DIETS THAT WORK! The Biggest Loser- Bob Harper & Dolvett Quince

The Biggest Loser is a TV show that started in the United States in 2004, but is now a phenomenon in many countries around the world. The Biggest Loser Diet is currently rated #2 'Best Weight Loss Diet Plan for Weight Loss' by the U.S. News & World Report, 2012. Sharing the #2 title with Jenny Craig and Raw Food Diet. When a celebrity stands behind a weight loss program, it takes it to the next level getting more followers but somehow The Biggest Loser has managed to stay on top as one the best diet plans for weight loss without celebrity endorsements. U.S. Season 13 titled 'No Excuses', had an average of 6.44 million viewers through out the season.

The Biggest Loser challenges overweight people to get off their couches and get fit. The United States Season 13 Winner, 22 year old Jeremy Britt, (see him below) lost 199 pounds, amazing! He won the grand prize of $250,000. There was also an at home Biggest Loser winner from the contestants sent home. 38 year old Mike Messina who got kicked off the 2nd week won that $100,000 prize. The show which returns soon is televised on NBC, TV network on Tuesdays here in the U.S. There are currently no celebrities endorsing the program. The Biggest Loser diet plan is geared towards ordinary people, motivating those at the ranch in Calabasas, CA, as well as those watching at home. Contestants at the ranch are divided into teams based on how many trainers there are. This 'No Excuses' Season, had two trainers, and 10 pairs of Contestants. 


Contestants workout several hours every day, and also have to follow a set nutrition meal plan which they cook or prepare for themselves. They have 3 main meals and at least 2 snacks, and have to eat every 4 hours, about 1200 calories for women and 1800 calories for men daily. They do get one cheat day a week, where women can eat up to 2000 calories and men up to 3000 calories total.
There are weekly weigh-In's after which contestants get to send someone from the losing team home. The Biggest Loser program has resorts in Malibu, California  Ivins, Utah; and Niagara, Java Center, NY, where one can pay to stay, and be put to shape. The program also offers online support, workout DVDs, packaged meals and shakes that are sold in major groceries.

Jeremy Britt -199pound weight loss

Jeremy Britt before and after weight loss

THE BIGGEST LOSER HOSTS AND TRAINERS

Hosts: The current host of the U.S. version of the show is Alison Sweeney (see below). Former host Caroline Rhea left to pursue her acting career.



Current Trainers: Bob Harper, Jillian Michaels, & Dolvett Quince (see above). 

Past Trainers

• Anna Kournikova

• Cara Castronuova

• Brett Hoebel

• Kim Lyons

Bob Harper Diet Plan

Bob Harper is America's Inspirational Trainer from the TV show, 'The Biggest Loser.' He is a favorite with many of the contestants picking him as their first choice trainer. He has also had great success in his clients losing tons of weight.
He has launched diet pills that can help any one's weight loss endeavors. In his own words, Bob advices as follows; "My goal is to help people achieve results with products they can trust....My Smart Weight Loss Starter Kit is formulated to my highest personal standards. It is possible to take charge of your life and reach your weight-loss goal. I'm confident you can do it with the help of this powerful weight-loss starter kit."

Bob Harper's Products include:

• 7 Day Starter Kit
• 72 Veggie-Cap Smart Weight Loss pack.

They are suitable for both Men and Women over 18yrs of age. They are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan and Vegetarian friendly with Natural Pomegranate and Goji. The 7 Day Starter Kit includes; 28 day time Veggie-Caps and 14 night time Veggie-Caps. It also includes a Bonus DVD of Bob's Smart Weight Loss Guide. The regular Smart Weight Loss pack includes 72 Veggie-Caps. Bob promises that, with his "Smart Weight Loss Starter Kit, and regular pack, along with a healthy diet and exercise plan, you can reach your goals!" For best results use for 8-12 weeks in conjunction with a calorie-reduced diet and regular exercise program.

For more details on his weight loss products, checkout the Bob Harper diet go to
www.diets-fitness-weightloss-tips.blogspot.com/p/diet-pills-weight-loss-supplements.html

Jillian Michaels Diet Plan

She too was a favorite trainer on the show but her training methods were feared by many contestants. She has had great success in his clients losing tons of weight and now has her own TV show, 'Losing It With Jillian'.
 She has launched diet pills that can help any one's weight loss endeavors.
These products are marketed by personal trainer, Jillian Michaels formerly of 'The Biggest Loser' TV Program.

