deedisneydream97
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- Oct 25, 2010
That is one of the reasons I don't like the WW points. If you follow the small print, you will end up eating whole foods and proteins - but the broader message is "eat what you want, just don't exceed your points"
Weight Watchers has really changed for the better in the last few years...they now focus more on your mind-set, eating more good protein, less bad carbs, choosing fruit over empty calories, strong on the veggies. They have program guidelines for diabetics, gluten free, etc. You can attend a meeting for free....check it out on their website to see if a meeting near you is offering it.
There is also a free on-line program out there called Sparkpeople.com. They also have recipe builders, activity counters and message boards. I need the accountability of a meeting and weekly weigh in, but not everyone has the time.
I've lost 30 lbs...I find their simply filling program the easiest to follow. And since I am close to 60, the only exercise I do is walking 3 miles a day, using some handweights and doing some simple stretching exercises.
I personally hate all of their pre-packaged snacks and frozen foods...except their mac and cheese once in a while. I have the time to cook from scratch and very rarely use any processed foods (like rice a roni, noodles & sauce, etc.).
I found that whole grain and whole weight pasta is not going to kill me, and I actually like brown rice now.
Good luck in whatever you decide. Just taking the step....knowing that you need to do something...is a big step.