Choosing a Weight Loss Program

• What percentage of people actually complete the program?
  
  
• What is the average weight loss among dieters who finish the program?
  
  
• What are problems or possible side effects of the program?
  
  
• What are the or additional fees and costs associated with the diet program?

• Does the program provide counseling? Will they help you change your eating activity, and personal habits?
  You should focus on how to change eating habits and lifestyle factors permanently.
  
  
• Are there qualified health professionals associated with the program?
  You should always be evaluated by a physician prior to beginning any kind of a program.
  
  
• What kind of attention id paid to keeping the weight off?
  You should choose a program that teaches skills and techniques to make permanent changes.
  
  
• Make sure that the diet food choices are flexible and suitable.