F.A.Q

• How safe is your program?

Safety is guaranteed with every personalized plan, as we recommend only the healthiest of the 12,000 items on supermarket shelves. We do not sponsor our own line of food, and weight-loss drugs are NOT a part of the program.

• Can I make meal substitutions?

If there is a meal that you would prefer not to eat, you may substitute another meal from what you have been given. Remember that you also need to adjust your shopping list. If you are on the convenience or combination diet and you dislike a certain frozen entree or an entree is not available in you area, you may substitute an entree of your choice that contains approximately 350 calories, less than 8 grams of fat, less than 2 grams of saturated fat, and less than 500 mg. of sodium.
What if I can't find a particular meal in my supermarket?
If you cannot find a particular meal, substitute another meal from a different day or week.

• Can I change my plan?

Yes, you can change your plan by selecting the "Change My Plan" option on the left navigation menu. It's fast and easy!

• How much water should I drink?

You need to drink about 16 ounces of water between breakfast and lunch, another 16 ounces between lunch and dinner, and 16 additional ounces before your snack. You can add lemon or lime if you desire. Coffee, tea or any other unsweetened beverage may also be consumed throughout the day.

• What about tofu?

Tofu is a curd made from soy milk, not unlike the way cottage cheese is made from milk, then pressed together. It takes on the flavor of the food it mixes with, and alone is basically tasteless. Research studies have shown that soy protein helps lower cholesterol, particularly bad LDL cholesterol. Studies are underway to see if soy can help fight cancer, keep your bones healthy, and even reduce hot flashes in menopausal women. Soy also contains phytochemicals, which are disease fighting substances believed to fight against cancer and heart disease. We therefore recommend that you give it a try!

• What if I don't want alcoholic beverages?

Alcoholic beverages are taken into consideration ONLY IF you have indicated that you consume them. The meal plan will be adjusted to include what you have indicated up to a maximum of 2 alcoholic beverages per day.
Can I skip meals?
DO NOT SKIP MEALS! Skipping meals, or even skipping foods in a meal can drop your metabolic rate. In fact, it would be beneficial to save some of the foods in a meal for a snack between meals.

• What goes in a salad?

A salad is at least 2 cups of your choice of salad greens, 1 carrot, 1 stalk of celery and 1 tomato. You may add a salad or any vegetables to any meal if you would like.
Note: One cup of raw vegetables or ½ cup of cooked vegetables can be substituted for a salad.
How many calories are on my plan?
Your own individual personalized plan is based on your unique energy needs. There are no standard calorie levels given to all.

• How many people are on your program?

During the past three consecutive quarters through 2002 to 2015, approximately 300,000 people have enjoyed the benefits of a virtual dietitian that creates customized plans, daily checklists, weekly updated grocery lists and provides both on and offline support, and over 10 million subscribers receive our free bi-weekly health and diet newsletter.