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OPEN ONLY TO LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND WHO ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE OR THE AGE OF MAJORITY IN THEIR STATE OF RESIDENCE, WHICHEVER IS GREATER, AS OF THE DATE OF ENTRY. VOID ELSEWHERE AND WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.

1. ELIGIBILITY:
Open only to individuals who are legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, 18 years of age or older or the age of majority in their state of residence, whichever is greater. The following individuals are not eligible: employees, contractors, directors and officers of H. J. Heinz Company, L. P. ("Sponsor"), Promotion Execution Partners, Ferrara & Company, Emanate, Kick Apps, Promotion Fulfillment Partners, LLC, and each of their respective parent, subsidiaries and affiliated companies, distributors, web design, advertising, and fulfillment agencies and other individuals and entities involved in the administration, development, fulfillment and execution of this Contest (collectively, "Sponsor & Others"), and the immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling and spouse or "step" of each) and those living in the same households of each.

2. BRIEF OVERVIEW OF PROMOTION:
The Weight Watchers® Smart Ones® “Share Your Story Contest” (“Contest”) starts on 7/15/09 at 6:00 P.M. ET and ends on 4/30/10 at 11:59:59 P.M. ET (“Contest Entry Period”). All entries (“Submissions”) must be uploaded to www.eatyourbest.com/community (“Contest Website”) no later than 4/30/10 at 11:59:59 P.M. ET. Please be aware that your copy, photos and videos may be publicly displayed on the Contest Website. To participate in the Contest, a community member (“Member”) as defined below must submit a blog post on the Contest Website, which may include photos, videos and copy up to 300 words in length, in which the member shares their weight loss story according to the instructions and judging criteria stated in these Official Rules. (Be sure to carefully read these Official Rules as you will be bound by them.) The twelve (12) Submissions selected by the panel of Contest judges may be posted on the Contest Website for public view. Twelve (12) Winners will receive a Flip Video Camcorder. Additionally, each Winner’s weight loss story may be featured on eatyourbest.com as a “Featured Member”.

3. TO ENTER:
To enter, a Member must go to www.eatyourbest.com/community during the Contest Entry Period, and follow the instructions to register, post his/her Submission, and click on the “Share Your Story” link. Submissions must be received no later than 4/30/10 at 11:59:59 P.M. ET or the member’s submission will not be entered into the Contest. Before uploading a Submission, each member must indicate his/her agreement that s/he has read, understands and agrees to be bound by these Official Rules. Remember: Once a Submission has been posted, it may not be changed or edited. Be sure to save your Contest Submission in its original format after uploading it to the Contest Website. Submissions become the property of Sponsor and will not be returned. Limit of one (1) entry per person/e-mail address. Multiple entrants are not permitted to share the same e-mail address. Any attempt by any entrant to obtain more than the stated number of entries by using multiple/different e-mail addresses, identities, registrations and logins, or any other methods will void that entrant's entries and that entrant will be disqualified.

4. REPRESENTATIONS & WARRANTIES AS CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:
Submitter by registering and uploading a Submission, represents and warrants that: (A) s/he has the legal capacity to enter this Contest; (B) the Submission has not been entered in or won previous contests or awards; and (C) the Submission has not been published or distributed previously in any media. Additionally, each Submitter represents and warrants that the member owns all rights and title to the Submission and all the Submission Elements. Submitter further represents and warrants that the member has obtained permission from each person whose name, image, likeness or voice ("Likeness") is included in the Submission, and that such person(s) have granted Submitter all necessary rights to use the person's Likeness as described in these rules, and that Submitter can and will make written copies of such permissions available to the Sponsor upon request. By uploading a Submission, a Submitter, irrevocably grants Sponsor and its affiliates, legal representatives, assigns, agents and licensees, the unconditional, unlimited and perpetual right and permission to reproduce, encode, store, copy, transmit, publish, post, broadcast, display, publicly perform, adapt, exhibit and/or otherwise use or reuse the Submitter's Submission and Submission Elements, including, but not limited to, the recording and the performances contained therein (in each case, as submitted or as edited/modified in any way by the Sponsor, in its sole discretion), as well as to use (or not use) Submitter's and the Family Members’ names, likenesses, photographs, and/or statements ("Bio Information") in this Contest in any and all media without limitation, worldwide and throughout perpetuity, without additional compensation, notice to, or approval from Submitter, or any other party. Each Submitter understands and agrees that although it has granted Sponsor to use its Submission as stated hereinabove, Sponsor, in its sole discretion, may elect not to so use any said Submission. EACH SUBMITTER REPRESENTS, UNDERSTANDS AND ACKNOWLEDGES THAT A SUBMITTER WILL NOT BE PAID FOR OR RECEIVE ANY FORM OF COMPENSATION OR ROYALTY OTHER THAN POTENTIALLY THE PRIZES STATED HEREIN IN EXCHANGE FOR GRANTING SPONSOR THESE RIGHTS OR FOR ANY SUBSEQUENT USE OF SUCH SUBMISSION BY SPONSOR. Each Submitter waives all intellectual property rights, privacy/publicity rights or other legal or moral rights that might limit or preclude Sponsor’s use of the respective Submission and agrees not to sue or assert any claim against Sponsor & Others arising out of or connected to the use of the Submission or Bio Information. Each Submitter further agrees to indemnify and hold Sponsor & Others harmless from any and all claims, damages, expenses, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) and liabilities (including settlements), brought or asserted by any third party against any of them due to or arising out of the respective Submission, or the Submitter's conduct in creating a Submission or other actions in connection with this Contest, including but not limited to claims for trademark infringement, copyright infringement; violation of an individual's right of publicity or right of privacy; or defamation. Each Submitter further agrees to release and hold harmless Sponsor & Others from any and all claims that any advertising subsequently produced, presented, and/or prepared by or on behalf of Sponsor infringes Submitter's rights with regard to any Submission Elements, contained in the Submission. Although all Submissions will be reviewed by Sponsor before being judged, posted or published; the posting or publication of a Submission does not mean the Submission has been deemed to be in compliance with these Official Rules. Submissions that do not comply with these Official Rules or that otherwise contain prohibited or inappropriate content as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion will be disqualified and, if posted on any websites related to this Contest, removed there from.

