Weight Watchers Points Plus Calculation
The core philosophy behind Weight Watchers programs is to use a science-driven approach to help participants lose weight by forming helpful habits, eating smarter, getting more exercise and providing support.
Weight Watchers Points Plus Calculator
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Formula
pp = max {round ([(16*p) + (19*c) + (45*f) - (14*r)] / 175), 0}
Where,
pp - Weight watchers pointsplus
p - Protein
c - Carbohydrates
f - Fat
r - Dietary fiber
With Weight Watchers, every food has a PointsPlus value, which takes into account a food's protein, carbs, fat, and fiber.
Example:
Calculate the Points Plus for the following
Protein = 50 gm
Carbohydrates = 20 gm
Fat = 10 gm
Fiber = 5 gm
Solution:
Apply formula:
pp = max {round ([(16*p) + (19*c) + (45*f) - (14*r)] / 175), 0}
Points Plus = 9