1. Deborah Farber Librarian Casa Loma College

2.  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

3.  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

4.  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®

5.  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

6.  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

10.  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