Healthy Apps from Weight Watchers

Deborah FarberLibrarian

Casa Loma College

Each food has points associated with it◦ Points Plus® values are based on a combination

of total fat, carbohydrates, protein and fiber. ◦ Salt and sugar are also accounted for◦ 40 calories= 1 point plus value

The lowest number of daily points consumed is 26

There are also 49 extra points for indulgences

The Weight Watchers Points Plus System®

Weight Watchers encourages members to be active and exercise regularly

Members can earn extra points through activity

The amount of Activity Points Plus Values® Values depends on several factors◦ Age◦ Weight and height◦ Activity duration and intensity

The Importance of Activity

Members can track activity using the Activity tracker and calculator or Weight Watchers eTools®

Members can also track activity and earn points using the Active Link®

Tracking Activity

Active Link from Philips is an activity monitor that measures all types of movement◦ Standing◦ Bending◦ Side to side◦ Forward/backward

It is a USB device that can be worn clipped or hung around the neck

Unlike the Activity calculator on eTools®, Active Link measures activity throughout the day

What is Active Link®?

The monitor plugs into a USB port and syncs with the software installed on the computer

The data is then uploaded to the internet and shared with Weight Watchers eTools

What is Active Link® (Contd.)

Active Link Home Page

Day View

Week View

An initial 8-day assessment measures typical activity and establishes an activity goal for the user to attain

The software allows the user to name an activity, which can affect Activity Points Plus ®Values earned

Challenges encourage users to increase points earned gradually

Other Features