Subway Diet

In response to Kathylaramore, you cannot maitain a healthy weight by not eating a healthy breakfast and a light supper, unless you work the midnight shift. when you start back on a diet, you need at least 35 gms of fiber per day, at least 8-10 gla*ses of water per day and at least 7-8 hours of sleep every 24 hours. you cannot lose weight and keep it off by not exercising at least half an hour to one hour per day. I am sure that if Jared lost 200 and kept it off, he made some major life changes. You cannot afford to eat regular after you have been morbidly obese. Eating ReGULAR---whatever that means? perhaps junk food? or too much carbs? Next time you decide to go back on a diet, choose a more balanced diet than Subways. Remember, what works for one person may not work for you. Votes: +0

As someone who recently lost 55 pounds myself this last year, I can say that I don't think Jared did his weight loss the healthy way. It is NOT a good idea for anyone to eat less than 1200 calories per day MINIMUM. Skipping breakfast is BAD - it really is the most important meal of the day as it stokes your metabolism and starts your body off burning calories every day. It seams like everyone agrees that the diet soda was not the best solution - it should have been plain ole God given WATER! THe more the better! If you want to eat Subway - I'd only recommend once a day - and skip the mayo, cheese and processed lunch meats...opt for extra veggies and turkey or beef. 5-6 mini-meals work the best as it keeps your metabolism burning at an even rate all day long and keeps you from getting hungry and binging! Anyone can do it, you just have to have a little willpower and a lot of determination. Good luck to those of you still on the journey - remember, it's not a diet, it's a new way of life!!!! Votes: +1

YOU HAVE TO CHANGE THE WAY YOU EAT ALSO EXERCISE ,LOTS OF WATER,ALSO WALKING I AM HAPPY FOR ANYONE THAT DOES LOSE THEIR WEIGHT, Votes: +2

I want to ask Anthony Davis two questions: If you lost 500 pounds, what is/was your wt. and What diet did you follow? I am in shock!!! Votes: +0

I don't like a diet that encourages you to skip breakfast. What did he eat in between meals? Some people can't go that long between dinner and lunch the next day. Good for Jared but I can't afford to eat two meals a day everyday at Subway. Votes: +0

I AM LOSING WEIGHT JUST,WATCHING WHAT I EAT ALSO EXERCIES,DRINK WATERI FEEL BETTER. Votes: +0

Congratulations to Jared for losing the weight and then keeping it off; however, I was surprised to see that he did NOT eat breakfast! That is truly the most important meal of the day, and the one the kickstarts our metabolism. I do hope he is eating breakfast these days...doesn't have to be a huge meal, maybe a little fruit and a yogurt. Votes: +0

Wow! I did not know the history behind Jared losing his weight. I love going to subway too. The food is always fresh and you can add extra veggies. What about the bread? His diet is suggesting a little bit of bread is alright. Jared used turkey would chicken work too? The key seems to be One meat at lunch and vegggies for dinner and two breads. No variety the same meal (that's the hard part). Votes: +0

My comment is for person #10 What suprises me is that you are aiming Jared's weight problems on his father? Jared is an adult, you don't know the situation, maybe the father was a true advocate to his son's poor eating problems, maybe the son did not want to listen, as most adult children of that age...remember you can only lead a horse to water, but can't make him drink!!! Sounds like someone had a big gla*s of hate o rade... Votes: +1

If He found what works for him as well as what will get him moving-then it's ok for him. Not everyone will agree with it. The important thing is that he lost the weight. His Father can guide him along but allowed his Son to make his own decisions-so yes, he was overweight. I will add a Subway sandwich to my weekly menu now that I have read the article. So far-my weight loss is just 5-6 lbs. but I am wearing a size 18 instead of a size 22 so something is working! Votes: +0

Jaded did a life style change, he did not stop eating subways when he reached his goal and he did not stop walking either. Loosing weight is good but if you don't find a way to continue the change then the pounds will come back and bring friends! Votes: +0

