Anyone on LA weight loss?

I looked at them a few months ago, and found them to be overpriced and the were good at pushing their supplements for an additional fee...

health magazine's diet guide hasa review of it
While it bills itself as “a unique combination of regular foods” and “personalized one-on-one counseling,” this program is not all that different from many others. In fact, it’s the same strategy registered dietitians employ when they work with weight-loss clients. Trouble is, dietitians aren’t the ones giving the expensive advice, but counselors who are compensated based on the revenue of the sales of supplements and snack bars at their center. You can’t help but wonder about the quality of their advice.

Does the diet take and keep weight off? There are no independent scientific studies. The company reports that dieters can expect to lose up to 2 pounds per week based on internal audits it has conducted for the last 5 years.

Is the diet healthy? Probably. A registered dietitian directs nutrition services for the company, and the balance of protein, fat, and carbs is within recommended ranges. One problem: The 1,100-calorie plan barely meets nutritionally adequate levels. Most health professionals recommend at least 1,200 calories or more per day, preferably 1,500 calories. What do the experts say? “Dieters do have success if they follow the program to the letter,” says registered dietitian Edee Hogan, a Washington, D.C., nutrition and culinary consultant whose clients have tried the program. “They lose weight. But they don’t have much wiggle room.” In fact, the program is so strict that dieters become lost when it comes to handling special-occasion meals and events not on the plan, Hogan says. Registered dietitian Shannon Crosby finds the diet is essentially “a safe and sound plan,” but she takes issue with the fact that counselors make commission on sales of the L A Lites bars and supplements.

Who should consider the diet? Dieters with deep pocketbooks.

Bottom line: Probably OK, but it’ll cost ya. Watch out for hidden expenses, such as supplements and snack bars, that can raise fees much higher than advertised.
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I dont know who wrote that article and it isn't all wrong, however, Yes they are expensive, BUT...Counselors are people who have succeeded on the program. Most are Certified Personal Trainers, Med-Tecs or Nutrition Counselors with a background. They are paid a salary. There are 9 different plans none are 1,100 calories, all are more... up to 2,100 calories. You do not have to buy supplements or bars but like anything else diet or other, yes, they product push. The plan is strict but any diet plan or "Lifestyle" has to be somewhat strict or you wont lose the weight. Thats where the discipline comes in. If we had it from the begining and didnt need the strict disciplined program or plan, we wouldnt be overweight to begin with. Ive lost 100 pounds and am down to my last 10 and am here because I still need the discipline, motivation, encouragement and support. You can lose weight without any program just diet and exercise is all you really need. If you can afford a program thats great not everyone can. Are they all the same? No, they all differ but the bottom line is you have to burn more calories then you take in. Exercise speeds up the process. Can you do it alone? Absolutely!! Go for it and good luck all.
 
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