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Weight watchers new program

Cheezit — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 15:49:46 GMT

any reviews?

Re: Weight watchers new program

Jordan2 — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 16:26:34 GMT

@Cheezit wrote:
any reviews?i

I'm a Lifetime WW member and got the new program right after Thanksgiving. I'll be honest, I haven't gotten on board with the program yet because of the holidays. I have heard some people love it and some do not. I can tell you that most of the foods I enjoyed eating have all gone up in points by 2 or more. They are stressing eating protein, fruits, and vegetables. I'm finding that my "treats" have gone up so much they are not worth the points. I feel like I'm being punished and deprived. Everyone needs a small treat, it gives you something to look forward to in a day that was maybe busy or bad. My meeting is on Friday and I'm going to really give it a try. I lost all my weight on a previous program so if I really hate it I will go back to it.

Re: Weight watchers new program

SahmIam — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 16:47:03 GMT

You either love it or hate it, is what I'm seeing, hearing and reading (I'm a member). To me, it's no big deal; don't eat sweets or things high in saturated fat and DO eat protein, vegis, fruit and healthy grains (in moderation).

To me, the huge jump in points for things with sugar and saturated fat was common sense- we KNOW these items should rarely be consumed because they offer no nutritional value. No doctor has ever said "Oh yes, DO consume lots of sugar and processed food. Lots of fast food is good for you".

You CAN still have a TREAT.... a TREAT which means once in a while. Do it daily if you wish but you may have to give up more food than you realize. Is that a nutritionally sound decision? No, but it is your choice and the point of the new program is show you this.

Weight loss and gain is a choice. Always was, always will be. I'm down 200 pounds with another 100 plus to go... I KNOW it's all about choices.

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Vivian — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 16:48:35 GMT

I'm a Lifetime WW member so I can choose the program that worked best for me. In my case, that's the original Points Program. I will say that the new program reflects the latest that is known about good nutrition and weight loss. This means that most fruits and vegetables carry no points at all. Lean meats and fish have gone down in points values. What's gone up? Empty calories. Those white flour, high saturated fat, high sugar goodies are not off limits but when you want something like that, you'll "pay" many points against your daily total and/or weekly extra points. For years, WW said it wasn't a diet but rather a healthy lifetime commitment. Of course the latter is true but let's face it, we've known for a long time that eating a proper diet, accompanied by a sensible exercise program tailored to the needs of the individual, is the so-called secret to losing weight.

Re: Weight watchers new program

wagirl — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 16:52:46 GMT

@SahmIam wrote:
You either love it or hate it, is what I'm seeing, hearing and reading (I'm a member). To me, it's no big deal; don't eat sweets or things high in saturated fat and DO eat protein, vegis, fruit and healthy grains (in moderation).

To me, the huge jump in points for things with sugar and saturated fat was common sense- we KNOW these items should rarely be consumed because they offer no nutritional value. No doctor has ever said "Oh yes, DO consume lots of sugar and processed food. Lots of fast food is good for you".

You CAN still have a TREAT.... a TREAT which means once in a while. Do it daily if you wish but you may have to give up more food than you realize. Is that a nutritionally sound decision? No, but it is your choice and the point of the new program is show you this.

Weight loss and gain is a choice. Always was, always will be. I'm down 200 pounds with another 100 plus to go... I KNOW it's all about choices.

Congrats on your AMAZING weight loss!!! I am truly impressed with your attitude and stick to it ness altho I am sure it hasn't been easy!!!! I bet you feel great and look even better!!!! Bravo!!!!!!

Re: Weight watchers new program

Tantallum — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 19:16:13 GMT

I have been in and out of WW for 5 year and I really like the new program.

Much more focused to clean eating (less sugar and saturated fats). People who do not like it are upset that sugary things have gone up in points, but there is a reason for that. Previous poster said it best that treats are not meant for every day, they are a TREAT, so you have them once in awhile. Sure, it would be great if we could easily lose weight when eating treats daily but that is just too good to be true.

However, not really liking the new website. Seems like there is much less on it. Either that or things are way harder to find. (like recipes, articles, etc)

Re: Weight watchers new program

Hooty — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 19:21:23 GMT

@Vivian, I agree with the "original" points system method, never really understood the "free" fruits & veggies!

I have been back & forth with WW for years, I think the best program that works for me, is just basically counting calories, based on a 1200 calorie intake a day!

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Lipstickdiva — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 19:34:32 GMT

I rejoined over the weekend but on-line and honestly, I'm ready to call and cancel and ask for a refund until they can get the website/app in better working order. It's a nightmare and it's my understanding there are many people having fits over it.

I can't say I have a handle on the program because the app and website are so useless, I really don't know what I'm even doing.

I also am a Lifetime WW member and my favorite plan is the 123 Success.

Re: Weight watchers new program

mima — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 14:13:54 GMT

I love the new program. I lost 5.6 pounds in December. Not great, but hey we had Christmas and New Years. Way better than gaining.

Fruits and veggies do have calories. WW takes into account you will be eating them when they map out the point system. If you overdo, you might not lose. You have to use common sense when eating them. For instance, I only allow myself one banana a day, but I can have pretty much as much as I want of the other fruits and veggies and still lose.

The ones not happy with the new plan are the ones that like the sweets. I love sweets but I find if I don't eat any sweets I don't crave them.