5. CONTENT REQUIREMENTS AND SUBMISSION FORMAT:
(A) Creative Objective: The creative objective of the Submission is to create a Submission that will deliver the weight loss story of our community members, and motive other members to share their stories. (B) Content Requirements: The Submission must be a minimum of fifty (50) words and a maximum of one hundred fifty (300) words in length, including any tags, and must be primarily in English. Submission may not contain or refer to any food or beverage brands other than Weight Watchers® Smart Ones®. All Submission Elements used must be either (i) entirely original, or (ii) be in the public domain. Use of any elements, including without limitation music, audio, speech/voiceovers, video, stills, visuals, or other materials that are not original, in the public domain, or downloaded from the Web Site may result in disqualification of Submission, in Sponsor's sole discretion. A Submission must not contain, mention, refer or otherwise allude to the name or logo of any retailer, manufacturer, brand, product, person, company or character nor may it contain, mention, refer or otherwise allude to any obscene, lewd, violent, illegal, offensive, disparaging or inappropriate words, abbreviations, language, signs, products, symbols, political, personal and/or religious references or statements, (including but not limited to words or symbols that are widely considered offensive to individuals of a certain race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or socioeconomic group; must not promote alcohol, illegal drugs or tobacco (or the use of any of the foregoing); or in any way reflect negatively upon the Sponsor as determined by the Sponsor in its sole discretion. All Submissions will be reviewed before being posted or judged; however, despite a Submitter’s receipt of an email from Sponsor confirming acceptance of his/her Submission, posting of a Submission does not mean the Submission has been deemed to be in compliance with these Rules. Submissions that do not comply with these Official Rules or that otherwise contain prohibited or inappropriate content as determined by the Sponsor in its sole discretion at anytime during the Promotion Period, will be disqualified and will not be considered for a Prize. (C) Technical Requirements: The maximum file size for any Submission to be uploaded to the Contest Website is 100 MB, and must be provided in one of the following file formats: .flv, .avi, .mov, .mpg, wmv, .asf, .mpeg, .mp4, or .3gp.

6. SELECTION OF WINNERS:
Judging will commence as Submissions are received and will be completed on or around the fifteenth of each month beginning August 15, 2009 and ending May 15, 2010, at which time the highest scoring entry received as of that time will be declared the winning entry for that judging period. Two winning entries will be selected in the months of (June & July 2010). Non-winning entries from one month will be eligible to win in subsequent months, but will not be re-judged each month. Submissions will be judged by a panel of qualified judges (“Contest Judges”) comprised of Sponsor’s employees. The Contest Judges will employ the following criteria in evaluating and rating the Submissions: (i) Originality – 25%; (ii) Overall appeal – 25%; (iii) Likelihood to motivate people to use lose weight/start a healthier lifestyle -25%; and Use of key messaging – 25%. The twelve (12) Submissions that are selected based on the above criteria will be designated as the Twelve Winning Submissions. In the event of a tie in any month, the tie will be broken based on the highest score received for Criterion (i) Originality, and continuing thereafter to each other Criterion above in order, as needed to break the tie. If a tie still remains, the tied Submissions will be evaluated and ranked by a Contest Judge not previously involved in the judging. Potential Grand Prize Winners will be notified by email, phone, and/or courier within approximately five (5) business days of each drawing. The Submitters of the potential Top Twelve winners will be required to irrevocably assign and transfer to Sponsor any and all rights, title and interest in their respective Submission, including, without limitation, all copyrights, and agree to waive all moral rights in that Submission. The Submitters of the Top Twelve Winning Submissions will be required to complete, sign and return an Affidavit of Eligibility, Liability Release, Copyright Assignment and, where lawful, a Publicity Release and return these properly signed documents to Sponsor in the pre-paid, pre-addressed mailer provided to Submitter within 5 days of date notice was sent or their potential winning status will be forfeited and an alternate winner may be selected. Notification of Winners status must be kept confidential until their Submissions are publicly revealed by Sponsor. All Top twelve winners are subject to verification, including without limitation, verification of eligibility, compliance with these Official Rules and completion of all required documents (described below). Additionally, the potential Winners agree that Sponsor may conduct a confidential background check as described in Rule 7 below. Entrants agree that the Sponsor has the sole right to decide all matters and disputes arising from this Contest and that all decisions of Sponsor are final and binding.

