It also lists 14 weight-loss programs in hospital or university settings.

"People tend to launch on a weight-loss program and try to change everything in their lives all at once."

Most weight-loss programs can help you lose weight at first.

Explain how a weight-loss program can help your company's bottom line.

You may not know what to look for in a weight-loss program or what questions to ask.

Professionals working for weight-loss programs should be able to answer the questions listed below.

Strength training is also an important part of a weight-loss program.

Limit how much you eat out, especially early in your weight-loss program.

The company does not contend that it is a weight-loss program.

A safe and realistic weight-loss program will lead to an average weight loss of one to two pounds a week.