Can you really lose weight on the Medifast diet? What is it really about anyway? In this article we are going to examine the truth about Medifast diets and see if this popular weight loss option is right for you. Ready? Great read below!
Okay…but what is Medifast really about? I see the ads everywhere!
The “elevator pitch” for Medifast is very simple: It’s a high-protein, low-calorie meal replacement diet.
Do doctors recommend the program?
Medifast is recommended by around 15,000 doctors worldwide at the time of this writing. While many diets are “approved” by the AMA, it’s important, in our opinion, to do your due diligence ahead of time to make sure you’re trying something safe. (especially nowadays with so many free trials, ebooks and fad diets being promoted online)
Again, while the diet itself is completely safe for most people, you should be careful if you are over 65, pregnant, or have any medical conditions that would contravene a low-calorie diet. (Also, it’s always a good idea to talk to your doctor before starting any diet program…especially if you’re severely overweight.)
How much weight will I lose with Medifast?
Each person has different results, but the “average” weight loss should be about 2-5 pounds per week, or about 20 pounds per month while on the diet. In studies conducted at John Hopkins Medical Center, for example… the AVERAGE weight loss for men and women who participated in the Medifast trial was more than 50 pounds per person. (very impressive indeed!)
How many meals will I have a day?
6. Five meal replacement selections and one “lean and green” selection that you choose and make yourself. (green vegetables and 6 ounces of chicken, fish, meat, or tofu) While the meals are very filling, the caloric content will keep you roughly around 1000 per day. (which is a super effective way to lose massive amounts of weight… and fast)