This comment goes to out to anyone who thinks what Jared did was great.Losing the weight defeats the purpose because of the way he lost it.He lost it unhealthy.Thus,causing him to gain it back that much faster.Also your body gets use to what every you do and put in it.As for exercise or what we eat and then its no longer as effective.And soda in any diet is bad.What about 100% Natural Juices and all the other foods Jared may have left out.You need a healthy balance of fats,carbs,and protein in order to lose weight.Also an exercise regimen.And the key to losing weight is to burn more calories than you take in. Oh and take vitamins.I hope this information helps anyone who may be wanting to lose weight.I always research about health and I know from expierence.Another tip is portion control and do not diet but 2 times a week and have one cheat day.Never gain more pounds than you can lose in a few days or so.And under no circumstances should your calorie intake be 1000 calories that isn't realistic your body needs calories, amino acids,fats good ones,fiber,carbs, water,rest,vitamins/minerals,exercise,and less stress to have a fighting chance in losing the weight.And ladies get your hormones levels checked out. It can be the cause of your weight gain as well as making it hard to lose weight. Votes: +0

Under 1000 calories, that's horrible, and no breakfast, even worse, AND diet soda??!! That was not healthy at all, I'm surprised. Votes: +2

Harold, In the final analysis,we alone are responsible for what we put in our mouths!
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There is a book written by Jared about his whole experience. I found it quite interesting. Votes: +0

This is great, it worked for him, just understand it's not for everyone, and I don't think Subway or Jared is saying that. It's what worked for him, he's an inspiration. Votes: +0

I think the point to Jared pointing out what he did was that he found something that 'worked' for him and so can everyone else. Votes: +0

I'm an expert in this food/diet business, and i would like to comment that Jared could have easily lost weight by eating breakfast in the morning, making his own sandwich (which would have been cheaper and healthier than buying it)and exercise on a routine basis. We need to look after our own health, the common misconception by people wanting to loose weight is that they think they must turn to "diets" for help, even though these specific "diets" benefit the industry and harm the person's health. Take control of your weight yourself,and consult people with that are trustworthy and don't try to sell you a product or diet to help with your weight-loss because its likely that they are taking advantage of you. You can loose weight by eating normally (not starving yourself), eating your favourite foods, and being active. Loosing weight is a commitment for life. Votes: +1

We don’t have to literally go on the Subway diet, 2-3 sandwiches a day, 7 days a week. What we need to do is eat sensibly and make good choices. All of us lead busy lives and it becomes necessary to grab a bite to eat while on the run. I think this story points out that we can sometimes eat fast food without jeopardizing our diet by being more aware of what is available and making wise choices. I chose a Subway, loaded with lots of vegetables, the other day over stopping at a hamburger place. I skipped the soft drink and took the sandwich with me, drinking water instead. I had a satisfying meal without feeling hungry 2-3 hours later and didn’t feel guilty doing it. No, I would not eat Subway 7 days a week. But when having to get something at a fast food place, we do have choices and it is up to us to make them wisely. Votes: +1

Here are a few healthy solutions to losing and maintaining weight, without frequenting any fast food place, like Subway, which by the way, may be healthier than most, but deli meats
are loaded with sodium, and chemicals we don’t need. Cut down on your meat consumption and fatten up your sandwiches more with the lettuce and tomato, or cucumbers. Our bodies need about seventy percent alkaline, thirty percent acid. Meats are acidic, so lets simplify this by saying about three quarter veggies, one quarter meat. Diet sodas are a big no no! Soda itself, is extremely bad for you, it is loaded with sugar, and contains absolutely zero in nutrition. Another good thing to know is; anything that says light or no fat or no sugar, is nine times out of ten, even unhealthier, because they are usually adding some new additives that is man made and unnatural, and our bodies will reject it in one way or another further down the line. Make your drinks fun and healthy. Put some bubble in your favorite juice with seltzer water (an equal half of each); throw in a few cherries a strawberry or an orange or lime slice. There are so many studies on soda (diet or otherwise) and it is never good! And no matter what you choose to drink in-between, drink a gla*s of water, at least three times a day! Make it a habit like brushing your teeth, just do it and don’t think about it. You will find you have less colds and illnesses, the more you drink water!
The key to healthy eating is three things: 1) Make it lean 2) Make it small 3) Eat a little bit of everything low in sugar, carbs and fat, and never eat nothing at all! Don't skip a meal; eat six small meals instead, if you can. Your body burns fat when it has something to burn, so if you don't feed it, it just sits there and does nothing. So eat smaller meals more frequently, and your body will turn into a factory burning machine. If you eat out, eat half of what is on your plate, take the other half home and eat it a few hours later! If you're going to snack, try alternatives like nuts, or a stalk of celery with peanut butter(if you haven't had it, you should), and whatever you do snack on, from bags or boxes, measure a hand full, and put the rest away! Also, try eating your proteins without your carbs; it also speeds up your metabolism, and is better for your digestion. It's simple; when you eat meat, eat it with veggie’s not potatoes, pasta or rice. When you eat Potatoes, Pasta or rice, eat that with veggies as well. Just don't combine meat and carbs together, and I am sure you will notice, that if you eat this way, in smaller quantities, you will see positive results, and you will find you will have a lot more energy! One last thing....Walk..Walk..Walk..as much as you can! Walk through the mall more often, walk longer through the supermarkets, park further away as much as you can...just Walk..Walk..Walk ….walk together with someone, or a group, stick to one or two set days of the week and commit to it! Pick a nice route with a pretty view, or a park, and if you choose to walk alone, use the time while you are walking to relax your mind, and think about things that make you happy, or get a pair of headphones and listen to your favorite music CD while you are walking, but be careful to keep the volume down so you can hear the traffic and stay coherent with what is going on around you at all times! But there you have it! Be good to your body, and it will be good to you!
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I'm sure one of the reasons he kept the weight off...or the motivating factor was that he became famous..... Votes: +0

