CAMDEN, N.J., Jan 15, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Just in time for the New Year, V8(R) 100% vegetable juice unveils its new diet plan exclusively at V8diet.com. With a click of the mouse, all the information needed to succeed is available online free of charge, from balanced meal plans to support tips to help dieters lose up to 8 pounds in 8 weeks.
The new V8(SM) diet plan offers two tools to help people meet their weight loss goals: 8 days of meal plans and a handy guide of substitutions to get dieters on track and keep them there. Designed by nutrition and culinary experts at Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB), the flexible meal plans include many popular favorite foods; even the restaurant take-out options people love.
“When we set out to create the V8 diet, we wanted to offer a menu plan that focuses on the importance of vegetables to help achieve calorie reduction,” says Dr. Chor San Khoo, Vice President of Campbell’s Global Nutrition and Health department. “The result is a diet plan that’s easy to follow, featuring at least six servings of vegetables each day along with other easy-to-prepare foods.” “It’s great for people on-the-go,” Dr. Khoo adds.
The diet incorporates generous portions of vegetables, including varieties of V8 100% vegetable juice, and strives for the steady weight loss of one to two pounds a week that most experts recommend. Individuals who would rather not follow a set daily eating plan can access a “Substitution Guide” of easy to adapt tips for weight loss. For example, substituting a 12-ounce bottle of V8 100% vegetable juice for a 12-ounce can of cola saves dieters 85 calories. Enjoying baked potato chips instead of regular chips saves another 42 calories. The goal is to choose several substitutions in order to save 500 calories a day.
By downloading the “Substitution Guide,” dieters will have at their fingertips ideas for lower calorie alternatives. Sidebars link viewers to meal portion guides, government-approved information on weight control and “Frequently Asked Questions,” as well as meal plan recipes from Campbell’s Kitchen.
“The V8 diet is a great way for people to get the power of vegetables into their diet,” says Doug Brand, Associate Marketing Manager for the V8 brand. “We know that people love V8 100% vegetable juice for its great nutritional benefits. Our products are also a great fit into a low calorie or low carb lifestyle and we wanted to deliver a diet plan that showcases all the great varieties of V8 as well as lots of other vegetables to help people lose weight.”
Each eight-ounce glass of V8(R) 100% vegetable juice contains more than a full serving of vegetables and is an excellent source of essential vitamins A and C. A serving of V8 100% vegetable juice is a good source of potassium and has 17 milligrams of lycopene, the antioxidant that gives tomatoes their red color. That’s more than four times the amount of lycopene found in a medium fresh tomato. Diets rich in tomato products have been associated with long-term health benefits. Scientists believe that lycopene may play a role in reducing the risk for certain types of cancer.
In addition to dietary changes, the V8(SM) diet also recommends that participants enjoy a regular exercise routine. Participants are advised to consult with a physician before beginning any diet or exercise program.
About Campbell Soup Company
Campbell Soup Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of high quality soup, sauce, beverage, biscuit, confectionery and prepared food products. The company is 134 years old, with nearly $7 billion in annual sales and a portfolio of more than 20 market-leading brands. For more information on the company, visit Campbell’s website on the Internet at www.campbellsoup.com. For more information about V8 brand, visit V8juice.com.
SOURCE: Campbell Soup Company
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