Diet Designs- What Our Clients Are Saying

"I saw results immediately, you're never hungry and the desserts are insane!"

 -Fergie 

"I was concerned that I wasn't eating enough or getting the proper nutrition that my busy lifestyle requires.  I signed up for Diet Designs so that I could have healthy meals delivered to my door.  Despite the fact that I'm a picky-eater, I still receive a variety of great meals that I absolutely love- especially the fruit & yogurt breakfasts and the fish and steak dinners.  Diet Designs has made my life so much easier.  I'm finally eating healthy!"

-Brittany Binger

"As an actor, performer, and simply as a human being who wants to look, feel, & be healthy.... there is no better way to do it than Carrie Wiatt's Diet Designs! After trying Diet Designs, not only did I discover that I could lose weight quickly and easily, I also rediscovered my health! Diet Designs went from being a quick fix diet to becoming a way of life! And oh yeah....THE FOOD IS AMAZING!!! I eat pizza, pasta, cheeses, desserts, you name it! It's all healthy, affordable, and convenient! No gimmicks or tricks- just food. I've introduced many friends to Diet Designs, including my own children, and I've seen amazing transformations. I promise you that Diet Designs will not change only your appearance for the better....It will change your way of life!"
-Donnie Wahlberg

"I played a role that required I lose considerable weight. Carrie Wiatt helped me lose OVER FORTY-THREE POUNDS quickly, safely, and with a minimum loss of sanity with her commonsense-approach diet."
-Dennis Quaid

"Thank God for Carrie Wiatt! She has raised my consciousness of healthy eating so much that it will be practiced by me and my family for the rest of our lives. I never dreamed low-fat food could taste so good!" 

-Sela Ward

"Over the years, I've tried many meal delivery services and Diet Designs has been the best. I heard about them in 2001 when a relative got ill and was put on a special diet. Diet Designs was great then, and 9 years later, they are better than ever. The food is tasty, fresh, and they really know how to balance out my nutrients and calories. I set a goal to lose my last 10 pounds (of my 80 pound loss) in 6 weeks. With their help, I did! I'm keeping it off and learning how to eat!" 

-Perla Hudson

"I can't say enough great things about Diet Designs. I look forward to each interesting meal, and I never felt hungry or deprived in any way. I couldn't believe how easy it was to lose weight while still eating delicious food---including dessert! Even though I've lost the weight I wanted, I've stayed on a modified plan because it makes my life so much easier and keeps me on track."

– Claudia DeGarmo, Psychotherapist

"Carrie and the Diet Designs team are the best there is. After trying every workout out there and exercising up to three hours a day, I finally realized that changing my diet was the only way to shed the pounds I wanted. I never expected to get such incredible results. I was HOPING to lose 5, MAYBE 10 pounds. I have lost 25 pounds and have reduced my body fat by almost 10%. After reaching my goal weight, I stayed on the program because the food was so delicious and the results continue to blow my mind. Carrie will set you up for success, both on the plan and after you go off. You learn how to make smart choices while still satisfying cravings.... and the food is amazing."

– Kelsey Kay Dworkis, CPA, Ph. D Candidate

The Future of Nutrition Labels: Making It Easier to Be Portion-Savvy

Check out Diet Designs' latest blog at Huffington Post: 

The Future of Nutrition Labels

Diet Designs Uncovers Label & Nutrition Traps

Consumers today are more health conscious than ever.  Nutrition trends for 2012 stress healthier, sustainable, whole, and organic foods.  The “slow food” movement emphasizing “good, clean, and fair” food has become a way of life for many.   Beyond these hot topics, mindful individuals want to make healthy, nutritious choices.  Understanding nutrition claims and market tricks will allow the average shopper to make quick, healthy choices without spending hours comparing labels.

Certain claims on packaged items are regulated by the FDA.  A product with the following statements must abide by several restrictions:

·         Fat Free: Less than 0.5 grams of fat per serving

·         Low Calorie: No more than 40 calories per serving

·         Sugar Free: Less than 0.5 grams of sugar per serving

·         Low Sodium: No more than 140 mg of sodium per serving

·         High, rich in, excellent source of: 20% or more of the Daily Value of the nutrient

·         Less, fewer, reduced: 25% or less of the named nutrient

What are some other marketing terms that aren’t standardized by the FDA?  

·         Organic:  Must meet the USDA standards for organic production, without most synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, growth hormones, antibiotics, and genetically engineered ingredients.  Being labeled “organic” has nothing to do with the calorie, fat, or sugar content of a food.  I recommend going organic for particular fruits and vegetables- especially those that are considered part of the “dirty dozen”: http://www.ewg.org/foodnews/summary/.

·         Natural:  Only regulated by the FDA for meat and poultry products.  This label means “no artificial substances.”  Companies use the term “natural” on their products hoping that it will catch the eye of a health-conscious consumer; the product may not be superior to its competition.

·         Local: Not a monitored claim.  Shop at markets and nearby farms to know that your food is coming from a “local” source.

·         Free Range:  A USDA definition for eggs and poultry where chickens have “access to the outside;” no other specific spatial restrictions are given.  “Free range” beef and pork labels are not regulated.  Know your manufacturer and the company background to be safe about your meat choices.

·         Made with Whole Grains: A general term with a broad meaning.   The product may be 99% refined grains, while 1% is actually whole grains.  “Multigrain” is another overused word stating that the food is made with several grains.  At least half of all grains eaten should be whole grains; make sure that “whole” is contained in the ingredient list.

·         Lightly sweetened: Another expression that is not controlled.  Lightly sweetened is variable, depending on the size of your sweet tooth!

