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LA Weight Loss
LA Weight Loss Centers have been closing through-out the USA and Canada, so beware. Many customers have not been able to get their money refunded.
LA Weight Loss is a center-based weight loss program with over 650 centers worldwide. While LA Weight Loss is based in the US, there are weight loss centers in both the UK and Canada.
Controversy
LA Weight Loss is one of the most controversial weight loss programs in the US – this is in part due to the sales tactics that are used at the centers. The cost of a personalized program at LA Weight Loss can go into the thousands – however they offer a number of different payment plans.
One of the most controversial issues are the nutrition bars that are part of the program. Many customers are pressured into buying these bars (in bulk) up front – and while a protein-based bar can be a good convenience food – it is most definitely not a requirement for a healthy weight loss diet.
LA Weight Loss Meal Plan
The basic meal plan is similar to that outlined below:
Consists of 2 PROTEIN SELECTIONS, 3 FRUIT
SELECTIONS, 3 VEGETABLE SELECTIONS, 2 STARCH SELECTIONS, 2 FAT SELECTIONS,
AND 2 PROTEIN SNACKS.
Selections are made from the following food groups:
PROTEINS
2 Servings Daily
The following foods must be measured to equal 4 ounces:
steak * beef * lean pork * liver * ground beef * lamb * veal * ground
turkey * crab * salmon * fresh tuna * swordfish *
1 % cottage cheese * canned tuna, low sodium *
OR
The following foods must be measured to equal 6 ounces:
chicken breast * turkey breast * codfish * flounder * shrimp * bluefish
* sole * scallops * whitefish * red snapper *
haddock * lobster * grouper * yellowtail * orange roughy * striped bass
* halibut *
Two eggs or egg substitutes may be eaten in place of one protein
1 ounce of low fat hard cheese may be eaten in place of one protein
FRUITS
3 Servings Daily
apple * lemon * orange * tangerine * peach * plum * kiwi * banana, (one
small) *
grapes * strawberry * cherries 12 medium * cantaloupe * watermelon *
cranberries * raspberries 1 cup *
blueberries ~ cup * grapefruit ~ medium * papaya 3~ cup * pineapple 3~
cup * prunes 3 medium * apricot 3 medium *
VEGETABLES
3 Servings Daily
celery 2 stalks * cucumbers ~ large * green peppers ~ large * radishes
12 medium * tomato 1 small *
One cup of the following equals 1 serving: asparagus * bean sprouts *
broccoli * cabbage * egg plant * mushrooms *
lettuce * green onions * string beans * wax beans * mustard greens *
spinach * kale * zucchini * squash * cauliflower *
STARCHES
2 Servings Daily
1 slice diet bread * 1 rice cake * ~ medium baked potato * ~ cup brown
or white rice *
You may substitute ~ cup of the following cereals daily for one starch:
Total * Special K * Bran Flakes * (not with raisins) Grape Nuts *
Shredded Wheat * Puffed Rice * Oat Flakes * or 1 packet instant oatmeal or
cream of wheat. 1/4 cup cup Skim milk is optional each day.
FATS
2 Servings Daily
one tablespoon diet margarine * one tablespoon diet mayonnaise * You
must use LOW fat, not fat free.
PROTEIN SNACKS
2 Servings Daily
These will generally be soy protein based bars.
Counseling
Part of the LA Weight Loss strategy are the meetings with a counselor – however many question the credibility and credentials of these counselors – many of whom are well-trained in varying sales tactics. Weigh-ins can happen as much as 3 times per week, or as it suits – it often varies depending on the center.
See More
LA Weight Loss – Official Site
LA Weight Loss Exposed – Blog post that elicited numerous comments on customer experiences with the centers.
Like many of your I loved the plan and did really well on it. I kept it off until I became ill for a long period of time. I never used the lites or any of their products due to allergies. I lost about 3 lbs per week following the red plan but they structured it based on my exercise and non of their products. I would like to go back on it and include some sort of bar like a lite for my sugar craving. Can any of you tell me what I can use as a substitute? Have any of you tried the on line service who now has the rights to sell LA Weight Loss products? They sell the lites and everything else on there. I just don’t want to be dependent on their products only. If anyone knows a good bar that works with the plan please let me know. Thanks
I was on LAWL about 3yrs. ago and took off 45lbs. I just stuck to the plan WITHOUT the protein bars. Unfortunately I have gained most of it back. I was on the purple plan, Amanda, if you could help me out I would really appreciate it.
