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Friendship All Natural Cottage Cheese and NBC 10 Seek the Next Local Loser

in This Year's Healthy Lifestyle Challenge

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- What do a 46-year-old massage therapist, a 35-year-old administrative assistant, a 41-year-old comedian and computer help desk analyst, a 50-year-old CT Scan tech, and a 43-year-old substitute teacher have in common? They're all contestants in "The Friendship All Natural Cottage Cheese Local Loser Contest." And, they all want to win.

Over the next eight weeks, Friendship All Natural Cottage Cheese and NBC 10's "10!" hosts Bill Henley and Lori Wilson will follow the trials and tribulations of these five contestants as they strive to change their lives for the better by learning how to eat right and adopt proper exercise techniques. To help the contestants learn and embrace good eating habits, registered dietitian, Althea Zanecosky, from the Mid Atlantic Dairy Association, will develop a customized dietary plan and educate them on healthier food choices, including Friendship All Natural Cottage Cheese, which is packed with protein and other nutrients to keep their metabolism primed and feeling full longer. To get them on track with good exercise habits, Philadelphia Sports Clubs will pair each contestant with a personal fitness trainer who will guide them through work out routines three times a week for the duration of contest.

The contestants' progress -- including personal history; diet and exercise program; updates from nutritionist and trainer plus expert blogs -- will be tracked on the "10!" web site at http://www.nbc10.com/10. On November 20th, the Friendship All Natural Cottage Cheese Biggest Local Loser will be announced and receive great prizes, including tickets and accommodations and a fabulous trip for two.

Five NBC 10 Viewers Decide To Change Their Lifestyle For the Better!

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