<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Dear Diedre and friends, I am responding about commercial diet programs. Of course, Jenny Craig and other similar plans have their own food, which would not be appropriate for celiacs. I have been a member of Weight Watchers a long time (pre-celiac days). It was easier to lose weight before diagnosis, unfortunately. However, all along the Weight Watcher plans have been appropriate for celiacs because of the option of substitution. I believe the earlier program where we counted carbos, protein, fat, milk, etc. was easier for celiacs. Now the counting system is based on the nutritional values one finds in cookbooks or on labels, although there is a good generic guide for values. It is a very good balanced food plan and can be adapted for all celiacs with extra investigation. I like the meetings, too, for reinforcement -- kind of like a support group, if you will. I know I would be even bigger if I didn't go to the meetings regularly. I still have my "red light" foods that I should completely avoid. Losing weight takes commitment and a plan and support from family. Good luck! Janet in Houston