To anyone who wants to lose weight.....when you make changes to your diet, make small, permanent, healthy changes. Going on fad diets, losing a bunch of weight, going off the diet and gaining the weight back is unhealthy. Just like the unhealthy foods that got you there in the first place. If you eat a healthy balanced diet, add vitamin supplements(maybe), and exercise(the big key in all of this), the results come in time. I know, I've done it. For me, a high protein diet with minimal amounts of carbohydrates, lots of fruits and vegetables(this includes raw, cooked, and dried), NO POP period. I drink huge amounts of water, juice and tea. I lost more weight than I expected to and felt so much better physically and mentally. I have plateaued to a comfortable weight and have maintained it for more than a year. No matter what anyone does, there is always going to be a critic, or negative feedback. Find what works for you and keep it. Good luck to all........ Votes: +1

I tried a few diets that didn't work for me. I tried taking Acia berry with colon cleanse, which was a waste I didn't loose a pound. This sounds like a diet that would work. I like Subway, it's filling and it tastes good. I also like the fact it limits the fat intake, and pomotes the veggies. Votes: +1

I tried many diets that didn't work. Recently I did a free tial of Acai berry and the colon cleanse which didn't do anything for me, except cost me a mint.This diet sounds like a good one. Lots of veggies, and cuts out the fried food. I think I'm going to try it. Votes: +1

For starters - we're all happy Jared (& anyone else in the same success) found a new & improved self. However, there are a few things people need to realize: 1000 calories/day is NOT sufficient. - Cutting out BREAKFAST is the worst diet notion many people fall into. If you REALLY wanna lose weight - EAT BREAKFAST. And DIET soda is worse for you than regular soda. If you are trying to cut out sugars (which is a good idea) - stay away from diet sodas - instead drink water or natural juices - or just moderate the amt of regular soda you drink (cut down). I have never been obese - the most I've ever needed to lose is probably 35 lbs. I am not in love with food. But the same struggle of loving myself based on physical appearances is something I attempt to hurdle on a regular basis. That last "20" is the hardest - and whether it's 20 - or 200 lbs..its boils down to self-esteem / confidence. I have found what's worked for me is WATCHING MY FAT INTAKE. I don't cut ANYTHING out 100%!! I count my fat grams. When I eat breakfast (bagel, yogurt, cereal, eggs, bacon, etc) - i find I lose my greatest amt of weight - quicker. I have replaced my white breast w/ whole-grain. I eat lots of turkey, chicken breast, and fish. I also eat lots of green veggies. I am stingy w/ the amt of condiments I use. And I do NOT deprive myself of my sweets... I just take them in moderation. AND EXERCISE - - if you want the lbs to melt off - - follow what ever diet works best for you - and exercise!!! I'm happy for Jared - - but I would never recommend it for anyone... that's just me... ;) Votes: +1

lol.. i meant to say i replaced my white BREAD w/ whole grain - - not my white breast. My bad... :) Votes: +0

I'm glad that Jared lost the weight but I have lost over 50 lbs in less than a year just buy excersising and just cutting out snacks. As long as you do a cardio and then strenght training you will lose the weight. People these days are lazy and do not want to use any energy to do anything. Cuting calories will NOT just do it you need to get your whole body involved if you really want to lose the weight. Trust me I started out only lasting 15 minutes on the eliptical machine and now I do 45 minutes and 1 hour of working out from abs to arms and legs all with a excersise ball and resistance bands and of course an eliptical machine. People try to get up and move please. Votes: +0

