Weight Watchers

Weight Watchers is a diet programme that combines weight loss and exercise ideas. It is based on calorie-reduction, using a points system. As a membership incentive system it offers special foods, cookbooks and exercise plans for a fee. Weight Watchers points are awarded for success and the dieter has the support of Weight Watchers groups around the world and chapter members from his or her local group.

The advantages are that one can lose weight with others, having the support of others who are fighting the same battles. Weight Watcher products are readily available, and there are hundreds of web sites for support.

This particular plan requires an initial investment for membership and can involve the purchase of specific food products. If the idea of support in a group atmosphere is for you, this could be your plan. You can expect the best results when your fellow peers motivate you!

• No foods are forbidden, although you are restricted to a certain number of daily 'points'
• You can join a weekly class and meet other dieters, exchange ideas support and advice one another
• You can also join online at-home programme
• Weight Watchers is a gradual weight loss programme where the average weekly weight loss is 2 lbs. Go any faster and you'll regain it all!

• It's difficult to continue counting calories for the rest of your life
• Some dieters may find attending classes less beneficial depending on experience and personality
• Dieters pay must pay for each class session plus a joining fee and this can mount up