Does Online Dieting Work?

Would you believe if you put the word "diet" into a Google search that you will get about 150 million entries. Lots of them are pretty sketchy, promising quick, simple and painless weight loss. But there are several companies that have interesting and creative programs to help you battle the bulge online. Do they work? Some have proven better than others. PersonalDiets.com gives you e-mail counseling with nutritionists and/or dietitians. MyFoodDiary.com has Web tools, including food and activity diary. There are also WeightWatchers.com and Southbeachdiet.com and eDiets.com that have web tools, meal planners, and social support. Look in and see what you think will work for you.