Nutrisystem

Nutrisystem is a commercial provider of weight loss products and services. The company offers an effective weight management system based on portion control, balanced nutrition, and frequent meals.

History

Nutrisystem was founded in 1972 by Harold Katz. The company initially operated weight loss centers in physical locations. In the 1990s, Nutrisystem shifted to a direct-to-consumer model, selling its products and services via the internet and telephone.

Products and Services

Nutrisystem provides pre-packaged meals that comprise a Nutrisystem diet plan. The meals are designed to be low in fat and calories, high in protein and fiber, and have zero trans fat. The diet plan is intended to provide all the necessary nutrients while maintaining a low calorie intake for weight loss.

The Nutrisystem diet plan includes:

• Breakfast - Options include pancakes, muffins, and granola.
• Lunch and Dinner - Options include pasta, stew, and pizza.
• Desserts and Snacks - Options include brownies, cakes, and cookies.

Effectiveness

Several studies have shown that the Nutrisystem diet plan can lead to significant weight loss. A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that people on the Nutrisystem plan lost an average of 3.8% more weight over a three-month period than those who followed their own dietary guidelines.

Criticisms

Critics of Nutrisystem argue that the diet plan is not sustainable in the long term and that it does not teach individuals how to eat healthily on their own. Some users have also reported that the pre-packaged meals do not taste good.

See Also

• Weight loss
• Dieting
• Obesity