EDITORIAL MISSION

Being overweight has reached epidemic proportions. Nearly two-thirds of all American adults are considered overweight. In Fact, obesity (defined as having a Body Mass index [BMI] of 30 or more) has increased among U.S. women in all age groups with middle-aged women at a particularly high risk of obesity.

The health risks are enormous. A list of negative side effects include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, depression, breast cancer, cardiovascular disease, gallbladder disease, incontinence, obstetric and gynecological complications, and infertility. Moreover, people who are overweight appear to have much more prejudice and discrimination directed at them.


 

REGULAR COLUMNS

My WWM
Letters In each issue we share reader’s e-mails and letters, corporate news from WWI’s President, and a message from the Editor-in-Chief.

Seen and Heard News, research, info, how-tos, and seasonal advice on key topics for our readers delivered in a variety of bite-size formats. Topics include diet, health, nutrition, fitness, and behavior.

Issues A crib sheet for readers on the hot-button weight-related topics of the day that are being debated from water cooler to cocktail party.

My Diet
Diet Manners Reader’s write in with their diet questions and WWM’s celeb guests dish out the advice with attitude and humor.

At the Office This multi-item column will employ a variety of formats and devices to help readers cope with
the pressures of workplace dieting. We tackle the toughest office situations, offer deskside workouts, give
mini-snack ideas, and more.

Food Diary With the help of an RD and a WW Leader we take a sneak peek inside a real member’s food diary and use text and visuals to map out improvements, offer tips, and dish up expert advice. Plus: Top take-home tips for readers.

Our Choices We illustrate two takes on the same type of meal or snack, one that’s high in POINTS and one that’s a POINTS bargain.


My Food
Fun with Colors This visual page will include 5-6 items of produce (some common, some unknowns and newcomers) all grouped around a single color theme each issue (i.e. red, blue, purple) with tips, mini-recipes, and more.

Recipe Rx A newly revamped version of our very popular Reader Recipe Makeover column.

Cook to Cook Our food editor serves up a variety of must-know, best-ever tips, secrets, news, and how-to’s for healthy cooks.

All About Herbs We help readers navigate the herb puzzle. When and how to use what, herbs that deliver maximum flavor, pairing dos and don’ts, storage tips, and how to buy with an eye on cost-savings.

Short Cuts A convenience food gets paired with 2-3 simple, fresh ingredients and is made into a fast, healthy, meal that cuts time, POINTS, and hassle.

Menus A complete menu plan, mini-meals, and a shopping list for Core and Flex followers.


My Health
Diagnosis We lead readers through a member’s medical mystery from a doctor’s point of view as he/she uncovers what’s wrong with a particular patient.

My Story A first-person account of a member’s inspiring struggle with a health condition plus details on how their weight loss played a role.


My Looks
Ask the Experts In this hybrid beauty and fashion page, our style editor’s answer readers’ most pressing questions about looking good when they’re in transition.

Style Express We grab a niche group of members to do mini-makeovers on each issue (new moms, 40+, men, etc). Plus, each makeover contains a “splurge” and “steal” element in which we highlight a product/accessory used in the makeover and give readers a pricey and bargain option for each.

Basics We take an item every woman owns (khakis, shoes, bag etc) and give the best tips on how to navigate it to look thinner. To include brand details, what-to-wear-with help, sizing info, a “trend translated” box, and more. Plus: A Reader Panel Member road-tests our favorite pick.

My Body
Walk Talk WWM readers weigh in with the tips and tricks that keep them walking. Will also include a longer, anchor item with an expert’s take on walking topic of interest to our readers (i.e. 5 must-know tips for cold-weather walking).

WWM’s Ultimate Walking Challenge A yearlong progressive walking workout; readers may be able to track progress and get supplemental info, entry forms, and more online.

You Can Do It Various writers offer their first-person accounts of activities (i.e. kayaking, walking, mountain climbing) that have changed their lives and bodies for the better. Plus: Checklists and cheat-sheets for readers looking to get started.


My Success
Loving & Losing We spotlight members who’ve loved—and lost—together. Whether they met at meetings, or are longtime partners who joined the Program together; we reveal the ins and outs of taking it off in tandem.

Success Stories Spotlight on our members and the tools, tricks, and strategies that helped them succeed. Plus, best pull-out tip from each member’s Leader.


My Kitchen

Feature Each issue we feature a tempting collection of our favorite recipes and stories that we know will send readers straight to the kitchen.

Stay on Track In this yearlong recipe contest, WWM is on the prowl for the best-ever reader-developed recipe. Each issue we feature one (or more) of our top picks.

30-Minute Meal We help readers build a complete meal in just 20 minutes. To include a shopping list, timesaving game plan, and more. Excerpted from WW’s cookbook, In No Time.

Big Eats These recipes are so low in POINTS that you can have seconds!

Something Sweet Gorgeous, mouthwatering desserts that readers will never believe they can still enjoy.

My Recipes
Have it your way when it comes to WWM's recipes this year. Recognizing that our readers range from “microwave only" to true foodies, we offer a variety of targets.

My Wellness Workbook
In this back of book wellness how-to workbook we’ll provide readers with all the tools they need to feel great from a health and fitness perspective.

 

Please note: All editorial subject to change.