Many readers complain that Jenny Craig is overly expensive. Save your money and stick with better choices like Nutrisystem or Medifast Diet.
Also, check out this insightful video that discusses the price differences between Jenny Craig vs. Nutrisystem.
User Reviews
User Review #58
by Patty on November 13th, 2007
at 9:44 AM CST
Oops! I forgot to tell you how discouraged I was when the lady on the DVD I got with my food was SOOOOO overweight. She looked like she could lose a good 40-50 pounds and still be a cow.
User Review #57
by Patty on November 13th, 2007
at 9:40 AM CST
I'm on Day 6 with Jenny Craig today, and I wish I'd known about this thread! I only weighed 120 at start and had 12 pounds to lose. I'm only 5'2". I purchased the program on a Friday night. On Saturday, I decided I didn't want the program so I called to cancel. I told the salesperson that I only had 10-12 pounds to lose and that I didn't think it was worth the money for that small amount.
This salesperson actually told me that she *guaranteed* I would lose 6 to 8 pounds in the first two weeks of the program (I don't think they're supposed to do this). Well, Day 6 and I'm only down 2 pounds. Not too bad, you say? Well, the day I started the program was my TOM, so I usually drop 2 pounds when it's over anyway.
So the gist of the story is: I've been following this stupid diet to a T, and I've basically lost nothing. I've been on the elliptical trainer for 30 minutes every day. I haven't even been eating any of those "free" or "limited" foods.
The food is not terrible compared to some I've had, but I do not want to eat three different kinds of vegetables and a salad at every stinking meal, and I LOVE salad.
As for cost of food, which was supposed to be less than what I was currently spending according to the counselor, I spent $304 for two weeks worth plus shipping. Shipping was $65. Yes, you read that right.
I wonder if I can get my money back since my counselor *guaranteed* that I'd lose the weight (with not disclaimer)?
User Review #56
by shelia on November 11th, 2007
at 6:33 PM CST
Well, thank you all. I was also considering Jenny Craig, but now I will look at other options. My cousin lost 30lbs on nutrisystem, so I think I will try that one. Thanks to all