Weight Watchers Remains Top Doctor-Recommended Weight Loss Plan

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Weight Watchers has regained popularity as a practical, evidence-based weight loss program recommended by doctors. The program emphasizes behavior change, nutrition education, and long-term lifestyle shifts, making it suitable for those managing chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease. With tiered solutions to fit different needs, Weight Watchers offers a structured approach to weight loss that aims for steady progress over extreme or unsustainable measures.

Why it matters

Maintaining a healthy weight is associated with lower risks of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. For the millions of Americans managing or at risk of these chronic conditions, a doctor-recommended program like Weight Watchers that focuses on sustainable lifestyle changes can be particularly beneficial.

The details

Weight Watchers has been shown to be more effective for weight loss than self-initiated programs, especially among those with prediabetes, with greater improvements in glucose control. The program now offers tiered solutions, including Core for a proven program that fits into daily life, Core+ for unlimited coaching and support for those taking GLP-1 medications, and Med+ which integrates GLP-1 prescriptions and comprehensive guidance.

• Weight Watchers has been around for over 200 years.
• The program's resurgence in popularity has occurred in recent years.