I wouldn't recommend this diet for someone that has had a heart attack, to much salt and still to much saturated fat Votes: +0

Kudoos to Jared. (Jared, if you read this, your family and mine grew up together. You went to school with my sister, Lainey)
Anyway, I am proud of you. However, some people's comments are positive and others negative. Some are educated and others, well, not as much. Many people have dietary needs and have different taste buds, habits, and even have certain restrictions - ie.allergy. Many of Sub-way MEATS are PROCESSED, making all of them not healthy. They are loaded with salt. Personally, I can only eat Subway SALAD......due to the latter. So, those who wish to begin a diet, consult a nutritionist, dietitian or someone more educated with diets and personal needs. The answer to most weight loss is MODERATION....DO NOT DEPRIVE YOURSELF A SMALL PORTION OF THOSE "BAD OR FATTENING FOODS". You'll do what most people do when they "go off their diets" after reaching their goal....GAIN IT ALL BACK PLUS SOME. Proper, well-balanced diet, proper 4-6 meals throughout the day, and exercise is the SMARTEST WEIGHT LOSS PLAN. Even around "HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS"...Be OK with yourself to "cheat" today....enjoy your food choice....that is what makes it "enjoyable, satisfying and gets one over the crave of a binge or dread that you can't have it crap... to celebrate. One cannot live on a diet their entire life and never have that forbidden food.
Jared was very overweight...obese...OK, so, the "crash" diet / calories worked for him. And, I am proud that he keeps his weight under control....realize that (it is said) he skipped breakfast. That is a dieters NO-NO. Everyone needs to wake their body up first thing in the morning after the "sleep fast", if you will. Eat a protein/carb combo....have a piece of fruit...something to begin the burning fuel engine.....If one eats 4, 5, or even 6 small smart choice meals/ snacks throughout the day, it will keep your metabolism rate up and you wont be as hungry, hence small meals will become satisfying.........that's my "free" advise. Good luck to all of us who maintain weight or have as little as 3 lbs to over 100 lbs. desired to lose. Remember that YOU are NOT alone. At one point or another, EVERYONE watches their diet! G-d Bless! Judy :-) Votes: +0

Jared's father may be a doctor, but a diet should be ok'd by a nutritionist, who specialist in it. Skipping breakfast is not good, you need to give your body fuel and help keep the metabolism going. And where were his fruits? Chicken, and lean cuts of beef, could also be used. He may have gotten enough nutrients to survive, but the body needs more variety than that. Votes: +0

I agree, that's a ridiculous distance to walk for a meal! I frequently bike to work, and it takes me 40 or so minutes, a distance of 5.3 miles. It would take way too much time to walk round trip. I still say someone who specialized in nutrition is needed. If you eat a lot of fruits and veggies, lean meats including mostly fish and chicken, whole grain over white flour, and avoid most white sugar, plus excercise, you'll be healthy. Votes: +0

No-7-8 miles is not too far to walk-Walking is the best exercise and the least expensive-Walk the 3-4 miles-eat your veggie sandwich and walk back with a big smile on your face-because you are on your way to being healthy!r Votes: +0

I thought this ad was too sketchy. For instance, it doesn't state how long it took him to lose all that weight. & how in the world is such a diet under 1,000 calories? Why was the restaurant nearby?-- what the heck did he do for excersize? (And don't get me started on the aspartame issues!) And what about sodium?! Votes: +0

Just because Jared's father is a physician doesn't give him a free pa*s from being overweight. It took a lot of will-power to loose that much weight and I say to him, GREAT JOB. Votes: +1

I love this diet! So easy, even a caveman could do it. I weighed in @ 200 lbs. That means I only have to lose 75 lbs. Plus like Jared, I have a Subway just down the road from my apartment. I am so excited now! Votes: +0

Never struggled with your weight huh, April? And I'm not talking about that 3 pounds you need to lose to before swimsuit season. Instead of standing in judgment, try to have a little empathy. Votes: +0

I agree with comment #6. My husband and I truck our small kids everywhere in nice weather in the stroller and we go all over town doing what errands we can. We walk quite a few miles a day and I don't think 3-4 miles is much to ask really. It's exercise, yea? Votes: +0