7. PRIZES: GRAND PRIZE (12):
Twelve (12) Winners will receive a flip video camera (Approximate Retail Value: $250.00). TOTAL ARV OF ALL PRIZES: $3,000. Prizes may not be redeemed for cash and they are neither transferable nor substitutable, except at the sole discretion of the Sponsor. The potential Winners may also be required to sign additional documents, as deemed necessary by Sponsor in its sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right to require a potential Winner to submit to a confidential background check to confirm eligibility as a condition of awarding the Prize to help ensure that the use of any such person in advertising or publicity for the Contest will not bring Sponsor & Others into public disrepute, contempt, scandal or ridicule or reflect unfavorably on the Contest as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion. All Prizes will be awarded provided that, in Sponsor’s good faith judgment and sole determination, there are a sufficient number of eligible and suitable Submissions. LIMIT: Only one (1) Prize per Family will be awarded.

8. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY/RELEASE/ INTERNET:
No liability or responsibility is assumed by Sponsor or Contest Parties resulting from any user's participation in or attempt to participate in the Contest or ability or inability to upload or download any information in connection with participating in the Contest. No responsibility or liability is assumed by the Sponsor or Contest Parties for technical problems or technical malfunction arising in connection with any of the following occurrences which may affect the operation of the Contest: hardware or software errors; faulty computer, telephone, cable, satellite, network, electronic, wireless or Internet connectivity or other online communication problems; errors or limitations of any Internet service providers, servers, hosts or providers; garbled, jumbled or faulty data transmissions; failure of any e-mail transmissions to be sent or received; lost, late, delayed or intercepted e-mail transmissions; inaccessibility of the Contest Website in whole or in part for any reason; traffic congestion on the Internet or the Contest Website; unauthorized human or non-human intervention of the operation of the Contest, including without limitation, unauthorized tampering, hacking, theft, virus, bugs, worms; or destruction of any aspect of the Contest, or loss, miscount, misdirection, inaccessibility or unavailability of an email account used in connection with the Contest. Sponsor & Others are not responsible for any typographical errors in the announcement of Prizes or these Official Rules, or any inaccurate or incorrect data contained in the Contest Website. The use of any robotic, automatic, macro, programmed, third party or like methods in this Contest are prohibited and the use or attempted use of such will void any attempted participation effected by such methods, may result in the cancellation, termination, or modification of the Contest and the disqualification of the individual utilizing the same. CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE ANY WEBSITE OR UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE PROMOTION IS A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS. SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES OR OTHER REMEDIES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON (S) RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ATTEMPT TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. Use of the Contest Website is at user's own risk. Sponsor & Others are not responsible for any personal injury or property damage or losses of any kind which may be sustained to user's or any other person's computer equipment resulting from participation in the Contest, use of the Contest Website or the download of any information from the Contest Website. By participating in the Contest, the Submitter releases Sponsor & Others from any and all claims, damages or liabilities arising from or relating to participation in the Contest. By accepting a prize in the Contest, Winners agree that Sponsor & Others shall not be liable for any loss or injury resulting from participation in the Contest, or acceptance or use of any prize. Sponsor & Others are not liable in the event that any portion of the Contest is cancelled due to weather, fire, strike, acts of war or terrorism, or any other condition beyond their control (a "Force Majeure Event"). As stated above, a Submitter shall be regarded as the official representative acting on behalf of his/her Family and Family Members, is authorized to accept the Prize on behalf of the Family and Family Members, and will be the arbiter of any disputes between and/or among Family Members relating to a Submission or participation in this Contest. Sponsor & Others are not liable for any disputes between a Submitter and his/her respective Family or among Family Members as relates to a Submission or participation in this Contest. If for any reason the Contest is not capable of running as planned, including without limitation, infection by computer viruses, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures, or any other causes which corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of the Contest, Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion to cancel, modify or terminate the Contest and proceed in a manner it deems fair and reasonable, including the selection of winners from among eligible Submissions received prior to such cancellation, modification or termination. Further, Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual deemed to be (a) tampering or attempting to tamper with the entry, judging or voting process or the operation of the Contest; (b) violating the Official Rules; or (c) acting in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner, or with intent to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other person.

