Nutritional Research Vindicates Diet Programs Sep 7, 2008
A new scientific analysis, published today in BioMed Central's open access Nutrition Journal, provides comprehensive dietary data about Slim Fast, Atkins, Weight Watchers and Rosemary Conley's "Eat Yourself Slim" Diet & Fitness Plan ... Despite the fact that all of the diets apart from Atkins advise people to increase their fruit and vegetable intake, the authors found that the only dieters to do so were those on the Weight Watchers diet, and even they only had one more portion a day. (Science Daily)
How To Be A Healthier Single Sep 7, 2008
"You don't take as good a care of yourself when it's just you as when there's somebody else around," says Karen Miller-Kovach, a registered dietitian and chief scientific officer for Weight Watchers International (nyse: - - ). "I don't think that many people with a spouse and family will pull out a bag of Doritos and say, 'Here's dinner,' whereas if you're single, after a long day, you might.". (Forbes)
Walking the Walk, Tightening the Belt Sep 7, 2008
FOOD WHERE IT S NEEDED When David P. Kirchhoff, chief executive of Weight Watchers International, was making some of his rounds of local operations late last year, he was impressed with something one of his group leaders in Seattle was doing to motivate customers to lose weight ... For the six-week period from Sunday through Oct. 18, Weight Watchers says it will donate the cost of one pound of food for every pound of weight lost by its members to two hunger-fighting groups, Share Our Strength... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Best ways to shed extra flab, revealed Sep 5, 2008
Forget starving and gruelling gym sessions, just follow the Atkins diet or the calorie-counting 'Weight Watchers' plan and do away with love handles, says a new study. A study of four popular weight loss plans showed that dieters lost an average of 11 pounds over two months by following the Atkins plan, while the calorie-counting 'Weight Watchers' method helped people shed more than 10 pou 00004000 nds. (India Times, India)
How To Look And Feel Your Best All Year Long Sep 5, 2008
"To help everyone achieve their healthy living goals, we're offering five simple cooking tips and 20 easy to make and great tasting recipes that are zero to three Weight Watchers Points(R)*." ... Weight Watchers Points(R)*: 0 ... Weight Watchers Points(R)*: 0. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
People Get Their Nutrients on Diet Plans Sep 5, 2008
LONDON (Reuters) - People on the Slim Fast Plan, Weight Watchers Pure Points Program and two other popular diets get enough nutrients even though they are eating less, researchers reported on Wednesday ... They found that all four diets led to weight loss but that only people on the Weight Watchers plan boosted the amount of fruit and vegetables they ate even when the plans advised them to do so. (MEDLINEplus)
Atkins: A diet you can trust? Sep 4, 2008
A study in Australia this week found that the Atkins diet is, along with Weight Watchers, the most successful of all time; slimmers lose on average 11 pounds in two months on the carbohydrate-free diet. The diet, created by Dr Robert Atkins, was first popular in the Seventies and then enjoyed a revival in the early Noughties when an army of skinny Hollywood stars including Jennifer Aniston and Rene Zellweger attributed their weight loss to a protein-only diet. (Independent)
Virgin Blue shifts gear to Sydney Sep 2, 2008
com Get a sexy new look for your holiday with Weight Watchers Online. Feedback. (NEWS.com.au)
Senior Notes (Aug. 28) Aug 27, 2008
Please call Sherry at the Needham Senior Center regarding the cost of joining Weight Watchers, at 781-455-7555, ext. 205. (Needham Tab, MA)
Alabama to place 'fat tax' on obese state employees Aug 26, 2008
Alabama state officials say they will offer programs, such as Weight Watchers and YMCA discounts, to help the employees get in shape and avoid the penalty. But health experts aren't so sure a punitive approach is the best way to lower healthcare costs. (Los Angeles Times)
PATT MORRISON: Live conventions -- so last century Aug 26, 2008
In just the first-day schedule for both Democratic and Republican conventions, I counted so many breakfasts, brunches, lunches, receptions and dinners that Weight Watchers should be a sponsor. Viewer participation. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
As Seen On Streetside San Diego With Lorrie Jordan Aug 25, 2008
Weight Watchers has some easy tips to keep off Holiday Pounds ... Holiday Eating Tips from Weight Watchers. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Lompoc mayoral candidates answer your questions Aug 24, 2008
Work Experience: Family Resources Coordinator, 1998-2005, city of Lompoc; Associated Students, Associate Director, 1986 1997, UCSB; Santa Barbara Business College, La Belle Modeling School t Agency, and Weight Watchers, Inc., 1977 1986 ... My business experience includes management positions with Santa Barbara Business College, La Belle Modeling Agency and Weight Watchers. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Heinz Tastes Big Profits Aug 22, 2008
