Lose weight and get healthy without expensive programs, and save your money for your new wardrobe. Americans spend over $40 billion every year on weight-loss programs. Many of these "purchased plans" require the individual to keep buying prepared meals, shakes, pills, and support in order to be successful. Yet with all this spending, physicians estimate that 90percent of the participants can't take the weight off and keep it off long term. It's an investment with a poor track record. The result of these failed dieting attempts is damaging emotionally as well as financially. Participants walk away from the program disappointed that they are still overweight and wondering if the money they spent was a waste. The Skinny Budget Diettells the story of Linda Goff's weight-loss journey and gives you the tools you need to be successful without buying an expensive program or signing a contract. This book will teach you how to track calories and nutrition for free, set up an ongoing support system, plan meals, shop in bulk, and exercise without putting a dent in the family budget.