9. PRIVACY POLICY:
Any personally identifiable information collected during an entrant's participation in this Promotion will be collected by Sponsor and used by Sponsor, its affiliates, agents and marketers for purposes of the proper administration and fulfillment of the Promotion as described in these Official Rules and in accordance with Sponsor's Privacy Policy as such is stated at www.heinz.com/privacy.aspx.

10. PUBLICITY RIGHTS:
By accepting a Prize, Prize Winners agree to allow Sponsor and/or Sponsor's designee the perpetual right to use their name, biographical information, photos and/or likeness, and statements for promotion, trade, commercial, advertising and publicity purposes, at any time or times, in all media now known or hereafter discovered, worldwide, including but not limited to on the World Wide Web and Internet, without notice, review or approval and without additional compensation except where prohibited by law.

11. GENERAL:
By entering this Contest, participants agree to abide by and accept these Official Rules. Participants waive any right to claim ambiguity in these Official Rules. In no event will more Prizes be awarded than are stated in these Official Rules. In the event that due to technical, mechanical or other errors, there are more potential Prize Winners than are stated in these Official Rules, a random drawing among the claimants will be held to determine the Game Prize Winners. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. In the event of a dispute as to the identity of a winner based on an email address, the winning entry will be declared made by the authorized account holder of the email address submitted at time of entry. "Authorized account holder" is defined as the natural person who is assigned to an email address by an Internet access provider, on-line service provider or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning email addresses for the domain associated with the submitted email address. The interpretation of these Official Rules shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Any and all disputes will be resolved individually, without resort to class action, in the appropriate courts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania exclusively, and subject to the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Should there be a conflict between the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and any other laws, the conflict will be resolved in favor of the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. All federal, state, and local laws apply. Void in PR and where prohibited by law.

12. WINNERS LIST:
For a list of the Grand Prize Winners, visit www.eatyourbest.com/community, by 5/30/10.

These Weight Watchers Smart Ones “Share Your Story Contest” Rules may not be re-printed or republished in whole or in part without the prior written consent of H.J. Heinz Company, L.P.

Sponsor: H. J. Heinz Company, L.P. 357 6th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ©2009

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Happy Friday
- From: bridge92
- Description:
  
  Good morning and Happy Friday!
  Sorry for the silence yesterday. But, got a little tied up and couldn't get on here to send out my usual daily blog. But, I am back today! This will probably be my last blog for a few days. I'll be busy next week with travel and Thanksgiving plans. So, look for me again on next Friday! We'll have a lot to catch up on by then for sure.
  So, next week is the big week.....Thanksgiving Day celebrations begin! So, read all my blogs that gave you some good tips on what to do during those holiday celebrations. At the end of this blog, I'll list them again for you. Just be prepared and you'll do fine. Don't let anyone or any food sabatoge your progress....it is not worth it. Just keep that in mind and you'll be fine. I am telling myself the same thing too. Also, check out my Turkey Day Recipe blog and get some great ideas on what to bring or serve at the celebrations. Remember, this holiday is about family, friends and sharing, so a lot of food does not have to be the main attraction.   Keep the bigger picture in mind.
  Here are the reminder tips:
  • Have a game plan in mind before you go. Enjoy a light snack or meal at least 30 minutes before arriving to the dinner. You won’t be hungry and it will keep you in control. If you can, ask what will be served and then offer to bring something along. Bringing a dish will give assurance there will be at least one healthy offering as well as show the host or hostess your thoughtfulness.
  
  • Scan then choose. Before anything hits your plate, look at what is presented, then decide. Go for veggie platters, steamed or roasted vegetables, turkey breast or chicken (skin removed), and fruit for dessert. Steer clear of the creamy based salads, such as potato or pasta salad. Watch out for the stuffing and cheesy casseroles too. These items are often loaded with calories and fats that can potentially derail your weight loss and healthy eating goals. You may sample a small taste of one item that may not be as healthy, but watch those portion sizes.
  • Stay in control.   Sometimes peer pressure can play a vital role in this situation. If people do not see you eating as much as they are, they can feel as though you are not joining in on the fun. So, the key is to be prepared and have something already in your hand. An ice filled cup of water or diet soda won’t add any additional calories and won’t leave you standing there idle. If someone still pressures you, just be polite, and say no thank you.
  • Get involved. Remember, the holiday should be about getting together and sharing in the joy of the holiday season. Food is not the only way to get involved in the party. So, be sociable and mingle. A good discussion and even a card game are good distractions that can keep you on track.   However, when you do engage in conversations, keep away from the food table. If you engage too long in front of the table, you may not only find yourself engaging in good conversation, but also some mindless nibbling.
  Have a healthy Thanksgiving holiday! See you next Friday online!!
  Bridgette
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momof2andDH
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MartiJBrown
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411 on Holiday eating
- From: bridge92
- Description:
  
  Whew…..we are almost to Friday!!
  