Jillian Michaels products include:

• Detox & Cleanse
• Fat Burner
• Cleanse & Burn
• Calorie Control
• QuickStart

For more details on her weight loss products, checkout the Jillian Michaels diet plan go to
www.diets-fitness-weightloss-tips.blogspot.com/p/diet-pills-weight-loss-supplements.html

My References: The Biggest Loser TV Show, website and purchased products.

Click to go to Biggest Loser website.

DIETS THAT WORK! Mariah Carey - Jenny Craig

Mariah Carey lost 30 pounds on Jenny Craig and got her pre-pregnancy body back. The songbird is looking great after gaining a whopping 70 pounds! Mariah Carey had gone through a lot the past year, 2011 when she had the publicized miscarriage. That probably contributed to her weight gain, and the when she finally did get pregnant with twins, she gained more weight and she actually says that it felt like she had gained about 9000 pounds. She felt very heavy. Mariah turned to Jenny Craig for her weight loss endeavours. She paired the diet plan with exercise and lost 30 pounds on the plan.

Nicole Sullivan says "It was the best call of her life." She lost 35 pounds in 16 weeks, and is still one of the brand's Ambassadors as she can be seen on the Jenny Craig website promoting the diet plan.

We see Jenny Craig TV Ads all the time, with slogans like; "Lose 20 pounds for $20. *Plus the cost of Food." Jenny Craig promises that you will drop up to 2 pounds a week.
So what does the weight loss Program involve? Jenny Craig was rated #2 Best Weight Loss Diet Plan for Weight Loss by the U.S. News & World Report, 2012. Sharing the #2 title with The Biggest Loser Diet and Raw Food Diet.


Jenny Craig is a very popular weight loss diet. Many Celebrities who have had success on this diet include;
• Mariah Carey (pictured below)- who has lost 30 pounds, is the current spokeswoman.
• Nicole Sullivan- lost 35 pounds in 16 weeks and is still one of the brand Ambassadors.
• Valerie Bertinelli- lost 50 pounds is still one of the brand's Ambassadors as she's seen on TV Ads.
• Carrie Fisher- lost 50 pounds, was the former spokeswoman before Mariah.
• Jason Alexander (pictured below)- lost - 30 pounds. One of few men to go on a weight loss plan.
• Sara Rue- lost 50 pounds.
• Kirstie Alley- lost 75 pounds was the spokeswoman for 3 years, but she gained the weight back.
• Queen Latifah- lost 20 pounds


Jenny Craig offers pre-packaged meals. There are 3 steps tailored to one's individual needs and lifestyle;

• FOOD- Portion Controlled Nutrition


• BODY- Gradual Activity Increase
• MIND- Education and Motivation

Jenny Craig also offers both one-on-one weekly coaching at designated locations, and also online support.

Mariah Carey Weight Loss

Mariah Carey Jenny Craig Weight Loss Before and After

Jason Alexander Weight Loss on Jenny Craig

 

Valerie Bertinelli Jenny Craig Weight Loss

DIETS THAT WORK! Janet Jackson - Nutrisystem

Janet Jackson is stunning! She debuted her amazing weight loss on a Nutrisystem TV commercial back in April of this year. The bright, 'Tangerine Red' dress she had on helped her make a statement; 'check me out!' The beautiful dress hugged her new found curves, emphasizing her slim waist. Her smile as seen in the photo below says, 'I made it!' Janet has done it again! I agree with the slogan on Nutrisystem's website; 'This is what success looks like!' referring to the 5'4" songstress who many are saying appears to have lost about 50 pounds. She looks great!
  
Janet has battled with her weight for years. Her yo yo dieting and ever changing body has been front page news, with tabloids having a field day with her photos. They've shown us her with flat board six pack abs, and also shown her balloon up to 180 pounds. Hopefully, this is it, but only time will tell if she manages to keep the weight off this time. 

As we wait to see if Janet holds on to her new, trim, sexy body, let the battle begin. What battle you ask? Janet vs Jennifer vs Mariah? Not really, I believe it's the battle of 3 major, popular diet and weight loss programs. The Big dogs in the diet world right now include:

1. Currently reigning in first place is Weight Watchers with Jennifer Hudson endorsing them with an amazing 80 plus pounds lost.