T he Pittsburgh-based maker of Heinz ketchup, Weight Watchers products and Ore-Ida potato products is benefiting from consumers pulling back their spending at restaurants and instead eating at home. That's not to say Heinz is slacking internationally--in Europe, sales jumped 19. (Forbes -- Markets)
Heinz Gains, Hormel Hurts on High Costs in Quarter Aug 22, 2008
2 percent across all its product lines, including Heinz Ketchup, Weight Watchers Smart Ones products and Ore-Ida potatoes, to try to keep profits strong. Jeffrey M. Ettinger, chief executive of Austin, Minn. (ABC News -- Wire)
Heinz Ketchup Cleans Up Aug 22, 2008
H.J. Heinz Co., one of the world's largest food producers, said its first-quarter profits rose 11 percent on strong sales of ketchup, Weight Watchers meals and Ore-Ida potatoes ... For the three months ending July 30, the Pittsburgh-based maker of Heinz Ketchup, Weight Watchers products and Ore-Ida potatoes said it earned $229 million, or 72 cents per share. (ABC News -- Business)
Fixed-rate mortgages decrease slightly Aug 22, 2008
2 percent across all its product lines, including Heinz Ketchup, Weight Watchers Smart Ones products and Ore-Ida potatoes, to try to keep profits strong. Hormel earned $51. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Beyond Barbecue: The Summer Tapas Trend Aug 21, 2008
These can be made on Weight Watchers Whole Wheat Pita Bread with tomato sauce, sprinkled with low fat Mozzarella cheese and topped with a variety of vegetables including mushrooms, broccoli and onion ... Weight Watchers yogurts, for example, come in a variety of indulgent flavors including amaretto cheesecake, Boston cream pie and cherry cheesecake, so guests can choose their favorite for a cool summer treat ... Another option is to serve is Weight Watchers chocolate candies including the new... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Heinz 1Q profit rises 11 percent Aug 21, 2008
For the three months ending July 30, the Pittsburgh-based maker of Heinz Ketchup, Weight Watchers products and Ore-Ida potatoes said it earned $229 million, or 72 cents per share. That compares with a year-ago profit of $205. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Cody Schweinefus captures 50th annual Tournament of Champions, joins list of multiple winners Aug 20, 2008
Publication Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Click image to enlarge. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Weight watchers Aug 20, 2008
Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Towns along picturesque Route 206 may finally have come up with a way to combat big interstate 18-wheelers that are plying their narrow roads: Hit 'em in the wallet. (NJ.com -- Times)
Dieters on a roll Aug 19, 2008
By Bridie Byrne 19th August 2008 11:05:54 AM Winners Werribee Mercy Hospital held a morning tea with Weight Watchers last week and staff members, including Kim Eastmure, have lost 1000 kilograms across all Mercy sites ... I have always been overweight and I had been successful with Weight Watchers before, she said. (Werribee, Hoppers Crossing Star)
Greencore Says Full-Year Earnings Will Meet Estimates After Prices Raised Aug 19, 2008
Greencore, which makes meals under brands such as Weight Watchers, said in June that a former manager at its mineral- water division deliberately hid costs, causing the shares to slump 15 percent. The company said at the time that operating profit would be reduced by 4 million euros in 2006 and 8 million euros in 2007 as a result, and that the current year's operating profit will be 9 million euros less than forecast. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Billionaire investor Peltz says Heinz is back on track Aug 14, 2008
Heinz is also the maker of Ore-Ida frozen potatoes, Plasmon baby food, Classico sauces and a line of Weight Watchers products. The stock price, riding a 10-year high, closed Wednesday at $51. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Editor's Notebook: The Internet might kill me yet Aug 14, 2008
There are specialized sites for people looking for support groups, such as Faces of MS () for people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and their caregivers, and Weight Watchers () which offers support for just about anyone who is trying to maintain a healthy weight. Then there are those like WebMD (). (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
If you can't eat healthy, then eat healthier at the Iowa State Fair Aug 14, 2008
" Iowa Heart Center health professionals will be on hand throughout the fair with more tips on healthy eating, including a Weight Watchers Points list for 38 fair food favorites. Of course, if you have an immediate concern about your heart condition, don't wait. The cardiac experts at Iowa Heart Center recommend that you contact your primary care physician for a check-up right away. Iowa Heart Center's top 10 healthy fair food tips * Forego the cave-man-size turkey leg for a turkey tenderloin:... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
