The Jenny Craig Weight-Loss Program

Unit 6 Critical Thinking Exercises
1. The Jenny Craig weight-loss program is a food based program that focuses on connecting with a consultant, designing a menu of Jenny Craig food products, and reaching goals and managing new weight. It emphasizes meetings to track progress and motivate individuals. The program is designed to provide structure and support to ensure that the plan is adaptable and easy to follow. The program is customizable and is available through several convenient channels allowing flexibility for different foodways and lifestyles. The program provides variety through its many different food choices and is adaptable for each individual. The programs allows three Jenny Craig meals and one Jenny Craig snack every day, supplemented
with vegetables, fruits, reduced-fat milk products and healthy fats. The program's consultants teach people how to transition off Jenny Craig, so they can manage their weight on their own.
2. The program requires monthly fees of $19, plus the cost of food. It is required to purchase three meals and one snack per day seven days per week of Jenny foods to guarantee success. Consultations and meetings are a part of the membership, but are not mandatory.
3. The Jenny Craig program emphasizes safety and weight maintenance. The program includes structured, nutritionally-balanced menus, physical activity and behavioral counseling. The plan allows for three prepared meals and one snack per day, that are nutritionally-balanced and reduced-calorie, along with added vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean meats, unsaturated fats, and nonfat milk products. The menus are a model for balance, variety and moderation that facilitate individuals to learn healthy eating habits. Developed by Registered Dietitians, the menus are consistent with the Dietary Guidelines and the Dietary Reference Intakes. Weight loss menus are individualized and designed to result in an average weekly weight loss of 1-2 pounds or 1% of current weight.
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One case history I learned about was Nichole’s story. She found comfort in food when times were difficult. One day she was looking at pictures and realized she had let herself go and was ready to make a change. She joined Jenny Craig and lost 45 pounds. She said that Jenny Craig’s consultants truly motivated her, and she liked how personal the program is designed and executed. The second case history I read was about Sloane’s experience. She was unable to play with her children, so she decided to join Jenny Craig. She lost 60 pounds. She was motivated by her son, who ran with her everyday. She was also supported by her consultant. She truly believes that having a one-on-one relationship with her consultant and the structure of the food program contributed to her success. She is now more happy, has more energy, and is able to enjoy playing with her children. The two case histories I investigated sound authentic, they truly capture everyday challenges. It seems that their weight loss was achieved sensibly. Nichole stated that she not once deprived or starved herself. Sloane stated that the Jenny's Cuisine was delicious and the structured plan taught her what a healthy menu and portion looks like. The testimonies do not present many facts, but rather personal stories, challenges, and opinions. However, I still believe this program would be effective and safe. I would consider the membership in this organization, because it offers a dedicated support system and structure through the meal plans to help achieve personal
goals.