW Since I was 23 YRS. PERFECTION CAN'T BE EQUALED !!! I'VE BEEN AT MY ABSOLUTE ( FASHION MODEL ) WEIGHT FOR BOQU YEARS AS A YOUNG AND MID-AGED PERSON WITH WW = AND GET THIS: SORRY; I HAVE NOT SPENT A DIME !!! NO MEETINGS; NO 'POINTS CALCULATOR' OR MATH. OKAY, SO DO THIS ORIGINAL 1962- 72 PROGRAM. IT "ISN'T SEXY, FOODIE, TASTE THRILLING, etc." BUT IT WORKS ..... EVERY TIME ; ALL THE TIME !!! IF YOU WANT TO LOSE 1-4 LBS A WEEK , KILL YOUR CRAVINGS, HAVE BEAUTIFUL HAIR , SKIN, AND A MORE THAN DECENT LOOKING FIGURE, NO MATTER YOUR BODY TYPE AND AGE, GET OUT THE PAPER AND PEN, AND WRITE THIS PROGRAMME DOWN FOR HEAVEN SAKES = IT HELPS TO HAVE A "BUDDY," OR "BUDDIES" TO CHECK IN WITH.

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( THE WW PROGRAMME WAS STRUCTURED LIKE "AA," AND WE ALL KNOW HOW SUCCESSFUL THAT IS.) DON'T EVEN WORRY ABOUT BUYING "DIET FOODS" IN THE GROCERY STORE = TOO EXPENSIVE AND LOADED WITH SODIUM WHICH IS A HEALTH AND DIET KILLER !!! LOVE AND SUCCESS ,,,,,"C"

 
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December 12, 2022

What is the most recent year that Weight Watchers published the Food Companion and Dining Out small soft-cover books?

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