If you're looking for a program that does the planning for you, the the NutriSystem program, with its prepared foods may be the answer. If you're interested in learning more, read on to learn how to do the NutriSystem diet.

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• Meal planning and measuring are problems that cause some dieters to fall off the wagon. NutriSystem addresses that issue, by delivering prepackaged portions to your door. If you're considering NutriSystem, you'll want to learn about the program, order your food, and go shopping for the supplemental items you need to provide yourself.

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• The NutriSystem diet is a meal delivery service, where prepackaged diet foods are delivered once a month.

1. The diet is a low-glycemic program.
2. NutriSystem provides a breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack each day.
3. You supplement the prepackaged foods with fruits, vegetables and lowfat dairy.
4. The cost of approximately $350 a month can be reduced by utilizing auto-delivery.
5. The average dieter stays on the program for 10 weeks.

• NutriSystem has a number of assorted selections of "favorites" in different categories such as men, women, seniors, and vegetarians. You can also customize your delivery, selecting each of the 28 foods individually.

1. Food can be ordered by phone or online.
2. You can reduce the cost of the program by electing auto-delivery when you enroll. There's no penalty to cancel.
3. There are coupons available in newspapers, magazines, and online that will reduce the cost further.

• The program requires you to supplement the pre-packaged foods with fresh fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products. Foods that are permitted on the plan include:

1. Apples
2. Orange juice
3. Plums
4. Cherries
5. Broccoli
6. Carrots
7. Vegetable juice
8. Tomatoes
9. Zucchini
10. Watercress
11. Radishes
12. Hot peppers
13. Fat-free milk
14. Light yogurt
15. Low-fat cheese
16. Non-fat cottage cheese
17. Soy milk
18. Soy cheese

• If NutriSystem is right for you, you'll need to decide on your foods and go grocery shopping to stock up on the fresh foods required to supplement your delivery. Coupons and auto-delivery can be used to reduce the cost.

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