Weight Watchers
Weight Watchers Points System
The points system is considered by many as the easiest tool for a person who aims to lose weight over the long term. Dieters learn how to self monitor on a daily basis – thus making themselves accountable for themselves each day.
A simple way to calculate points is (Calories + (Fat x 4) – (Fiber x 10)) / 50
Portions of foods are assigned points. If a food is high in fiber and/or low in fat it is worth fewer points. The higher the fiber content, or the lower the fat content, the more of that food you can eat each day.
Dieters can either join a Weight Watchers program online or in person.
Typical points based on body weight
weight 150 lbs – points 18 to 23
weight 150 to 174 lbs – points 20 to 25
weight 175 to 199 lbs – points 22 to 27
weight 200 to 224 lbs – points 24 to 29
weight 225 to 249 lbs – points 26 to 31
weight 250 to 274 lbs – points 28 to 33
weight 275 to 299 lbs – points 29 to 34
weight 300 to 324 lbs – points 30 to 35
weight 325 to 349 lbs – points 31 to 36
weight >350 lbs – points 32 to 37
(source: medical news today)
MY COMMENT: Weight Watchers has been around since 1963 helping people successfully lose weight. Good article here that presents pros and cons of the points system.
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