Turned down by Jenny Craig: anyone else?
I wanted to start on a weight loss program because I had gained more than a few pounds in the past few months and after looking at all the options we decided (Andreina and I) to join Jenny Craig. We went to our first meeting last Thursday and found out that my doctor had to sign off on paperwork for me to join because of the insulin I was taking or something to do with my diabetes (??).
Today I got a call from the person we met with last week saying that their medical review board (or something like that) had decided I couldn't be accepted. She wasn't really clear about the reasons, but I was wondering if this is a unique case or they simply don't accept people with diabetes?
Today I got a call from the person we met with last week saying that their medical review board (or something like that) had decided I couldn't be accepted. She wasn't really clear about the reasons, but I was wondering if this is a unique case or they simply don't accept people with diabetes?
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Permalink Reply by Allison Blass on
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Weight Watchers has the same rule. I just don't tell them! What they don't know can't hurt them.... But WW is much more self-determined than Jenny Craig I think. It's probably just liability lawsuits. They don't want to get in trouble if you have a seizure while following their meal plans. I would try WW, it's easier to manipulate.
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Permalink Reply by Maureen on -
I've never heard of that rule for WW. I wonder if it's different depending on the country?
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Permalink Reply by Jacquie on -
I'd do Weight Watchers, too. I've done the online version, and you don't have to answer to a soul. Plus, you eat regular, everyday food, so it's easier to count carbohydrates.
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Permalink Reply by Khürt Williams on -
As an Indian vegetarian, my wife found the Weight Watcher guidelines and information useless. Her local support group provide no support. They basically ignored her.
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Permalink Reply by MelissaBL on -
Have you seen that in writing? Because that is not their current policy.
I did WW from April 08 to May 09 and was very open about my Type 1ness when I signed up. I went to the weekly meetings, bought their snack foods, talked about it with my group leader, etc. The only thing any of the ladies at the center ever said to me regarding Type 1 was that they had no specific instructions for tailoring it to my specific needs.
This is what I found on their site regarding diabetes. And what their stipulations are for enrollment.
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Permalink Reply by Gerri on -
A CYA policy, hmmm. Interesting since their dietary guidelines are the ADA's, so you'd think they'd be covered.
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Permalink Reply by 1HappyDiabetic on -
Wow, what a let down. I had no idea these programs had guidline for Diabetics. You would think this would be a population that needs these programs just like everyone else.
What do you plan to do?
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Permalink Reply by Manny Hernandez on -
Well, until I read Allison's reply above, we were planning on going to WW... now I am wondering... :|
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Wait, I recommend going on Weight Watchers... I mean, they still have the rule, but you just don't tell them. I think that rule is with every program.
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Permalink Reply by Manny Hernandez on
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I will. Earlier replies in this topic pointed me in this direction:
http://www.weightwatchers.com/help/index.aspx?pageid=1028491
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Permalink Reply by Dori S on -
Manny, why don't you look into the bodybugg program from apex fitness. I have tried Nutrisystem and Jenny Craig before and while you lose weight on their system most people do not keep it off. The BodyBugg program actually teaches you about the nutrition and caloric intake and expenditures to help you keep the weight off. It's also great for keeping track of carbs!
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