Nutrisystem Introduces More New Meals And Snacks To Its Robust Menu Of High Quality, Nutrient-Rich Foods

FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., July 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Nutrisystem, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRI), a leading provider of weight management products and services, announced today the addition of several new frozen and pantry ready menu options that taste great while also delivering value, nutrition and convenience. The new meals and snacks, along with a few returning favorites, are rolling out now through the end of August.

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"These new menu options don't just taste great -- they contemporize our food portfolio by adding more variety and by underscoring our commitment to provide nutrient-rich food while also limiting artificial flavors, colors and preservatives," said Dawn Zier, CEO of Nutrisystem.

The new dinner entrees include:

• Chef's Table® Tilapia with Asparagus & Rice
• Chef's Table® Spaghetti Primavera with Chicken Meatballs
• Chef's Table® Grilled Chicken Sausage & Peppers
• Chef's Table® Whole Wheat Ricotta Crepes

The Chef's Table® dinner entrees, developed by a team of Nutrisystem chefs using only the freshest ingredients, feature advanced steamer bag technology. Each dinner entree delivers an excellent source of protein, is a good source of fiber and contains no artificial flavors or colors and has no added artificial preservatives.

The new and returning snack items also all deliver a good source of protein and fiber and contain no artificial flavors, colors and preservatives. These include:

• White Cheddar Popcorn
• Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
• Whole Grain Soft Pretzel

With these new summer menu additions, Nutrisystem continues to lead the home delivery weight loss industry in offering its customers the most diverse food choices totaling over 150 menu options. 

"Our customers rave about our food and frequently suggest favorite meals that they'd like to see next on the menu.  We appreciate that engagement and are pleased to introduce new products that we know they'll love and that provide the nutritional values they rely on to achieve healthy weight loss success," added Zier.

For more than 40 years, the Nutrisystem® program, along with its products, have helped Americans lose millions of pounds by offering a unique program that's based on the science of the low Glycemic Index and provides sound nutrition with delicious meals at an immense value. On the Nutrisystem® SUCCESS® program you can expect to lose 1 – 2 pounds per week and have complimentary access to weight loss counselors, registered dietitians, certified diabetes educators, mobile apps, and a vast online community.

For more information on Nutrisystem's new menu options and to order today, please visit www.nutrisystem.com/success4u or by calling 1-888-841-2572.

About Nutrisystem
Having helped Americans lose millions of pounds for over 40 years, Nutrisystem, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRI) develops evidence-based programs for healthy weight management, and is the leading provider of home-delivered weight loss meal plans. Nutrisystem offers balanced nutrition in the form of low glycemic index meal plans designed for men and women, including seniors, vegetarians and the Nutrisystem® D® program for people with diabetes or at risk for type 2 diabetes. Nutrisystem® plans include a wide variety of pantry and frozen entrees and snacks to aid in program satisfaction and adherence, as well as transition plans to support long-term success. The Fort Washington, PA-based company also provides weight management support and counseling by trained weight-loss coaches and registered dietitians, as well as through an engaged online community, online tools and trackers, mobile apps, cookbooks and more. Healthcare professionals may learn more about the programs by visiting www.nutrisystem.com/hcp.  Nutrisystem® weight loss plans are available directly to consumers through www.nutrisystem.com, by phone (1-800-435-4074) and at select retailers. 

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