The NEW Glycemic Index Meal Plan



Are carbohydrates good or bad for you? Do "good carbs" really exist or should you eliminate all carbs from your diet?


For years, people have been wondering about carbs and how they affect weight loss. At NutriSystem, we looked into this issue, and based on the most credible scientific research in weight loss and nutrition, concluded that yes, "good" carbs do exist, and that they are those which have low values on the Glycemic Index. They actually help you lose weight more effectively.

The Glycemic Index is recognized by the World Health Organization and it measures the quality of carbohydrates and their impact on your blood sugar levels. Carbohydrates that break down slowly, encouraging stable blood sugar levels, rate well or "low" on the Glycemic Index, versus those that rate higher because they break down too quickly and cause your insulin levels to spike and your body to store fat while also leaving you hungry soon after a meal. It's the difference between "good" carbs and "bad" carbs.


According to a recent study at Brown University, people losing weight with prepared meals lost on average 31% more weight over a period of four months than people trying to lose weight preparing their own meals.



One can obtain the advantages of both the low-fat diet and the Atkins diet on a low-GI diet.

— David Ludwig, M.D., director of obesity programs at Children’s Hospital in Boston



Based on this information, we centered the new NutriSystem Nourish Program around these low glycemic, good carbs, plus we added optimal amounts of protein and fiber to our foods. It's the first prepared foods program that totally integrates low glycemic index carbohydrates into a meal plan that is also low in fat. It's the best of both worlds—low fat AND good carb—and this unique combination helps support stable blood sugar levels and keep you from feeling hungry while boosting your metabolism.

The new NutriSystem Nourish Program ends the low-carb, no-carb, good/bad-carb debate once and for all, and gives you the ultimate advantage of a balanced, low-glycemic diet.



Enjoy Delicious NutriSystem Nourish Meals & Desserts
On the NutriSystem Nourish Program, you won't be left hungry because the food tastes great. Plus, you'll be eating healthy meals and snacks five times a day! And there's no weighing, measuring or counting points—you just grab your entrees and go.

There's a wide selection of NutriSystem Nourish breakfasts, lunches, dinners and desserts, and they're all healthy, balanced, and designed to fit into your new NutriSystem Glycemic Index Meal Plan. All NutriSystem Nourish entrees take only minutes to prepare, so they're ready to go when you are.

Simply order your NutriSystem Nourish foods online by visiting the NutriSystem and they'll be delivered right to your door. To start your program, you can choose the pre-selected Favorite Foods Package, or select 28 breakfasts, lunches, dinners and desserts from 100 different foods, each which provides optimal levels of carbohydrates, proteins and fats to help you boost your metabolism and lose weight effectively.

Here's a complete list of the delicious NutriSystem Nourish foods:





BREAKFASTS
• Oatmeal
• Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
• NutriCinnamon Squares Cereal
• NutriCoconut O's Cereal
• NutriFrosted Crunch Cereal
• NutriFlakes Cereal - 40% Bran Cereal
• Lowfat Granola Cereal
• Frosted Oats Cereal
• Mini Frosted Shredded Wheat Cereal
• Lemon Poppyseed Muffin
• Banana Spice Muffin
• Blueberry Bran Muffin
• Chocolate Chip Granola Bar
• Apple Granola Bar
• Cranberry Granola Bar
• Scrambled Eggs - Smoke Flavor
• Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar Cheese
• Scrambled Eggs with Peppers and Mushrooms

LUNCHES
• Beans and Ham Soup
• Chicken Noodle Soup
• Cream of Broccoli Soup
• Hearty Minestrone Soup
• Vegetable Beef Soup
• Pasta Salad with Ham
• Pasta with Beef
• Vegetarian Pasta Salad
• Pasta Parmesan with Broccoli
• Fettuccini Alfredo with Vegetables and Mushrooms
• Chicken and Pasta in Cacciatore Sauce
• Noodles with Chicken and Vegetables
• Spicy Oriental Noodles with Vegetables and Peanuts
• Sliced Ham with Whole Wheat Deli Roll
• Turkey Hot Dog with Whole Wheat Deli Roll
• Tomato Sauce and Meatballs with Whole Wheat Roll
• Vegetarian Sloppy Joe with Whole Wheat Roll
• Sweet and Sour Chicken
• Chicken Salad
• Tuna Salad
• Black Beans and Rice
• Tex-Mex Rice and Beans
• Blueberry Low Fat Yogurt
• Strawberry Low Fat Yogurt

DINNERS
• BBQ Sauce with White Chicken Fillet with Whole Wheat Roll
• BBQ Sauce over Beef, Beans and Rice
• Beef and Mushroom Gravy with Rice
• Beef Stroganoff with Noodles
• Beef Tacos
• Beef with Peppercorn Sauce and Vegetables
• Burgundy Sauce and Beef with Rice
• Flame-Broiled Beef Patty with Cheese with Whole Wheat Roll
• Flame-Broiled Beef Patty with Whole Wheat Roll
• Green Pepper Steak with Rice
• Hearty Beef Stew
• Macaroni with Cheese and Beef
• Mushroom Gravy over Salisbury Steak and Rice
• Orange Beef with Noodles
• Teriyaki Sauce and Beef with Rice
• Pot Roast - Gravy over Beef, Potatoes and Carrots
• Rotini with Meatballs and Tomato Sauce
• Sliced Roast Beef and Gravy with Whole Wheat Roll
• Polynesian Style Pork with Rice
• Vegetable Lasagna with Meat Sauce
• Cheese and Spinach Ravioli with Meat Sauce
• Chicken Pasta Parmesan
• Chicken Primavera with Pasta
• Chicken with Almonds, Rice and Vegetables
• Homestyle Chicken Noodles with Gravy
• Oriental-Style Chicken with Lemon Ginger Sauce and Rice
• Three Cheese Pasta with Chicken
• Spicy Oriental Style Chicken with Rice
• Zesty Cajun-Style Chicken with Wild Rice
• Chicken Breast Patty with Whole Wheat Roll
• Holiday Turkey Breast with Gravy and Diced Potatoes
• Seafood Newburg
• Fillet of Fish with Beurre Blanc and Wild Rice
• Thin Crust Pizza with Cheese
• Thin Crust Pizza with Peppers and Mushrooms
• Chili with Beans





DESSERTS / SNACKS
• Vanilla Pudding
• Chocolate Pudding
• Almond Pistachio Biscotti
• Amaretto Coffee - Unsweetened, Decaffeinated
• Apple Cinnamon Soy Chips
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Bar
• Blueberry Lemon Dessert Bar
• Cappuccino Coffee - Unsweetened, Decaffeinated
• Chocolate Macadamia Nut Biscotti

• BBQ Soy Chips
• Hot Cocoa
• Chocolate Shake
• White Cheddar Soy Chips
• Mint Hot Cocoa
• Mocha Shake
• Chocolate Mochaccino Dessert Bar
• NutriCrunch Chocolates
• Sour Cream and Onion Soy Chips