FORT WASHINGTON, Pa.,
June 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/
-- Nutrisystem, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRI), a leader in weight
loss with more than 40 years of proven effectiveness, announced
today that in order to meet growing consumer demand for its
Nutrisystem® D® 5-Day Jumpstart Weight Loss Kit, the company has
ramped up production and will offer its product in 3,700 Walmart
stores by the end of June. Nutrisystem is a national
strategic partner of the American Diabetes Association and the
Nutrisystem® D® plan meets the nutritional
guidelines of the American Diabetes Association**.
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This new retail program for the Nutrisystem D weight loss kit
and its expansion marks important progress in Nutrisystem's overall
turnaround plan, led by Chief Executive Officer Dawn Zier, who joined the Company in late 2012.
Nutrisystem D 5-day kits were first made available at retail
earlier this year in 2,000 Walmart stores, making a renowned diet
with proven benefits even more accessible to Americans
nationwide.
"A key element of our turnaround plan is to put a renewed focus
on product and program innovation. Our Jumpstart kits embody this
mandate and we're pleased the kits are resonating with consumers,"
said Dawn Zier, Nutrisystem's Chief
Executive Officer. "We're thrilled to offer our products at the
world's largest retailer and we applaud Walmart for all they're
doing to help their customers live healthier lives."
According to the most recent CDC National Diabetes Fact Sheet,
on average, there is a new case of diabetes diagnosed in the U.S.
every 17 seconds. Another 79 million, or one in three American
adults, have prediabetes, meaning they are at high risk for
developing the disease, which kills more Americans than breast
cancer and HIV combined, and is a major driver of preventable
healthcare costs.
"Consumers coping with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes are
turning to Nutrisystem year-round as a practical solution for
managing their weight, which is so important for blood glucose
levels and overall well-being," noted Zier.
Nutrisystem D Kits at Walmart Product Description
The
Nutrisystem D complete program, combined with counseling, is
clinically proven and was developed specifically for people with
type 2 diabetes who want to lose weight. It is a low glycemic diet
(Low GI) based on more than 40 years of research. With six
eating occasions a day, it is designed to help keep blood glucose
levels stable and to prevent appetite spikes.
VALUE: At $44.98, the
Nutrisystem D kit is an economical option for consumers looking to
make the most of their weekly grocery budget.
WHAT'S IN THE KIT: The kit includes five breakfasts,
lunches, snacks and dinners. Nutrisystem® foods are intended
to be combined with fresh grocery additions such as low fat yogurt,
salad, fruit and vegetables. A free sample meal planer and grocery
shopping guide is included with all kits.
COMPLIMENTARY COUNSELING BY PROFESSIONALS: Purchase of a
kit also includes unlimited access to Nutrisystem's Certified
Diabetes Educators, registered dietitians and weight loss
counselors.
ONLINE TRACKERS: Consumers can also take advantage of
free online trackers to track glucose levels, fitness, food,
weight, water and more.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit nutrisystem.com/walmart or
call 1-877-643-THIN
**American Diabetes Association: Standards of Medical
Care in Diabetes – 2012 (Position Statement). Diabetes Care 35
(suppl.1): S11-S63.
About Nutrisystem
Having helped Americans lose
millions of pounds for over 40 years, Nutrisystem, Inc. (NASDAQ:
NTRI) develops evidence-based programs for healthy weight
management, and is the leading provider of home-delivered weight
loss meal plans. Nutrisystem offers balanced nutrition in the
form of low glycemic index meal plans designed for men and women,
including seniors, vegetarians and the Nutrisystem® D® program for
people with or at risk for type 2 diabetes. The Fort Washington, PA-based company also
provides weight management support and counseling by trained
weight-loss coaches and registered dietitians, as well as through
an engaged online community, online tools and trackers, mobile
apps, cookbooks and more. Healthcare professionals may
learn more about the programs by visiting www.nutrisystem.com/hcp.
Nutrisystem® weight loss plans, including the Nutrisystem© D©
program, are available directly to consumers
through www.nutrisystem.com, by phone (1-800-435-4074) and at
select retailers.
SOURCE Nutrisystem, Inc.