Amanda, I would like to receive the jump start and diet plan list if possible along with the list of restraunts you can substitute with and the list of frozen foods if you have them, I moved out of state and left them in our storage unit. thanks much
Amanda
i would like the programs i need them to continue my program please let me know how i can get them from you.
I used to work for LA Weight Loss. I was a client first I lost like 80lbs. Then worked for the company for over 3 years in 2 different states. They do have a bad rep but the program and the people who really cared made it amazing. I am sorry to hear so many people had problems. I have all the programs if anyone wants them let me know. There are a great many substitutions for the la bars. Just make sure the use soy protein, it really does have good properties. I would be very wary about purchasing any food of eBay. These bars and products do have expiration dates.
snack substitutes are anything 100 calories.weightwatchers sugarfree candies work for me
i did the program before, it worked for me. unfortunatly i need to get back on, can anyone tell me where i can get a
red book diet plan?
Thanks
My husband and I “did” the La weight loss and I lost about 10 pounds and he about 14. He and I have since gained the weight back and want to start the program again but the centers are closed. I cannot remember what we ate the first day or days. I can purchase other soy bars and can eat the cantelope instead of the fast forward drink. If anyone has the info for the beginning of the program PLEASE let me know. Thanks so much. I felt so much better when I was on the diet.
I joined LAWL a couple of years ago and bought the entire plan…. I got so tired of eating those bars but thought I should since they insisted that was key to losing. Now my place has closed and I am without my money refund AND all those bars… Now what?
Anybody gotten a refund from the company? I am interested in knowing how that happened!!
Thanks!
Frances
I tried LA last summer. What a joke! The staff were there to sell product (bars, suplements etc.) In fact, one girl told me while I watche dthe video, that she used to manage another popular weight loss location (herbal magic), and that it was a scam. Made me wonder what she thinks of this place and isn’t saying…..These girls might as well be working at the mall selling clothes. Everything they “teach” you about healthy eating is common sense, the rest is about buying bars, shakes etc. Actaully just ran into one of the staffers who used to “counsel” me, she was working at an underground parking booth. I lost a little weight, as much as I would have on my own cutting out all the junk and take out. Nothing to do with the bars.
I lost 67 lbs 4 -5 years ago on LAWL. Averaged 2 lbs a week and never had a gain. Unfortunately, I had surgeries and health problems and have gained almost all back. Just started again, but am concerned about the messages here that tell about them closing. Is this true? I am paid up for 6o lb loss and have 40 boxes of bars paid for. Maybe I better just bring all my bars home and hope the center doesn’t close. I thought the program, 5 or 6 years ago, was very good and supportive. Now I am concerned.
It really is a lifestyle change losing weight. I wasnt able to get to the center last week. I still lost but it was less than when I was going to the center each week to be weighed by someone else. By the way I did get the LUNA bars and some of the varieties are as good as the LA Lite bars. Check them out. I wont buy the LA Lites anymore. The LUNA bars are half the price and bigger. Good luck everyone and keep losing.
I just want to say that the LA Weight Loss Program worked great for me. I lost 28 pounds in 3 months but………….I have gained it ALL back and then some. Within the past 24 months I have gained 40 pounds. I feel terrible and embarrassed. Back then I had so many people saying “WOW! You look great. I can’t believe how much weight you lost”. Now, nobody has to say a word, I know what they are thinking. “OMG! She has gained so much weight, how could she let that happen?”
In short, it can be done but it is a life time plan, not just a short term diet.
While I was using the program in 2007, I lost 90lbs without having to eat the bars or much of any of there products. I did not like them so I went without and was very successful. I even use my old journals to aid me in losing weight now after the birth of my child. Also the hundred cal snacks are great for 1fruit, 1starch and I heard that ensure was a good meal replacement but I have not tried them.
I was reading a blog about the complaints with LA Weightloss and there was a former counselor saying that if you need to replace the LA Lite bars that Pria bars are the closest and then the Luna bar. I havent checked the labels myself yet but I plan to when I get close to running out of my LA Lite bars. I have had good luck with the program but its a very slow process and I will try to do it on my own once my 14 weeks are up. Good luck everyone.