The ABCs of a Healthy BBQ Aug 12, 2008
Whether it's camping and preparing food over an open fire, or cooking from the barbeque on the deck, Weight Watchers offers tips to use the grill for every element of a healthy meal from salads to dessert. Seared Salads: Take a break from ordinary lettuce, and substitute it with those favorite vegetables, such as asparagus, squash or red peppers. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Claire Monroe of Henry County sheds 32 pounds Aug 12, 2008
She says following a Weight Watchers plan helped her to lose weight while lving a normal life ... Personal life: Monroe works part-time as a Weight Watchers meeting leader and freelance television reporter ... "I joined Weight Watchers because it seemed credible. I learned very quickly that when I followed the plan, I lost weight. It worked and continues to work because I live a normal life: I eat meals at home, in restaurants, and at other people's houses; I don't have to deprive myself to stay... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Saturday Night Game Plan: Calling Audibles Aug 11, 2008
Portis, who saw very limited preseason action in 2207for that matter, he was as scarce at training camp practices as Rosie ODonnell is at Weight Watchers meetingswill play against the Bills. The appearance is likely to be brief. (WarpathInsiders.com)
Treating High Cholesterol Aug 7, 2008
The Weight Watchers program is also effective for those willing to make a serious lifestyle change, Blumenthal said. Foods high in saturated fat and sugar, such as fried and processed foods, red meat and desserts, should be avoided. (Fox News)
Marilu Barron, 38: From 146 pounds to 119 pounds Aug 6, 2008
"We have been living in Georgia for four years and I have been married for 13 years. We have two children and a dog." She is a full-time mother and leader for Weight Watchers ... Diet plan: "I finally decided to join Weight Watchers," she says ... "But with Weight Watchers' meetings, I always find good advice to deal with it.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
UConn Health Care Center Has Five Suitors Aug 5, 2008
She had tried Weight Watchers and Jenny Craig programs more than once, but had no long-term success. Recent Columns. (FOX61, CT)
Real Estate Roundup: Canadian tech firm leases office space in Salem Aug 5, 2008
The center is anchored by a grocery store and count Weight Watchers, Subway, Papa Murphy's Pizza and Great Clips among its tenants. Of note. (The Business Journal of Portland, OR)
Tara Thai to open restaurant in Hyattsville Aug 5, 2008
Tara Thai is the fifth business to commit, with other tenants to include Busboys and Poets, Weight Watchers, Woodmont Dry Cleaners and Hyatts Market. We think the combination of Busboys and Poets and Tara Thai will bring a unique local flavor to Prince George s County that hasn t been to this part of the county in the past, said Aakash Thakkar, vice president of development at EYA.. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Maureen Dowd: Mr. Darcy comes courting Aug 3, 2008
In The Wall Street Journal, Amy Chozick wrote that Hillary supporters - who loved their heroine's admission that she was on Weight Watchers - were put off by Obama's svelte, zero-body-fat figure. "He needs to put some meat on his bones," said Diana Koenig, a 42-year-old Texas housewife. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Obama Too Fit to Be President? Aug 1, 2008
Clinton has said she tried Weight Watchers to keep the pounds off during her presidential bid -- a tidbit that appealed to her core of middle-age female supporters that Sen. Obama is now trying to woo. (The Drudge Report)
The Skinny on Diet Plans Aug 1, 2008
In fact, Weight Watchers' () in-person approach is the key to the program's success, says Platkin ... Weight Watchers' points system also helps educate dieters on portion control, says Hattner. (SmartMoney)
When Howard Met Oprah Jul 29, 2008
Heck, for the cost of Sirius/XM, you could binge and diet at the same time with a purchase of both Burger King () and Weight Watchers (). To make up for such a lofty valuation on an unprofitable company, I'd want for Sirius/XM to produce astounding sales growth the kind that suggests today's losses are merely clearing a path for the rich profits that are just a couple of years off. (SmartMoney)
Sweat it out Jul 26, 2008
"Weight Watchers doesn't have anything on us -- we sweat 10 pounds out during a service," says the Rev. Jamie Evans, pastor of First Presbyterian Church in downtown Fresno. And the clergy members didn't hold back revealing some little tricks they resort to. (Fresno Bee)
Product placement taking its toll on TV Jul 26, 2008
Weight Watchers ice cream bar when I realized it was time (thanks to my shiny Fossil watch) to start typing my TV column on my Hewlett-Packer desktop (which I got at a low-low price). As I pondered my next topic, I sipped on a refreshing mug of Twinnings tea (love the antioxidants) and twiddled my hair between my fingers (its so soft now that I use Finesse). (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Should cigarette tax be hiked in Georgia? Jul 25, 2008