2. Jenny Craig program comes in second, endorsed by Mariah Carey who lost over 70 pounds after her twin pregnancy.


3. Nutrisystem is apparently not being left behind, as Janet has proved that the diet works. She has lost a ton of weight and looks hot! Critics are saying she's lost over 50 pounds. 

That's the battle brewing and I can't wait to see what TV and print ads these three Weight loss Giants put out next as they each fight for first place. 

Miss Jackson's also paired up with Nutrisystem to create an organization called 'Nutribank,' encouraging it's dieters that for every pound lost this year, 2012, the company will donate $1 worth of food to people in need through this new organization. What a great cause! For more info, go to www.nutribank.org

Marie Osmond is another celebrity who has had success with Nutrisystem. She lost 50 pounds and looks great! Marie still does TV ads for the diet plan.

Nutrisystem promises a weight loss of up to 2 pounds a week. It offers its buyers optimized nutrition broken down as follows:

• Low Glycemic
• SmartCarbs
• Protein Rich
• Power Fuels

The weight loss program offers a personalized, 28 day food plan where you can choose from a wide variety of foods, for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. These meals are packaged and delivered to you. They also offer online tools and community support. This diet plan encourages 10 minutes of activity, 3 times a day for better results.

Nutrisystem has three main plans;

1. Women's Plans 
2. Men's Plans
3. Diabetic Plans

For more info, go to www.nutrisystem.com

Weight related photos of Janet below. One at her heaviest weight of 180 pounds and the other of what she looks like now. 

Janet Jackson at her heaviest, 180 pounds

Janet Jackson's Nutrisystem Weight loss

DIETS THAT WORK! Jennifer Hudson - Weight Watchers

Academy Award winning actress and songstress Jennifer Hudson looks great! She lost over 80 pounds, going from a size 16, down to a size 6 using Weight Watchers. Miss Hudson is the current spokeswoman of the very popular diet plan. She loved the program so much that she opened up her own Weight Watchers Center in her hometown, in south side Chicago.
Jennifer cooks all her meals at home and also works out regularly. In her interview on Oprah, she said she encouraged 75 family members and friends to join Weight Watchers and together, they lost more than, 1935 pounds. Wow! Talk about inspiring!
Her TV ads endorsing the weight loss program have drawn in many dieters, making Weight Watchers the current number 1 diet plan in the U.S.

Weight Watchers was rated #1 Best Diet Plan for Weight Loss by the U.S. News & World Report, 2011 & 2012.

Weight Watchers has become even more popular, due to the many TV Ads aired as well as other celebrity endorsements. Other celebs who have successfully used this diet include;

• Jenny McCarthy- who lost 60 pounds and endorsed this diet in 2006.
• Sarah Ferguson (the Duchess of York)- who lost over 50 pounds and was the spokeswoman for 11 years.
• Tina Fey- who lost 30 pounds.

• Let's wait and see how Jessica Simpson does on the program as she just signed a deal with Weight Watchers to drop her baby weight, deal signed in May 2012.

Weight Watchers new PointsPlus Program is based on how your body processes food. It involves counting calories and assigning points to foods. There are 4 pillars that must be followed for success;
• Get Support • Eat Smarter• Move More • Helpful Habits


Weight Watchers offers both weekly meetings and online support. There is a charge for both services but it is well worth it.
Go to www.weightwatchers.com. 

Before and After weight loss photos of Jennifer below. Went from a size 16 down to a size 6.

Jennifer Hudson Weight Loss

DIETS THAT WORK! Celebrity Kim Kardashian

The tabloids are obsessed with celebrity Kim Kardashian and we all can't seem to get enough of her and for that reason I decided to feature her and give her blog-time. Men, you are allowed to drool!

She is a beauty to behold and her body is banging!!! There is no denying she's Hot!!! 

Her flat abs are the truth! She is not stick thin. She's got curves and a body to die for.
So how does she maintain her hot bod and keep her curves? 

She works out twice daily, and watches what she eats, no sugar, dairy or gluten foods in her diet.
She may also on occasion use the family endorsed, QuickTrim weight loss products. Kim is a busy lady. She is an American TV personality, actress, socialite and businesswoman but she makes time to keep fit.

Checkout some of her feature covers below.

Kim Kardashian flat abs

Kim Kardashian's body

Kim Kardashian hot body!

Kim Kardashian & Khloe Kardashian QuickTrim Products Ad