The points in lean meats went down. Yay! Protein is what makes you full and you can have a lot of it.

I find that with the new program, you can eat a LOT if you don't eat the sweets.

As long as I'm not hungry, I'm happy.

Oh, one more thing...I love potatoes and they aren't really high in points which is a good thing in my book! I had a 7 1/5 ounce baked potato the other night and I think it was only 5 points.

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hopi — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 23:38:01 GMT

So far a bit disapoinnted. As said earlier the site and app is a bit of a mess.

Oprah has the world at her fingertips and she can't keep the weight off. It's a wakeup call. If Oz, Phil or Rachel become a part of this, I quit.

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conlt — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 00:43:59 GMT

Well I have been on Weight Watchers since Septmeber and am down 22 pounds. I did not think I liked the new system, but it is ok. I wear a fitbit and the points add up fast so I can still have my weight watchers ice cream or creme cake. I am used to it now, at first I hated it.

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Quinny — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 03:26:25 GMT

I have a friend who has been on and off weight watchers for over 30 years. She always loses 20-25 pounds, gets off of the weight watchers and gains it all back plus a few. I asked her WHY she keeps going back and she says everytime she goes back, she thinks it just might be the time she succeeds.

The weight watchers is a crutch for her, particularly with the new 'prepared for you" meals. She has no idea about healthy eating habits, weight watchers does it for her and she doesn't have to think about it. I feel sorry for her and have asked her to go see a nutritionist, find out the facts about weight loss, moderate exercise and the proper way to eat (posture, portions, places). This would help her to be more accountable to herself and not some weekly weigh-in.

When I saw the first Oprah "drama-mercial", I thought that would send anyone running and screaming from weight watchers. She is the most famous loser and gainer in the world, she has paid ridiculous sums of money for personal chefs and trainers, was the queen of cabbage soup and is now a spokesperson for weight watchers?!?! Put your trust in yourself.

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Wildapple — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 14:53:58 GMT

Oprah is not just a spokesperson. She invested 10 million in WW. She has a vested interest in its success.

Why not use a free tool like My Fitness Pal for instance?

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Quinny — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:58:36 GMT

10 million is a drop in the bucket for Ms. O.

I do agree with with you on Fitness Pal, it's a great tool!

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Lipstickdiva — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 21:43:38 GMT

I've never paid attention to or been the least bit interested in the spokesperson for a line. The product/plan is either going to work for me or it's not.

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RainyDayGal — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 22:16:10 GMT

I have tried just about all of the WW programs over the years. I get bore so easy! Points doesn't seem to work for me because you can have anything. I think it's kind of dangerous to have it open-ended like that. It's like, "Sure eat all cake and bad foods, just don't go over the point".

The one that worked the absolute best for me was the Fat & Fit (?) - where you counted fat grams.

That being said, what really works for me, but it's hard to get in the right mindset, is high protein/low-no carb. Once you get into it it's easy, and you can cheat sometimes and still do well. It's not for everyone though. It's pretty disciplined.

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mima — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 23:32:51 GMT

@conlt wrote:
Well I have been on Weight Watchers since Septmeber and am down 22 pounds. I did not think I liked the new system, but it is ok. I wear a fitbit and the points add up fast so I can still have my weight watchers ice cream or creme cake. I am used to it now, at first I hated it.

Are you eating both weekly points and fitpoints? Are you still losing? Are you eating all your fitpoints? Just totally curious. Thanks!

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mima — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 23:38:10 GMT

@RedConvertibleGirl wrote:
I have tried just about all of the WW programs over the years. I get bore so easy! Points doesn't seem to work for me because you can have anything. I think it's kind of dangerous to have it open-ended like that. It's like, "Sure eat all cake and bad foods, just don't go over the point".

The one that worked the absolute best for me was the Fat & Fit (?) - where you counted fat grams.

That being said, what really works for me, but it's hard to get in the right mindset, is high protein/low-no carb. Once you get into it it's easy, and you can cheat sometimes and still do well. It's not for everyone though. It's pretty disciplined.

You can not eat all the cake you want now. You would run out of points real fast!

It is much more healthy than the previous point versions.

It is mostly protein, fruits and veggies if you want a lot to eat. You can eat carbs in moderation.

Re: Weight watchers new program

Day1128 — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 22:59:40 GMT

The new site is not nearly as user friendly as the previous site. There seems to be a lot more layers to click through to get to the info you want. Also, the points have really gone up on some items. Last year a Starbucks non-fat grande caramel macchiato was 4 points. I checked today and it is 9 points! Yikes.

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Campion — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 00:54:08 GMT

I did WW years ago and did lose weight. (1-2-3) Subsequent programs and very good adherence to points--no weight loss (Hashimotos will do that.) If I didn't learn about portions and foods, however, I'd be huge, so I'm not complaining. WW taught me how to watch what I eat. I think the free fruit was a mistake: in our day (80's) fruit had points. I try to eat low sugar fruits (apples vs grapes, fewer bananas, grapefruit instead of OJ)

The new new program has promise: yes, caramel macciato has a LOT of sugar. If I have an occasional (and I mean rare) Starbucks tall latte, I ask for half the syrup and it's still almost too sweet. Tons of sugar. I think it really does require nine points, seriously.

I haven't rejoined as I heard about the website issues. They need to fix that before I spend good money.