All DietsWhat You Should Know
Medifast is basically a diet plan, which consists of pre-planned meals. There is a separate Medifast “5 in 1″ plan to suit women, men and individuals afflicted with diabetes. The official Medifast website states that this diet program does not involve the process of counting calories or points. The meals involved with Medifast are stated to be low in fat and calories, but also nutritionally rich. A single month’s supply of meals costs $275, regardless of whether it’s for men or women. Consumers additionally have the option of designing a more specific menu of meals.
The official Medifast website claims that each meal is “portion controlled” and user’s tend to see results in the first week. The individual meals are stated to “create a calorie deficit,” hence enabling the body to burn off fat as energy. Medifast supposedly enhances lean muscle mass by offering just the right combination of carbohydrates and protein. There doesn’t appear to be any key active ingredients found in Medifast meals other than simple nutrients. The general cost for using the Medifast diet program is 10 dollars per day. Medifast meals incorporate a vast array of fruit drinks, bars, chili, soups, oatmeal, hot beverages, shakes, puddings and eggs. The official Medifast website lists no side effects in regards to their meal plans or products. Medifast meals are intended to be eaten every 2-3 hours, which is commonly six times each day. If all meals are not consumed, it’s claimed that the weight loss process can be hindered or slowed down due to the user’s body storing energy.
List of Ingredients
Not really applicable.
Product Features
Medifast is a diet plan consisting of pre-planned meals. This product comes in three forms; one suitable for women, one for men and one for individuals that suffer from diabetes. While Medifast does not appear to contain any specific key components, it is stated to offer a sufficient variety of protein, carbs and nutrients. This combination is claimed to assist users in reducing weight and acquiring lean muscle mass. Medifast aims to “create a calorie deficit,” hence enabling the body to burn off fat as energy. The general meal plan costs $275 per month and users are directed to consume six meals throughout each day.
Advantages
- Medifast can be conveniently ordered online through the official website.
- There are Medifast meal plans specifically geared toward women, men and diabetics.
- The Medifast diet program does not involve taking medications.
- The official Medifast website offers consumer success stories.
Disadvantages
- Medifast may prove to be a bit pricey for some consumers considering it costs $275 per month.
- The Medifast eating program may be difficult for some individuals to keep up with since it involves eating six meals each day.
- Some dieters may find the Medifast plan somewhat restricting since they’re only able to consume the Medifast meals.
- Medifast meals have to be eaten every 2-3 hours, which may not fit every dieter’s schedule.
- Some individuals become “bored” with the meals and even find some unappetizing. (See reader comments.)
- Medifast does not appear to contain any specific active ingredients that curb hunger or promote fat reduction.
Conclusion
While some individuals may enjoy the idea of Medifast providing all daily meals, the plan itself might get a bit pricey over time considering it costs $275 per month. On the bright side, Medifast does not involve any diet drugs or pills. However, the idea of consuming six meals each day on a schedule may be somewhat difficult for working individuals, or for those with frequently eat out. It’s prudent to examine all current diet pills and plans prior to purchasing one like Medifast. Especially since this program restricts the consumption of foods that are not purchased from Medifast.
The 5in1 plan does include food other than the Medifast meals, therefore that part of the above is incorrect. You can have steak, pork, chicken and vegetables, all without the weight spelled out in the plan. Eating many small Medifast meals during the day really is not difficult-you are never hungry. Once your target weight is reached you do have to stick to the maintenance plan as instructed. You cannot go out and consume a full pizza. Like all plans, you must want to lose weight, and have the determination to change your eating habits. Medifast worked for me, I loved the shakes, pudding and soups. Good Luck
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I’ve been on Medifast since Jan 5th and lost 15 lbs. I was excited at first because of the weight loss but now am getting bored with the food and I do not see the weight dropping off like it did at first. I plan to hang in there a while longer hopefully until the end of March.