  As we continue gearing up for Thanksgiving, I wanted to continue sharing strategies and of course, recipes that will get you through the holiday eating frenzy. Whether you are planning to eat out at a restaurant (Oh yes, many restaurants and hotels will be serving Thanksgiving dinner on Thanksgiving day!) or with your family and friends at home, if you are planning to splurge this Thanksgiving holiday, here a few tips on how to burn off those extra calories.
  
  Burn Off Extra Thanksgiving Calories
  http://www.startmakingchoices.com/beactive/articles/Burn-Extra-Holiday-Calories.jsp?WT.mc_id=SMC_Nov_09_B&WT.mc_ev=click
  
  But for those of us who want to stay on course and away from the next dress or pants size, here are some great tips to help this holiday season as well as any party or event you may attend.
  • Have a game plan in mind before you go. Enjoy a light snack or meal at least 30 minutes before arriving to the dinner. You won’t be hungry and it will keep you in control. If you can, ask what will be served and then offer to bring something along. Bringing a dish will give assurance there will be at least one healthy offering as well as show the host or hostess your thoughtfulness.
  
  • Scan then choose. Before anything hits your plate, look at what is presented, then decide. Go for veggie platters, steamed or roasted vegetables, turkey breast or chicken (skin removed), and fruit for dessert. Steer clear of the creamy based salads, such as potato or pasta salad. Watch out for the stuffing and cheesy casseroles too. These items are often loaded with calories and fats that can potentially derail your weight loss and healthy eating goals. You may sample a small taste of one item that may not be as healthy, but watch those portion sizes.
  • Stay in control.   Sometimes peer pressure can play a vital role in this situation. If people do not see you eating as much as they are, they can feel as though you are not joining in on the fun. So, the key is to be prepared and have something already in your hand. An ice filled cup of water or diet soda won’t add any additional calories and won’t leave you standing there idle. If someone still pressures you, just be polite, and say no thank you.
  • Get involved. Remember, the holiday should be about getting together and sharing in the joy of the holiday season. Food is not the only way to get involved in the party. So, be sociable and mingle. A good discussion and even a card game are good distractions that can keep you on track.   However, when you do engage in conversations, keep away from the food table. If you engage too long in front of the table, you may not only find yourself engaging in good conversation, but also some mindless nibbling.
  
  Now, to add on to the recipes that I shared in yesterday’s blog, here are a few more!
  
  Here is an awesome pumpkin cake recipe that I discovered while searching online! I have made this cake numerous times.   It is SO good! No one will believe it is low in calories and fat! Shhh! Don’t tell anyone! Just sit back and hear all the compliments of how delicious it is.
  
  Quick and Easy Pumpkin Cake
  http://www.startmakingchoices.com/recipes/recipeDetails.jsp?action=recipe&recipeid=1826&view=view&WT.mc_id=SMC_Nov_09_B&WT.mc_ev=click
  
  Oh, and one more link……here are TONS of recipes for some healthy holiday eating: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/thanksgiving-recipes/NU00643
  
  That’s all for now! Have a great day!
  
