Diet Workshop
Approach/Method: Program consists of diet, exercise,
and behavior modification. Diets range from between 1200 to
2600 calories and 27 to 40 grams of fat per day. Menus
follow the Food Guide Pyramid. The purchase of special foods
is optional. Drug therapy with the
fenfluramine/phentermine combination or dexfenfluramine is
available in Boston, Harrisburg, and Maine.
Clients: Mostly female (80%), ranging in age from 25
to 65 years.
Staff: The weight-loss program was developed by a
team of registered dietitians, a
registered nurse, a physician, and a licensed psychologist.
The program is delivered by
Diet Workshop graduates. Leaders must complete a three week
training program which covers nutrition, weight-loss
dynamics, customer service, and presentation. Ongoing
training for the staff involves 96 to 100 hours each year.
Expected Weight Loss/Length of Program: Weight loss
of one to two pounds per week. Length of program is
determined by the amount of weight the client needs to lose.
A minimum of three months participation is recommended.
Cost: Program costs range from $12 to $34 per week.
The three-month behavior modification program costs $169. A
one- to three-month extension is available for $49/month.
There is no charge for a maintenance program; when a client
reaches his/her goal weight, attendance at Diet Workshop is
free.
Healthy Lifestyle Component: Program involves
exercise and behavior modification component. Group and
individual counseling is available.
Comments: Vitamin-mineral supplements are
optional.
Availability: 10,000 clients are served weekly at 13
franchises with 100 locations in the Northeastern United
States.
Headquarters: 50 Cummings Parkway, Woburn, MA
01801. (800)-488-3438.
Information supplied by Diet Workshop.