·         Fiber:  A product “high in fiber” may contain the isolated, added fibers such as inulin, maltodextrin and polydextrose; these types haven’t been proven to offer the health benefits from fiber found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

Be wary of packaged foods that claim to be the newest, ultra- healthy solution.  Cookies, cakes, and snack foods are just that.  They won’t ever replace your best choices: whole foods with real ingredients, as prepared and delivered by Diet Designs.

Huffington Post & Diet Designs- Feet First

View our most recent article featured in the Huffington Post: Huffington Post & Diet Designs

Diet Designs Redesigns Your Body From the Bottom Up

People often ask me, "Where should I start taking better care of myself?" I suggest you begin from the ground up. At the end of a long day, sit back and put your feet first.

Feet are full of sensitive nerves and acupressure points, so they make a great starting point for your self-care regime. When you want to pamper yourself with pure pleasure, try my easy home treats for your feet. You don't need a masseuse on hand to enjoy a relaxing foot massage, and you can get everything you need for a spa-quality foot facial with one quick trip to the health food store. Put the spring back in your step!


Do-It-Yourself Foot Massage
Here are three ways to make your feet happy fast. You can do any or all of these techniques in a single session

• Work out the kinks. Start with a footsie roller with raised edges (check your local bath boutique) or an old-fashioned rolling pin. Sitting in a chair, place the roller or rolling pin on the floor beneath you, position your foot on top, and roll the entire length of your foot over the roller with moderate pressure. Continue rolling back and forth for about 5 minutes per foot.
• Roll away tension. Repeat the above exercise substituting a golf ball for the roller and focusing on the ball of your foot. Continue for 2 minutes per foot. Both these exercises relieve fatigue and cramping.
• Press for stress relief. Reflexology is a form of acupressure based on the premise that there are reflexes in the foot that relate to all organs and functions of the human body. Thought to balance digestion, improve circulation, and relieve pain, reflexology definitely feels great. For an easy, non-technical version:
• Start with a few ankle rotations to loosen joints and relax the feet.
• Take one foot at a time and apply firm pressure with your thumbs and forefingers to any points that feel good when you press them.

To find out more, visit the Reflexology Association of America at www.reflexology-usa.org.

Cranberry Foot Facial
This natural spa-style treatment uses sugar to remove callouses, cranberry-oil extract to give skin an antioxidant lift, and grapeseed oil to soften and smooth. Here's how to do it:

• Mix 3 drops of cranberry-oil extract into a bit of unscented body lotion. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, 6 tablespoons sugar, and 10 drops cranberry-oil extract. In another bowl, mix 4 drops cranberry-oil extract with 1 cup hot water. Immerse a washcloth in the water mixture and set it aside to soak. Draw a large basin of hot water.
• Soak your feet in the basin of hot water for 10 minutes to soften the skin.
• Massage the sugar mixture into your feet, ankles, and calves with a loofah or sponge for several minutes. Wipe clean with the hot cranberry washcloth, then massage in the cranberry lotion while your skin is still damp.

Favorite Celebrity Healthy Breakfasts

 Ever wonder what breakfasts celebrity nutritionist Carrie Wiatt, M.S., recommends to her famous celebrity clients? Check out the newest article from youbeauty.com here:

READ ABOUT THE HEALTHY BREAKFASTS HERE!

Party & Holiday Guidelines from Diet Designs

Carrie Wiatt's Diet Designs

Party & Holiday Guildelines

Fighting fat between the weeks of Thanksgiving and New Years Eve can be very difficult.

Most people gain between 7 To 10 pounds during the Holiday Season.

The following guidelines will help you stay on course through the Holidays.

*NEVER GO HUNGRY TO PARTY.  Eat a salad, apple, or a yogurt first. Eat only the foods you like best at each party and pass on the rest.

*BEFORE YOU WALK IN THE DOOR OF A PARTY, HAVE A PLAN. Decide how many appetizers and drinks you will allow yourself, and stick to your plan.

*THINK OF “PARTY EATING” LIKE A BANKING TRANSACTION.  If you are overdrawn one night, pay back the next day by cutting your daily caloric allowance.  This doesn’t mean skipping meals entirely, just cut back your calories..

*IF YOU ARE PREPARING A HOLIDAY MEAL, HAVE FRIENDS AND FAMILY DO THE  TASTING FOR YOU.  All that tasting adds up.

*IF HAVING GUESTS OVER, PREPARE FOOD WITH LESS SUGAR AND FAT.  Sweet potatoes and mashed potatoes do not need butter or sugar.  Use corn bread stuffing instead of white bread stuffing.  Use Fat-Free chicken broth for stuffing and basting the turkey.  Utilize Low-Fat recipes available through Diet Designs.

       

*STOCK YOUR REFRIGERATOR WITH CUT UP FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AND HAVE YOUR DESIGNATED SNACKS AVAILABLE.

*TAKE TINY PORTIONS OF EVERYTHING.  Avoid gravies and fat filled dressings.  Have about 4 oz of Turkey (3 to 4 slices).  Use a tablespoon to gauge side dish portions.  Have fresh fruit and a 1” slice of your favorite pie.

  

*HAVE WINE OR BRANDY, instead of after dinner liqueurs, mixed drinks, or seasonal eggnog (unless it is non-fat). (1 glass of wine can count as 1 of your snacks.)

*IF SOMEONE GIVES YOU FATTENING FOODS AS A GIFT, GIVE IT TO SOMEONE ELSE, RIGHT AWAY.

Happy Holidays!