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What is Best Diet Plan for Me?

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Updated March 01, 2011

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Is the South Beach Diet the Best Diet for You?

The South Beach Diet may be the best diet for you if you ...

  • Are willing to limit carbs, particularly during a restrictive first few weeks
  • Are willing to eat certain foods at certain times, such as eating fruit at lunch or dinner, but not breakfast
  • Are willing to eliminate specific foods such as bread, rice, pasta, potatoes and some vegetables from your diet (at least temporarily)
  • Do not want to measure or weigh food
  • Like being provided a menu with structure.

Learn More: Is the South Beach Diet Right for Me?

Is Jenny Craig the Best Diet for You?

The Jenny Craig program may be the best diet for you if you ...

  • Want single-serving entrees to help you with portion control
  • Do not want to count calories
  • Do not want to spend time preparing meals
  • Are willing to order food online or at a local Jenny Craig Center
  • Are willing to eat pre-packaged foods until transitioning back to regular foods
  • Want one-on-one support from a consultant.

Is Weight Watchers the Best Diet for You?

The Weight Watchers program may be the best diet for you if you ...

  • Are willing to track your food intake online or by using a food diary
  • Are willing to stay within an alloted "points" allowance for daily food and beverage intake (similar to counting calories)
  • Want the opportunity to attend instructional meetings and participate in a group setting
  • Want the option of following the diet online
  • Want to learn how to manage your weight with lifestyle changes, portion control and making healthy eating choices.

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