As soon as you slap an extra 50 cent tax on a Big Mac with roughly 550 calories in it, along with all the other similar fattening foods both from restaurants and grocery stores to cover all the costs of Diabetes, hip replacements, knee replacements, heart attacks, high cholesterol, stomach stapling, Weight Watchers memberships, damaged furniture - you get the picture - then more taxes on tobacco might seem somewhat acceptable. But not until then. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Bring media days to ATL Jul 25, 2008
Are you sure it wasnt t Weight Watchers who put the subpoena on UT Coach Phat Fulmer. Agreed move the Media Day to Atlanta maybe we can then end the drought on Lake Lanier with Coach Urban Renewal s tears. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
HEALTH BLOG: Mental health news and notes Jul 23, 2008
For years, Weight Watchers has distributed food diaries to members so they can write down everything they eat. Now a new study of 1,685 people, average weight 212 pounds, demonstrates how effective that tool is for weight loss, my colleague Nanci Hellmich. (USA Today -- Money)
Students Explore Diets Jul 23, 2008
Dieting programs such as The Atkins Diet, Weight Watchers, LA Weight Loss and the South Beach diet help people to lose a goal weight through different ways. Dieters may cut down on carbohydrates, "points," or portions while on these sometimes called "fad" diets. (The Daily Universe, UT)
This Allergy Season, Stay Alert to Drowsy Driving Dangers Jul 22, 2008
Publication Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2008. Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 12:00 AM CDT (ARA) - Summer is fast approaching, bringing sunshine, vacation days and trips to the beach. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Manero's to run new WPB library cafe Jul 22, 2008
"I'm on Weight Watchers but I saved all my points for this," Mayor Lois Frankel announced, as a table of pastries, salads, quiches and super-stacked sandwiches was placed on the spot where zoning disputes are more often debated ... "And now I'm going to go home and pray for forgiveness for deviating from my Weight Watchers," the mayor announced. (The Palm Beach Post)
Investors get in line to recover their funds from Valley lender Jul 20, 2008
"I am not the average investor," said Gerald Appell, co-owner of the Arizona Weight Watchers franchise, who is 73 and has homes in Phoenix and Lake Tahoe. "I never looked into it any further than the top layer of the onion. They (Mortgages Ltd.) kept every promise they made until the end.". (AZCentral -- News)
Make Mushrooms Your Pick of the Season Jul 19, 2008
To promote the nutritional benefits of fresh produce this back-to-school season, Weight Watchers continues Pick of the Season, a public health initiative spotlighting seasonal fruit and vegetables, with recipes this quarter for mushrooms, a produce selection so versatile it can add flare to any every day meal ... These recipes reflect the food values inherent to the Weight Watchers philosophy that eating should be satisfying as well as healthy ... In fact, learning and sharing innovative ideas... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Sandellas restaurants to make Houston debut Jul 18, 2008
Sandella s is trans-fat free and listed in the Weight Watchers Points Guide. This is Sandella s first move into Houston. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Restaurants putting calorie content on their menus Jul 18, 2008
" That s why the founder of Zen Japanese Food, Adam Weisberg, has done what few other restaurants have. We got all of our recipes tested from an outside company to prove which meals were Heart Smart approved, and that was based on sodium, cholesterol, saturated fats, fats, calorie counts, he said. In addition to putting calories on the menu, Zen also worked with Earls to produce dairy-free, wheat-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, and even Weight Watchers menus. But getting this kind of information... (KHOU.com, TX)
Senior Spirit Jul 18, 2008
Weight Watchers: Free registration is currently open. Meetings are Thursdays at 6:15 p.m., with a 5:45 p.m. weigh-in. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
CNN Fit Nation Tour Uses Exergames to Raise Profile of Obesity Epidemic Jul 18, 2008
The other National Participants are the American Diabetes Association, the Mayo Clinic, and Weight Watchers. Source: XerGames Technology Inc.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bring the campfire inside with low-fat s'mores brownies Jul 15, 2008
Per serving: 260 calories (percent of calories from fat, 32), 5 grams protein, 39 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, 9 grams fat (3 grams saturated), 27 milligrams cholesterol, 182 milligrams sodium, 1 gram omega-3 fatty acid, 1 gram omega-6 fatty acid, 6 Weight Watchers points. S'more Brownies 16 servings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Booking business Jul 15, 2008
