Nutrisystem Diet Review

About the Program

The Nutrisystem Diet Program has been helping people lose weight since 1972.

The convenience of pre-packaged meals backed by online support works well for those with an extremely busy lifestyle.

With this diet meals delivered plan you won't have to count calories or deal with portion control, it's done for you. Your meals will be a nutritious balance of protein (25%), carbohydrates (55%), and healthy fats (20%).

This is a "good carbs" Low-Glycemic plan which means you'll eat foods that break down slower and helps maintain your blood sugar levels. You'll also eat higher fiber and protein foods that helps you stay full longer and boosts your metabolism.

Foods You Can Eat

The food choices will depend on the plan you pick. The Nutrisystem Diet offers several plans which include the Women's Program, Men's Program, Women's Silver Program, Men's Silver Program, Women's Type II Diabetic Program, Men's Type II Diabetic Program, and Vegetarian Program.

As an example, if you choose the men's or women's basic plan you would have a choice of over 160 entrees, snacks, and desserts. Each plan has choices available if you want to customize your menu or you can choose a completely structured 28-Day meal plan "favorites" package.

You'll find choices like blueberry pancakes or a cinnamon bun for breakfast. Lunch may be Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing with Diced Chicken or Fettuccini Alfredo. Dinner may be BBQ Sauce with Pork Wrap or a Thick Crust Pizza, and your dessert or snack may be Honey Mustard Pretzel Sticks or a Mint Chocolate Crunch Bar on the Basic Plan.

Exercise

Exercise is promoted and you'll find online workouts with exercise descriptions as well as articles on fitness from experts like Leslie Sansone. You'll also have access to an exercise log that helps you track your progress and see the impact that normal every day activities can have.

Costs

The cost of the Nutrisystem Diet will vary depending on the plan you choose. If you have less than 10 pounds to lose you can order a 4 week one-time package that will cost around $350.00.

If you have more than 10 pounds to lose and choose auto-delivery - you can get the 28-day meal plan for around $300.00 per month. This does include your online access to the diet center and the array of tools to help you with your weight loss goal. Nutrisystem often runs specials with their program such as "Get Jumpstart" and 2 weeks of free meals. (Specials and prices are always subject to change).

With the meals you'll also have "possible additions" which means you can additional foods that you would need to purchase at your grocery. This could be light yogurt, fruits or vegetables.

Pros

- Proven track record for weight loss
- Convenience - very minimal meal preparation
- Clear instructions with an array of tools to help you lose weight and track your progress
- This plan is healthy
- Plenty of online support as well as phone support

Cons

- The Nutrisystem Diet foods do contain peanuts - if you're allergic to peanuts this won't work for you
- It's not structured for Vegans

Summary

With all of the healthy foods and utilizing "good carbs" and the Glycemic Index, this plan has a proven track record for weight loss success. It is convenient and does all the work for you.

To make the transition easier you can utilize the Nutrisystem Balance™ maintenance plan. This combines nutrition, increased exercise and physical activity and helps you develop core skills. You can use all grocery foods or you can combine grocery foods with Nutrisystem foods. You'll receive the 28 day meal planner and counseling as well as a guide to use the program, a guide for grocery shopping, traveling, portion control and dining out; a pedometer to track you fitness level and exclusive membership to the Healthy Lifestyle Discount Club.

Over the years, continued additions improved this program further to target and meet more specific needs for men and women. You'll find reviews for the following plans:

- Nutrisystem Advanced - Read the review here.
- Nutrisystem D - Read the diabetic review here.
- Nutrisystem Silver - Read the review here.
- Nutrisystem Vegetarian - Read the review here.