I don't know about how healthy or unhealthy the diet is. I would think that the diet sodas and bags of potato chips wouldn't be so wise. I just cut down on my nightly snacks and try to walk 2-5 miles a day (broken up into morning and night walks) with my dogs and I've lost 63 lbs. I was 204 two years ago, and 20 of those pounds I've lost since March. I drink lots of water and much less soda than I used to. I believe I may be keeping it off, because I'm not losing it drastically. I do eat Subway sandwiches because they're healthier than the othe fast foods, but I don't believe that the chips are all that great for you. Good luck to everyone out there who shares our problems! Votes: +1

I've read that the artificial sweeteners used in diet sodas affect cortisol...and end up contributing to mid-torso fat retention. And that artificial sweetners cause the brain to "hyper-excite" so that you will have cravings. And that there was a potential effect on brain function. SO I stopped using artificial sweetners. Yes that means diet sodas went out the door. Started driking iced tea istead, used Xylitol or sorbital as sweetners instead, "carry my own". Lost 10 lbs in one year doing nothing but that, no exercise, etc. Added SOME (doing nothing will get you nowhere ..but im not like "Mrs. Work-Out"...) exercise every day and portion control ..have lost same amount of weight in 2 months, tons of inches and regained my flexibility :) Life is good :) Read up on artificial sweetners... Votes: +1

The problem with diets like this, as somsone already said, is that as soon as you lose the weight and start eating regularly again, you gain the weight back. A far better alternative is replacing the fatty food you eat with better choices. Certainly replace McDonalds with Subway, but there are better alternatives than diet soda, and skipping breakfast is no good for your metabolism. I've lost 80 pounds in the past year just by eating 5 smaller meals a day, cutting my coffee intake to just the morning and drink caffiene free, diet tea or water the rest of the day. I still eat whatever I want, just in smaller portions, and a lot fewer snacks. I've become conscious of how many calories I eat. I don't say no to pizza, burgers or cheesecake, but I don't eat anywhere near what I used to and make sure I compensate for the extra calories with an evening walk or a smaller dinner. I'm certainly not saying Jared doesn't deserve props for losing as much as he did. Good for him! But this is definitely a fad diet that can turn around and bite you back if you're not really careful. Votes: +0

Afew years ago i went into the hosp.i weighed 112 lbs.,3 mo. ago i wieghed in at 225,i'm now at 190.i'm very ill and i have to have surg.in 2 mo.my dr. said that i have to lose this wieght so i'm gona try this subway diet.my dr.said that i have to come in and have a check up every 2 wk's.to make sure that i'm doing good.today is the day to start the subway diet.wish me luck. Votes: +0

Exactly how much is in the sandwitch in every detail?!!!!!!!!!!!!! to the t????? I'd like to know for I count points in Weight Watchers! Votes: +0

Going without breakfast is a bad idea. Subway does have very good breakfasts. Plus they have a great green iced tea and a wide variety of sandwiches for lunch and dinner. And the price is right.
This is a good place to eat out and not feel guilty. Votes: +0

I think Anyone who takes off over 200 pounds is amazing!!! I have lost 55 over the last year with exercise and portion control... so if it works then good for him!!! Good luck to all who are also fighting the battle of the bulge! Votes: +0

Sounds good to me. I will try that diet because I like Subway. Votes: +1

Congratulations to Jared for his weight loss and getting healthier, Also kudos to all on this board that have lost weight. I have lost 54 pounds since December 2008 and I have about 15 more pounds to go and I did it with portion control and exercising 3 to 5 days a week which includes weight training. It's been very hard but so worth it! Marie you and others really inspire me to reach my goal.
I am so glad that this board has a very positive tone and everyone is very supportive and encouraging. Good luck to all of you fighting the "battle of the bulge" I think I will give subway a try and see how it works for me because sometimes you need to change up your routine so it does not become monotnous and boreing. Votes: +0

You need to do some violence to your body! You allowed to pile up so much fat. It is now payback time! Votes: +1

I have about 35 pounds to lose in about eight months....good thing is I work at subway....so fifty percent off everything..But I love this idea, it seems logical and easy...so I think i would love to give this a shot...seeing as I have tried everything else and failed! Good luck to everyone trying to stay healthy and in shape! Votes: +0

So how long did it take.. I have around 45 lbs to lose... think I will try just wandering how long I might be looking at.. how long did it take jarred... and good for you Votes: +0

how long did it take him to lose the weight?? Votes: +0