Heidi Krupp, CEO of in New York, has worked with all kinds in her travels promoting authors and brands, ranging from well-known names such as Jean Chatzky of "Today" and "Oprah" fame to brands such as Weight Watchers. "We don't look at the book as just the book," she said. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Mark and Jay Kruger are half the men they used to be Jul 14, 2008
DARTMOUTH - Since being eliminated from NBC's "The Biggest Loser: Couples" in April, Mark and Jay Kruger, brothers from Southeastern Massachusetts who nearly walked off with the top prize of $250,000, have heard from weight watchers, fitness freaks, and reality-show junkies, among others. Both have coped with temptation and celebrity, too, sometimes simultaneously, while struggling to make permanent diet and lifestyle changes adopted during their 15-week run on "Loser." While the taste of fame... (Boston Globe)
How To Look And Feel Your Best All Summer Long Jul 14, 2008
"To help everyone achieve their healthy living goals, we're offering five simple cooking tips and 20 easy to make and great tasting recipes that are zero to three Weight Watchers Points(R)*." ... Weight Watchers Points(R)*: 0 ... Weight Watchers Points(R)*: 0. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Beyond Barbecue: The Summer Tapas Trend Jul 14, 2008
These can be made on Weight Watchers Whole Wheat Pita Bread with tomato sauce, sprinkled with low fat Mozzarella cheese and topped with a variety of vegetables including mushrooms, broccoli and onion ... Weight Watchers yogurts, for example, come in a variety of indulgent flavors including amaretto cheesecake, Boston cream pie and cherry cheesecake, so guests can choose their favorite for a cool summer treat ... Another option is to serve is Weight Watchers chocolate candies including the new... (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Senior Notes (July 10) Jul 8, 2008
Please call Sherry at the Needham Senior Center regarding the cost of joining Weight Watchers, at 781-455-7555, ext. 205. (Needham Tab, MA)
The ABCs of a Healthy BBQ Jul 8, 2008
Whether it's camping and preparing food over an open fire, or cooking from the barbeque on the deck, Weight Watchers offers tips to use the grill for every element of a healthy meal from salads to dessert. Seared Salads: Take a break from ordinary lettuce, and substitute it with those favorite vegetables, such as asparagus, squash or red peppers. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Weight Watchers Vs. Fitness Centers Jul 6, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 5, 2008) In the first study of its kind, using sophisticated methods to measure body composition, the nationally known commercial weight loss program, Weight Watchers, was compared to gym membership programs to find out which method wins in the game of good health ... Participants who attended Weight Watchers for 12 weeks lost an average of 5 percent of their body weight, or about nine pounds ... Most of the Weight Watchers participants stuck with the program during the... (Science Daily)
Will Web tool catch on at the grocery store? Jul 2, 2008
By joining Zeer communities such as Weight Watchers and Snackfood Lovers, she can get recommendations for products she has never heard of and shake up her routine. "It's an automatic filter and community of people who have the same needs as you - for me, that's hugely valuable," Lawson said. (Boston Globe)
Giving employees incentive to get fit Jul 2, 2008
After spending some time in the Weight Watchers program, Lynda Street started seeing results ... It launched its Weight Watchers program for employees in October 2006, and in the time since, two dozen participants have lost more than 800 pounds ... She was one of the original Weight Watchers members at MC.. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts in the United States 2008 Jul 2, 2008
Weight Watchers International Inc.. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Campbell Soup: Getting Better Jul 1, 2008
Campbell's soup sales were also pressured by General Mills' Progresso soup brand, which promoted a line of "light" soups endorsed by Weight Watchers International. On Thursday, Campbell's board declared a quarterly dividend of 22 cents, payable to shareholders of record on July 7. (Forbes)
Cleveland Clinic pairs with Weight Watchers Jul 1, 2008
The clinic plans to announce Monday that it will offer Weight Watchers programs at no cost to any employee enrolled in an in-house health plan that covers more than 27,000 of its 37,000 employees ... We are excited by this collaboration with Cleveland Clinic, a world-renowned health care institution and leader in health and wellness education, said David Kirchhoff, president and chief executive officer of Weight Watchers International ... Weight Watchers International provides weight... (MSNBC -- Health)
