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I joined WW for the first time in 1985. Back then, it was all focused on food exchanges. You could have 6-8 protein exchanges (about 1 ounce each), 3 fruits, 2 milks, 2 fat, unlimited veggies and 2 -3 breads. I did fantastic on it. Then they cut the protein some and increased the breads a little and I didn't do as well. When they went to the points system, I totally blew it all the time. I would happily eat 29 points in chocolate and eat nothing else...lol. I would play those games. It's not good to eat that way. From what I've heard about the current program, it's leaning more toward exchanges again, which I think is good. I needed that structure.
All that said, since I can barely eat any fruits or veggies, I'm doing better with an Atkins like program. My biggest issue is that I get bored though.
For those considering WW, find out of your health insurance will cover it. My HMO will cover a 12 week WW program for a $25 co-pay. Great deal! You have to lose a certain amount for them to continue to cover it, so they won't just pay indefinitely for multiple 12 week cycles unless you're making progress.
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