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The November issue of Marie Claire, a hip women’s health and fashion mag, has just hit newsstands this week. In a health-related article titled, “Slim Pickings: Weighing Your Options,” Cynthia Sass, MPH, R.D., gives readers the lowdown on different weight loss programs and books that are now available.

In case you aren’t a Marie Claire subscriber, below is what Sass had to say about Vtrim:

THE PLAN Developed by researchers at the University of Vermont, Vtrim is a six-month, interactive online weight-loss program. It includes weekly chat sessions with 20 fellow dieters, tip posting, and round-the-clock access to exercise and nutrition experts (who give feedback on your progress journals).
THE COST $695 for 24 weeks
THE PROS “This plan is very comprehensive, and it provides a degree of anonymity for people who are self-conscious about starting the weight –loss process. It’s also a good alternative for people who may not have a nutritionist or health-food store nearby.”
THE CONS It’s a big monetary and time commitment. The average weight loss is 24 pounds-a pound a week-so if you’re looking for fast results, this isn’t your best option. That said, the gradual process makes it easier to maintain the results in the long term.

Sass is right – Vtrim is more than just a self-help weight loss website. It is a structured, interactive way to motivate yourself to lose weight and encourage others to shed pounds and get healthier too.  Isn’t that worth the time and money commitment?   We know from experience that it pays off in both categories.  As discussed in our last blog post, Putting a Price Tag on Obesity, the benefits of leading a healthy lifestyle may take time, but the long term results – like lowering disease risk and saving money on healthcare – make it a worthwhile investment. While others are searching for the next quick-fix diet plan, Vtrimmers are getting their money’s worth by continuing to practice what they learned through hard work and dedication that was fostered through 6 months of working with us.

All of us at Vtrim were thrilled to be featured in this article. We can’t wait to meet our next successful Vtrimmer who found us through Marie Claire!

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