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Do these Medifasdt meals contain soy? (I have mmany allergies & Nutrisystem’s meals didn’t agree with me.
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You can order soy free items: shakes – blueberry, dark chocolate, etc. cold drinks, hot cocoa, cream of chicken, cream of tomato soup. There are other items also.
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I have been on Medifast for about 10 weeks. I have lost 45 lbs. Eatting six times a day is not hard. They have things like Honey Mustard Pretzels and Crunch Bars that are very easy to carry with you and eat at your desk. It is pricey, but it is working. I use their products mostly-but my goal is life-style change, so occasionly I eat something that is not on the plan. But I use wisdom and discretion.
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I can’t seem to find a menu planner besides the 2 day starting menu…Is there a site where I may find this?
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In the book you received ‘The secret is out’ has a 5 day menu. Good Luck.
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Medifast is the only way I could have lost 65 lbs. and kept it off for two years (and counting). I like it BECAUSE it’s not “real food”; makes it seem like I’m abstaining from my personal addiction, and that is very helpful to me. I’d recommend it to anyone, but you really, REALLY have to be committed. It’s a strong exercise in self-control, which is a good thing.
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I have been trying Medifast for 2 weeks now and I have lost 7 lbs. I make sure to have my lean and green meal everyday in addition to the medifast meals. You are not going to be hungry at all. The bannana pudding is great and I add a tbsp. of fat free whip cream on top. You can add acouple of things like that and you will still lose weight. I also make sure that I walk 30 min. a day. I have an awful sweet tooth and it is nice to have some sweet things to eat on this diet. Good luck to all.
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i have been using medifast for almost 4 weeks now and have lost 37 lbs. The price is the only thing holding me back, but after talkin to the nutri. specialist; i found all u have to do is change from their meals to 5 smaller portians of lean and greens, and then ur 1 normal lean and green, wich was great to find out. This i have done for the last 4 fays and still i have lost 9 lbs.
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I’ve been on Medifast with TSFL since 1/5/10 and have lost 15 lbs. The weight has stablized and I’m getting bored with the food. I plan to hang in there until the end of March hopefully to see more results.
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Stay with it – you will plateau for about 5 days but the lb will start coming off again
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good program. i’ve lost 15 lbs and will stay with it until end of March. the food is not that tasty to me.
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As a soy-based product, is Medifast suitable to a person with an egg, milk and all-by products of milk food allergy?
JWW
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I lost over 50 lbs in 6 months with Medifast. YOu eat 5 Meifast meals but still have 1 real food meal per day. It’s a great plan. It Really works. Not much thinking involved so it’s grfeat for the bust person.
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Hi,
I would like to know (or hear comments) about how Medifast diet works with hypothyroidism
Thanks.
Josie.
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Hi,
I’ve been hypo for years, and thankful for meds keeping it under control. I started Feb. 1 and lost a good 15 lbs. Very easy to follow, the weight just falls off- like magic. The only thing that a drag is the price. good luck
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It is working for me. I have lost 21 lbs in 6 weeks and I have hypthyrodism. I take my pill at night before going to bed so that the soy products don’t take away from the pills effectiveness.
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Does the SOY in medifast meals contribute to breast cancer and/or not good for the breast?
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so it isn’t a bothersome, i made up my 5meals a day and put them in a siplock bags. i made them up for the whole month , then if you are in a hurry getting to work you just grab the bag and off you go
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I have many allergies and a sensitivity to milk is one of them. Is it necessary to drink the shakees? And can anyone tell me what is in them. Also, if I ordered a half month supply do you think I culd get a good overall idea of the basic plan to start? TY.
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I’m considering trying Medifast. Are there nuts in the bars or any of the food? I am very allergic.
Also, how long do you have to stay on maintenance?
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I am thinking of starting Medifast. I am taking Reliv supplement and would like to stay on it because it is not only good vitamins also help many other health problems I have .Is that going to be a problem?
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