Diet Comparison
Here is a side-by-side summary of NutriSystem and eDiets to help you compare diets and choose a weight loss plan that will work for you.
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Best for...
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Perfect if you don't want to prepare meals or weigh portions. One online or phone counseling session per week is included.
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Flexible and convenient fitness and nutrition programs designed to suit different lifestyles. Prepare your own delicious meals.
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Risks
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None that are health related. However, unless you plan on buying Nutri System foods for the rest of your life, you shoudl give some thought to the dfficulty transitioning from not having to think at all about your meal contents and preparation, to actually having to do it yourself. THis transition can be extremely challenging and can set you back in your long-term weight loss goals.
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None noted.
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Basic philosophy / approach
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The ultimate turn-key diet solution. All meals are prepared with appropriate nutritional and caloric needs taken into account. Easy preparation. Also provides online counseling and resources.
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Maximum flexibility and customization: diet and fitness routines customized to match your lifestyle and food preferences. Online support from both peers and fitness and nutrition experts.
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Foods that are / aren't allowed
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Diet consists of Nutri/system meals supplemented by fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Restrictions are calorie-based, and determined by your goals, starting weight, and preferences.
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How much work involved
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Virtually none. As long as you use the Nutri System products, following this diet is a no-brainer. All you need to provide is the will power!
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Depends largely on personal approcah and goals. E-diets offers tool, information and support, but does not prescribe a detailed "one size fits all" approach.
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Cost
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$54.95 per week (includes meals and snacks). Save 15% by signing up for the Auto Ship plan.
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$35 for 9 weeks or $99 for one full year.
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Speed to results
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Aside from a potential initial drop that is greter, you can expect to lose 1-2 lbs. per week following this program.
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Once again, it depends on individual approach and goals. Despite the site's name, e-diets is useful to anyone, whether his/her goals are weight loss, general fitness or increased athletic performance.
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Review
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Our review of NutriSystem
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Our review of eDiets
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