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The WeightWatchers diet, or point-to-point diet
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1. A few words about Jean Nidetch, author of the WeightWatchers diet
WeightWatchers is a weight loss program developed in 1963 by Jean Nidetch. The author suffered from obesity and described herself as an overweight housewife obsessed with cookies. She tried many different diets, but none of them worked. In 1961, she went to an obesity treatment clinic, where she was instructed not to skip meals, eat a lot of vegetables, fruits and fish, and 2 glasses of skim milk and 2 chromium bread per day.2. That's what a bodyguard's diet is all about
Because the point guard diet, also known as the point guardian diet, aims to reduce body weight by introducing a negative calorie balance. To achieve this, of course, a point-counting system is used to calculate points assigned to specific products based on protein, fat, and carbohydrate content. For each person who enters the program, an individual number of points is assigned for use during the day. In addition, there is a special app where recipes and lists of products are provided with a negative caloric balance. The diet also assumes that you can eat anything as long as there is an active energy deficit.3. Does the WW diet really work?
Weight Watchers diet promoters approach weight loss rationally and emphasize the importance of serving size and food choices, as well as promoting slow weight loss (optimal 0.31 kg per week). According to a U.S. News report, the WeightWatchers diet ranks 8th among all diets and 1st among weight reduction and nutrition programs. Studies show that following the WW diet for 12 weeks is associated with greater weight loss than other diets.4. The health effects of the WeightWatchers diet
The WW diet promotes high intake of products with antioxidant potential, i.e. the ability to neutralize free radicals molecules, the excess amount of which accounts for inflammation in the body. Such products include avocado, vegetables and strawberry seeds. This leads to a reduced risk, e.g. cardiovascular disorders and cancers (B. Sears 2015). Thanks to this, dieters also show that the diet can be an ideal source of weight loss for people with diabetes mellitus and other types of diabetes, by using the appropriate dietary allowances. In addition, in the United States, the National Diabetic Diabetes Federation (NDAF) has shown a significant reduction in the number of dietary fat and weight loss products, such as dietary supplements and dietary supplementation, as well as a reduction of the risk of blood sugar levels.5. Dangers and drawbacks
There are no specific hazards or adverse consequences of using the WeightWatchers diet. However, it is not recommended for people under 18 years of age and people who are currently or have been affected by eating disorders, as the introduction of a new diet may impair their well-being. The WW diet contributes to the spread of a widespread dietary culture and an excessive focus on appearance and number of calories, so there are reports of possible adverse mental health consequences as well.6. The WeightWatchers diet is easy to maintain
According to U.S. News, the WeightWatchers diet ranks 8th among the easiest to follow diets, which is pretty good. Although each person is assigned a certain number of points per day, it's more important to consume them over the course of a week, so you can afford a little flexibility. Another issue that determines whether the diet will be sustainable is the level of hunger felt during its use.7. Summary
The WeightWatchers diet is a very popular way of eating in the United States, but it is not very well known in Poland. The app is only available in English, which can be difficult for some users from other parts of the world.
