How to Order Diet Foods
For the million of Americans who find themselves on the road to weight loss, the plethora of companies offering home delivery of premeasured, prepackaged meals can be a valuable aid, but you need to know what to look for and how to choose the right plan for you.
Things You'll Need
- List of food delivery companies
- Foods to choose from
- Food plans to choose from
- Credit or debit card
Instructions
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How to Order Diet Foods
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Speak with your doctor. Tell him the companies you are considering ordering from, and ask him who he would suggest and which one he feels offer the safest plans to follow.
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Compare companies. The diet industry is chock-full of companies promising the best prices and healthiest meal plans. Once your doctor has given his opinion, compare information from two or three companies. Look over their meal plans and compare prices. For an added measure of security, read customer reviews about the company you are choosing.
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Determine your calorie goals. Before you choose your food, determine the number of calories you need to consume for weight loss to take place. To do this, multiply your current weight by 12; this is the approximate number of calories you need to consume daily to lose 1 to 2 lbs. per week.
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Pick your food. In some cases, you can form your own menu with foods you like and dislike. The company will package your meals according to your list. This ensures that you will receive the food you like and still lose weight in the process, as long as you stick to the eating plan. The meals and meal packages from reputable companies are prepared by licensed dieticians who ensure that you are receiving the proper amount of vitamins and minerals in your meals.
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Use the same company. Once you have chosen your company, be sure to stick with its food plan. Some promote weight loss using the glycemic food index, while others use calorie counting and assigning points to their food items; once you have reached a certain number of points, you are finished eating for the day. Beginning your weight loss campaign with one system and switching part way through may damage your weight loss efforts rather than help them.
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Choose your plan. Some companies have a variety of plans to choose from, all tailored to meet different needs. For example, some have plans geared toward diabetics, seniors, men and women. Some offer flexible eating plans; five days on with two days off.
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Choose your payment method. Be prepared to pay up-front for your order. Most companies accept the major credit cards. Many will also accept debit cards that are linked to your bank account as long as they carry the Visa or Mastercard logo.
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