Male or female, identifying the best plan to help you lose weight, meets your needs and that you can commit to can be challenging, especially when there are so many options out there with question marks around whether or not they are actually effective and safe. We tapped one of our regular fitness and wellness contributors, Michael Smith, to help explain why Jenny Craig works for men who want to lose weight and share the proof to back it up.
When you hear of “Jenny Craig,” you may think of a long-standing, proven weight loss program, but the name may also mislead you to think that it has a female-only focus and clientele. Not true. In fact, Jenny Craig is an effective program for both men and women alike, as U.S. News & World Report, who publishes annual “Best Diets” rankings, named it as also geared toward men.1 Scientific research also supports the effectiveness of the Jenny Craig program.2 If you’re a guy trying to figure out which weight loss plan will work best for you, you may be surprised to learn about the delicious food, easy-to-follow diet plan and support that Jenny Craig offers. Read on as we discuss why Jenny Craig is one of the best programs to promote weight loss for men.
Easy to Follow
Jenny Craig provides expertly prepared, easy-to-follow meal plans. No need to track calories or measure and weigh your food. All you need to do is stick to the program outlined by your personal consultant. It’s simple, straightforward, and takes the guesswork out of the equation.
No Meal Prep Required
If you’re like most guys, you probably have a lot going on, with little time to do it. Between juggling work, a family and a social life, it can be tough to find the time to meal prep. With Jenny Craig's weight loss meal delivery program, you don’t have to spend all your free time in the kitchen, as the program offers over 100 ready-made, nutritionally-balanced and delicious chef-crafted meals. So there’s no need to worry about slicing, dicing and cooking for hours. All you need to do is add a side of your favorite vegetables to the meal and let Jenny Craig handle the heavy lifting, which lets you have those hours back to read a book, catch up with your family or meet a friend for basketball after work.
Enjoy Your Favorite Foods and Eat Six Times a Day
Men, you don’t have to give up your favorite foods or go hungry to reduce stubborn belly fat or achieve your weight loss goals. achieve your weight loss goals. Jenny Craig includes a wide range of satisfying food options, including cheeseburgers, pizza, desserts, and much more. Not only can you enjoy a variety of your favorite foods in healthy servings, but you’ll also eat six times a day to help keep your energy levels up and your stomach from growling.
Your Very Own Personal Consultant
Just like a personal trainer or coach, your consultant is there to guide and motivate you, provide helpful weight loss tips for men, answer any questions that might come up, and keep you moving in the right direction so you can work towards achieving your goals.
Interested in meeting your weight loss coach? Book your free appointment to get started!
Learn Healthy Habits
The Jenny Craig program provides you with essential weight management skills that are designed to help you learn how to keep the weight off. You’ll receive expert tips on portion control, physical activity, and creative ways to dial up the healthy options in your everyday life.
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Sources:
[1] https://health.usnews.com/best-diet/articles/2012/02/10/6-diets-for-men
[2] https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/186793
Reviewed by Briana Rodriquez, RDN
Briana is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Personal Trainer for Jenny Craig, based in Carlsbad, California. She is passionate about utilizing food as functional and preventative medicine. Guided by a simplistic and optimistic approach, Briana’s philosophy is to help people improve their health and achieve their goals through the development of sustainable habits to live a healthy life. In her free time, you can find her strength training, indoor cycling, coffee tasting, and at local eateries with her husband and two dogs.
Favorite healthy snack: peanut butter with celery alongside a grapefruit-flavored sparkling water (so refreshing!)
QuoteThis article is written by experienced health and lifestyle contributors and fact-checked by Briana Rodriquez, RDN, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Jenny Craig.
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