  Bridgette
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Diva
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I never thought it was possibl
- From: jodi821
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  My name is Jodi, I am 38 yrs old and I am from Columbus, Ohio. In 2004 I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, and had to have my thyroid removed. After 2 surgeries and several radio-active iodine treatments I am nearly cancer free. I'm not sure how long I had been living with a poorly functioning thyroid. Since that time I have been taking my synthroid and had hoped that would help with my weight problems, unfortunatly over the years I had developed poor eating habits and the weight was still coming on.
  On November 6, 2008 I joined Weight Watcher's with a friend. I was hesitent and skeptical. I went in with a positive attitude and my eye on the prize. I had tried most of the "new" fad diets and over the counter methods and nothing worked. I was so nervous at the first meeting, I felt sick. I was afraid I was going to fail and wondered what was I doing there? I listened and I learned. I went home with the feeling, I think I can do this !! It all seemed easy enough and doable. The weeks passed and the weight was coming off. I was excited and with the excitement came determination. This really is working !!
  Weight Watchers taught me how to eat right, get motivated and stay focued. In the past with other diets it always felt like you have to give up all thing taboo. WW allows you to still have the thing you want but in moderation. I don't think my success would be possible without the SmartOnes products. I work full time and have 2 kids so life can be hectic at times. Planning a WW friendly meal for the whole family is often not possible. I love that I can make a salad and pop in a SmartOnes dinner without the worry of how many points is this? SmartOnes I couldn't have done it without you !!!
  It is now the beginning of October 2009 and I have lost a total of 114.4 lbs using the weight watchers plan and eating SmartOnes. Thank You I am eternally greatful !!!
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my journey
- From: kymberlee
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  Where do I begin? I feel like weight has been an issue in my life since I've been 10 years old. I have always struggled with it and it seems like such a part of me that it's all I have ever thought about. I'm not going to sit here and say I was trying to hide pain with food, I had a wonderful, turmoil filled, average upbringing and will not blame my parents or peer pressure for my weight issues. I simply love food. I love the way it makes me feel, I love the different textures and tastes, and for the way it brings family together. I just have a problem with knowing when enough is enough. I love food so much, and want to be able to eat what I want when I want that parts of me go into denial mode and before I know it, I have 50 or more pounds to lose. I enjoy my way up to a certain point, then realize I need to do something for my health and for myself. To help me on my quest, I have gone to the weight watchers point system. It has been a God send. I am still able to enjoy the foods I love without going overboard or feeling guilty about it. All I can say is I have lost these 50 stubborn pounds and have never felt deprived or like I was on a diet. Thank you so much weight watchers for your point system, and for your food. I will forever be grateful.....
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Living my Best Life
- From: levanduski00
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  I have struggled with weight my entire life. I have done every “fad” diet out there looking for the miracle cure to free me from my fat prison. Like so many others, I was looking for the easy way out. I never understood why this was happening to me and why I couldn’t catch a break. It never occurred to me that I was doing it to myself.
  I always thought, “If I could just magically wake up at my goal weight, I could easily maintain it.” With that belief, I seriously researched gastric bypass surgery. In hindsight, it’s the one time in my life that I was grateful to not have the funds to support that whim.
  After I passed 265 for the second time in my life, I stopped looking at the scale during my ob/gyn checkups at the doctor’s office. I honestly have no idea where I peaked with my second pregnancy. Frankly, I don’t really want to know. After our son was born, my weight came down into the 240’s. I stayed there for months. My gelatinous body repelled me. I kept saying, “I have to go on a diet” but did not feel the motivation to make a change. I believed that “diet” meant “deprivation” and I just wasn’t about to give up on my sweets just yet.
  We moved again to California…land of opportunity. Words have never rung so true. I found an opportunity to answer a casting call from the Discovery Health channel. They were looking for people who need to lose anywhere between 30-100 pounds and take on a lifestyle makeover. That fit me perfectly. I went on the interview and miraculously, got the gig! I was going to be on TV!
  That's when fear set in. I was going to share my weight issues with the world, raw and open for everyone to judge. I met Bob Greene as a part of the show and he changed my life. He has really instilled in me the tools I need to truly live my best life. I am not on a diet. I am living a healthy lifestyle.
  I never exercised before. Ever. Now I am at the gym 5-6 days a week for at least 90 minutes. I have signed up for my first 5K. Exercise is non-negotiable for me. It’s a part of who I am now.
  Nutritionally, I make the best decisions of my life. I used to make what was creamy, fatty, cheesy, etc. Now I long to taste the real flavors of food, without them being disguised. I used to snack all day long rather than eat meals with appropriate snacks. All that has changed. I often ate Weight Watchers Smart Ones with a salad for my lunch! It was a fast, delicious way to satisfy my hunger!
  I am proud to say that I am now 165 pounds. I have 20 pounds to go to reach my goal. Since I’m not really sure where my weight was to start, I use the beginning weight of 238 pounds. That’s where I was when I answered the casting call. I have lost 73 pounds and counting! I have gone from a size 20 to a size 10 and lost countless inches!
  I am now pursuing a career in motivational speaking. So many friends and family members have asked me for advice and encouragement in their own goals. I feel as though I have something to share and want to help others feel as great as I do!
  I documented my weight loss journey with Bob and the Discovery Health channel on my blog, www.jlevanduski.blogspot.com. I am hoping to start web casting to help others and really need the Flip video camera to reach another goal. Thank you for reading my story!!