Its by hight and weight. And when I did it we had 12345 no colors. I’m 5′4 130lbs and I’m on plan 1 with bars plan 2 without bars. So you need to find the right range for you.
Thanks for the help here on this! I did LAWL until the centers all shut down & I was so mad I got off the program for awhile. I have just gotten back on the program. Still have a fridge full of bars, but was worrying about what to eat for a snack when I run out of those. Now I don’t have to worry. Thanks!
Hi! I did LAWL 3 years ago. I was 173 pounds at the start and lost 20 pounds. I was on the gold plan. I am now 185 pounds and happen to have gotten a hold of the complete LAWL plan on ebay. I am not sure what weight range goes with what color plan?? Does anyone know where I should start? Thanks!!
Hi everyone, just wanted to let you in on a great tip for those of you still following the LAWL
program. NUGO bars are another sub. for LA lites. I loved the LA lites and these NUGO bars are just as good and bigger! Also, fyi half hour of cardio ( dance, hoola hoop, ect…) before each meal helps burn more fat. Live happy, Live healthy.
I joined la weight loss an lost over fifty pounds,they closed the doors without letting anyone no in the process i lost alot of money because i was still under contract ‘if it were the other way around they would want there money refunded back or at least have a coursety to at least tell you they were leaving ;the clients got a rawl deal an nothing can be done
In was on the purple plan, and needed sample meal plans.
i lost 22 pounds with LA, and have gained them back! I also need some protein bars, and snacks that are like the ones LA had.the food was too pricey. i know i can do this to get some of this weight off! i passed the mirror the other day, and didn’t like what i saw!
shelly, take off is two days long. protein, green veg. and two bars a day which i usually break in half to spread out the protein a little better. at first its unlimited protein, then after your first time of doing take off, it goes down to 6 oz. of protein. i usually created really good salads and just ate that all day. its hard but you can get through it. you just cant go crazy after you are finished with the diet.
I did well on the program. lost 75 pounds, the centers closed here 3 years ago, gain 35 back. I did find the purple plan, found out about the juice and found bars however I forgot how to use the juice. Is it drink the juice and eat protein and bar only for those 2 days??
I lost 30 lbs on this diet. It actually worked very well despite what you hear everywhere else. south beach makes a HIGH PROTEIN cereal bar that i used instead of the la weight loss bars. Also R.W. Knudsen makes a juice called morning blend that can be used in place of the take off juice. Keep in mind you still want to mix 16 oz of the juice with 16 oz of water both days. One bottle will get you through take off. I have the menu plan 2 in my hands. Let me know if you have any ?’s. minhasselbach@aol.com
Heidi, I did the Gold Plan, I have lost my Menu Plan book with all the Restaurant Guides in it, how can I get one? ANy info would be appreciated. Thanks
Rather that the juice for takeoff you eat half a canteloupe one day and half the next for take off. Also i just got the basic nutrition facts for the bars and buy a comparison at walmart. Its a lot cheaper and with la closing anyways 2 friends and myself continue the diet without them
the program was great for me, unfortunately all of the locations shut down around me. Be AWARE! I lost all of my refund money even though I lost the weight I was suppose to. Forget the expensive products and focus on eating he right foods. Working to lose it with Body for Life now. try it out! No expensive products to purchase unless you want them. 10 lbs loss in 5 weeks
Thanks I’ve been looking for this plan for a long time. I used to be on LAWeight Loss about 6 years ago but never finished the program did loose a total of 25 pounds. Thought the plan was good but the sales part of the company was too much for me. They were very aggresive with trying to sell there products and all I wanted was the diet plan and support from them.
I used LA WEIGHT LOSS a few years ago and was very successful losing 30lbs. They (councelors) tried to make me buy those bars and other incidentials but I refused.
I found at Wal-Mart a juice that is almost identical to the Takeoff juice. It’s the Hollywood 48 Hour Miracle Diet. It costs less than Takeoff and I think it takes better.
One of the biggest problems with La Weight Loss has always been the price of the food, but you can get discount la weight loss bars on eBay.
I had great success on the la weight loss diet. I need a jump start again & want to know where I can find the juice to start the program again or is there something else on the market that I could use instead.
What can you substitute for a snack instead of those protein bars?