Ediet online is a weight loss program being offered by a website which aims to help individuals find the right diet plan for them. The site provides customized diet plans to help people control their eating and thereby reduce body mass. Unfortunately, the site does give much information on its program or explains how results are achieved.

We will examine the plan’s weight loss methods and determine whether the promised results can be achieved.

We will also give our evaluation as to how this program compares with similar online systems.

This program starts with the creation of an online user profile. The purpose is to first assist the dieter in defining his weight loss goals. Next, a diet plan is created based on these goals with details which take into consideration the individual’s likes and dislikes. Unfortunately, the program does not include an exercise component, a very crucial element in weight reduction.

We find the information provided by the Ediet website about the program to be very insufficient. In fact the website itself consists of only one page and is even dominated by a sign-up form. Information about the program cost is only available after credit card details are entered. We tried to call the hotline in order to ask about the price of the program but our call was left unanswered.

Moreover, there is no research cited on the website to support the weight loss principle being followed by the program and there is only one customer testimonial posted. There are other online diet programs which provide more information to potential customers.

Oddly, this program also sells other online diet programs. It may be better for people to choose a program offered by a company which only sells their product alone. We believe that this shows a company’s confidence in what their product can do and that they are convinced that it is much better than others.

Keys: Ediet Focused Offerings

• Shopping lists to “Print & Go”
• Personalized meal plans
• Articles on nutrition

Positives

• Personalized meal plans
• Educational articles posted on website
• Users are assisted in creating weight loss goals

Negatives

• Only one testimonial posted on website
• Telephone Hotline does not always answer calls
• Has received negative feedback from many customers some of whom have posted their comments on consumer blogs and forums.
• Website tries to sell other diet programs
• Inadequate information on program provided on website
• Cost not given until credit card information is submitted

We have several concerns regarding this program. First of all, the Ediet website does not provide an adequate explanation as to why this online program is better than others. It claims that it would customize meals but does not cite any nutritional research as basis for the meal plan and how it would help in weight loss. Secondly, it is disturbing that the site does not give upfront information about the price of the program. We strongly advise consumers never to give credit card information online without knowing exactly how much they are paying and what it is they are actually paying for.

When it comes to quality weight loss and fat reduction, dieting is not enough. An exercise component is required. There are other online programs which offer both. Those who do not have the time to devote to an online plan may want to consider using a weight loss supplement in capsule form. There are weight loss products which contain the effective appetite suppressant Hoodia plus a patented metabolic booster which can effectively enhance any weight loss program, online or not.