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- 2 months ago
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One Year Down
- From: kimmiedunne
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  It's all about changing attitudes. It doesn't happen overnight. It was almost one year ago that I decided I needed to change. I was at my highest weight, 230 pounds and in a size 18. I had been working jobs I wasn't too happy about, and I was really unhappy about the way I looked. It took a picture for me to realize that. I applied and interviewed for a job and I told my family that if I got that job, I was going to start going to Weight Watchers. It was a job I really wanted so it was time for me to start being happy about every aspect in my life.
  Well needless to say I got the job, and a couple weeks later, my mom and myself walked into our first Weight Watchers meeting. Were we nervous? Yes...but we were there together and we were going to make this succeed. As we started following the plan everything started to fall into place. The weight started to come off and we were doing it ourselves! No major diets, no weight loss surgery, this was the healthy way to make this work. You could eat anything, as long as you counted the points. This was hard for me in the beginning. I LOVE sweets! I loved fast food. It was about changing your attitude towards food. For me it meant saying no to those brownies or cookies at the office, eating more vegetables, and not running out to get fast food when I didn't know what else to get. I went cold turkey on the fast food. I haven't had it in a year. I tasted a fry a month or so ago and the grease just dripped off it and I was like 'why did I do this to myself?' Now I'll get Subway maybe once a week, and I get the Flatbread, so it's healthier then the regular bread. I still love sweets but most of the time I stick to the Weight Watcher products and I look at labels a lot more then I used to.
  So has it worked for me? I'm down 41 pounds (at 189 right now) and in a size 12 or 14. I hit a weight loss plateau in February and went 2 months without losing much. I'd go up and down, and I was ready to give up, but with my mom by my side I pushed through it. I'm not taking off as much as I was in the beginning, but as you lose weight, you build muscle and it becomes harder to take off the weight. I exercise when I can (a lot of walking this summer) and I try to go to the gym when I can.
  Some people don't know what it's like to have to lose weight. It's not easy. I have another 30 or 35 pounds to go but with my mom by my side, and me by my mom's side, we'll do it together, and i have every confidence that we'll keep it off and live healthier lifestyles!
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- 2 months ago
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alamic
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Smart Ones keep me on track.
- From: nana261
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  I originally joined Weight Watchers 3/1/08.I lost 18 lbs.in 17 weeks, then my husband died. I quit goint to weght watchers.Then after a year I went back 4/25/09.Its been 21 weeks, & I have lost 27 lbs. I needed my Weight Watcher families support to get me thru. Thank God for Smart Ones meals. Since I only make dinner for me, its much easier to make a Smart Ones meal. I am not much of a meat eater, so the Angel HAir Marinara, Ravioli's, 3 Cheese Ziti, are among my favorites. I also love the pizza, mini pizza, turkey & potato, or stuffed turkey dinners. I appreciate the convenience & choices, & price of the meals. I would not have been able to loose the weight, without these meals. I will continue to go to weght watchers, till I loose the weight & hopefully when I reach goal, & become a lifetime member. You can't loose weight on your own. You need a family support group, & tools like Smart One's to help you succeed. Thank You, All.
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- 2 months ago
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- 3 months ago
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Inspired to take steps in righ
- From: notsoanonymousmichelle
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  I've tried many times to lose the weight I need to lose to life a more healthy lifestyle. I've been overweight since high school and every time I'd lose any weight I'd regain that plus more weight. After having my daughter and reaching my highest weight of 357 pounds, my daughter became my new inspiration. It didn't happen immediately of course, but over the first couple of years of her life I grew really tired of feeling so little energy and even sometimes pain when trying to keep up with her and play with her. I didn't want her to only have memories of playing with her daddy and other family members while her fat mommy sat and watched. Finally, a year ago, I joined Weight Watchers and started eating Smart Ones meals every lunch hour. They are SO delicious and have the points calculated and listed on the box, making it much faster for me to track my meals! Now that my daughter is 4, she even has come to have some favorite smart ones meals herself, like our favorite Baked Ziti! I've lost 65 pounds in just about a year and half and I feel great already even if I have a lot more to lose. I have more energy and a newfound enthusiasm for living a healthier, more active lifestyle! I couldn't do it without Weight Watchers and Smart Ones meals, it's a huge part of my new lifestyle and not only am I thankful for this but so is my daughter!
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- 3 months ago
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In Control
- From: Lizzy
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  I've always been on diets my whole life. Doctors, Family and Friends all tell me to count calories and watch what i eat. I'm horrible at counting calories and all that stuff since i'm always on the go. Then i started eating the frozen meals by different companies, the only one i liked and taste good was Smart Ones. I don't worry about counting calories and I take them to lunch, throw it in the microwave and i'm good to go. 125 lbs lost EVERYONE is asking me how did I do it!!!! That's a change...lol But I tell them eating Smart Ones and exercising!!!
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- 3 months ago
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Nothing Tastes as Good as Thin
- From: YvonneWright
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  As a child, I was always thin and bony. That all changed when I graduated high school and entered college. I quickly succummbed to the Freshmen fat, and for the first time ever, started to put on some pounds. By the time I was in my mid-20's, I was about 20 pounds overweight. However, when I got pregnant with my daughter, I really packed on the pounds, and apparently my body opted to keep the pounds once I gave birth!
  I would look at myself and could see the real me underneath all of the extra weight. In my late 30's, my health began to be a victim of my weight. I had trouble breathing when I went up and down stairs, and I was doing unbelievable harm to my knees with the extra stress I was putting on them.
  So in 2002, at age 38, at 236 pounds, I had decided I had had enough. I joined Weight Watchers, and made a commitment to change my life, back to the old me. I had a wonderful leader who kept me on track and never made me feel guilty for weaker moments. I had support from my family and friends, and I had a personal commitment. One year later, I had lost 91 pounds and achieved my goal weight of 145. It literally was the hardest thing I have ever done, but also one of the proudest accomplishments of my life. I credit the Weight Watchers program with guiding my way, but I know I was the one who had to make it happen.
  Seven years later, I have never gotten over 15 pounds from my goal weight. To some that may seem like I have slipped too much, but I have learned that you can relax a little and still enjoy life. It's a matter of discipline and self-assurance.
  One of the best lessons I learned in gaining control over my diet came from a co-worker, who has diabetes, is insulin-dependent, and has spent a majority of his life having to watch what he eats. When we had food at work, I would often ask him why he didn't treat himself once in a while. He pointedly told me "I can have it, if I truly want it. But if I have that now, I must give up something later because of that choice." That really helped give me the power to say no. If I used all my points up over a doughnut, I would have to have the control to give up something later to stay on track.
  Every single day for the past seven years, I continue to follow the Weight Watchers program. I believe in the Weight Watchers products, but also am glad I can chose from other foods and eat as normally as possible. My mantra is that "I will never go back." And I mean it.
  In my lowest times of struggle through my weight loss, my favority saying was "Nothing tastes as good as thin feels." And I believe that. That kind of thinking, and the support of Weight Watchers, helped me revive the thinner me inside.
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- 3 months ago
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Overwight and needing a change
- From: BreanneSpade
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  As a child i battled my weight left and right. I was always the heavy kid! IN high school i decided I was going to be the skinny chick. I tried dieting it did not work so I just stopped eating altogether and exercised like a maniac. When I began to miss food I would eat, feel guily, and puke it back up...a very vicious cycle. I was a yo yo up and down all the time in my weight. When I went off to college the cycle continued but worse because no one was watching me. I hit my lowest point in life, i was eating and puking but dancing at the same time. My body was struggling to live. After meeting my boyfriend (now husband) I again became comfotable in my skin and the weight began to come back on. After 7 years I was the heaviest i had ever been. i was disgusted when my wedding pictures came back how could i look so fat and gross in my wedding pictures, that is suppose to be the most beautiful day of my life.
  I was at my breaking point only to find out I was pregnant how am i suppose to change when I am going to be gaining weight with the baby? WEll needless to say over the course of two years I had two miscarriages (in part due to me being over weight) and then finally a healthy baby boy. A year later welcomed a beautiful baby girl into my family! At this point I knew I was done having children and something in my life needed to change i needed to feel good about myself again.
  Well about 10 months ago i decided it was time for that change. With two young ones in my home one being almost 2 and my newest addition 1 month old i weighed my options. I could go back to my old habits of binging and puking or not eating at all but I knew I would be no good to myself or my young family I knew there was something else out there. Not to mention my old habits were a temporary fix! With some discuss with my close family and friends weight watchers kept popping up in the conversation and on the tv, I would sit down to eat a nice big bowl of ice cream and low and behold the orange hungar guy from weight watchers was staring me in the eye.....That was another sign that it was time to make a change. So with much nervousness and excitment I walked into my first weight watchers meeting. I was scared what the scale would say but knew that it would only get better from here. After stepping on the scale it confirmed what I already knew over weight and unhealthy at 247lbs. I was so disgusted in myself that I would let myself get that big. So on I went to sit through my first meeting. It wasnt bad, excellent actually it made me realize that I am not the only one fighting my weight! From that day forward I made a life change, I do not diet, I eat what i want but in correct portion size, I may indulge but I then jump right back on the wagon and get myself in line.
  Over the course of the last 10 months each week i knew I would have to step up on a scale and if the numbers went up I would be so disappointed in myself. I knew what I need to do to lose and with the excellent support of my loving husband,mother-in-law, and sister-in-law i kept right on track. After dropping from a size 20 to an 18 I was ecstatic. I knew i needed to keep pushing forward for me, for my family. Well after 11 months I have managed to become everyone elses support system and inspiration- now including my mom and sister who have to this date lost 35 lbs with weight watchers and continue to do great. Just yeasterday I reached my healthy weight weighing in at 151lbs and proudly wearing a size 8!!! I now enjoy active time with my two little ones who are now 2 1/2 and 11 months, outside walks with my lovely husband and shopping---I love trying clothes on again- never would I thought I would be saying that a year ago. I have made a life change- I still enjoy my food but the foods my body needs, and i still enjoy a drink out every now and again I do not feel like I am on a diet i eat what i want just in the correct portion sizes.
  To those of you fighting the battle that i have won- you can win...you are in control, every decision is yours to make- if you choose the wrong food do not get discouraged, tell yourself it is ok pick yourself up and get back on track!!!!
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- 3 months ago
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