Medifast first open its doors in 1980 and since then has become one of the premier choices of meal replacements for people who wish to lose weight. Over 20,000 doctors have recommended their service. Medifast meals and plans follow clinically proven nutrition guidelines and have been designed by physicians. Medifast plans can be used by all types of people in different stages of life and there are currently over 70 different foods and flavors choices to choose from. The Medifast meals are designed to be filling so hunger should never take control. Meals are also fortified with nutrients and vitamins so that you will lose weight quickly and safely, about 2 to 5 pounds per week.
Medifast is fast, safe and simple. You order it online and it is delivered directly to your home. There is no counting of points or calories since all the meals are pre-portioned. Medifast works by reducing your calorie intake and controlling carbohydrates so that in a few days your body shifts to a low fat-burning state that still preserves muscle.
Medifast Meals
Medifast allows you to select your own meals and have them delivered directly to your home. There are 3 main types of products you can order. There are meals, snacks and flavor infusers. Typical meals and snacks come in boxes with 7 servings. Find out more about the available Medifast meals by reading the next topic about the 5 & 1 plan.
The Medifast 5 & 1 Plan
What is the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan? It is a plan that has you enjoying 6 meals a day. Five Medifast meals and one Lean & Green meal. The five Medifast meals includes over 70 choices that includes a range of items from eggs and oatmeal to stews and soups. Snacks like pretzel sticks and cheese puffs are available along with brownies and puddings. Your one Lean & Green meal a day is a serving of protein along with 3 servings of vegetables.
With the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan you can choose a number of different plan packages. This includes packages for Men and Women. A number of Specialty plans are also offered since Medifast realizes one plan type cannot accommodate every person. You can get packages for Vegetarians, Teens, Seniors and Nursing Mothers. Meal plan packages are also available for different medical conditions. This includes Diabetes, Gout, Bariatics, Anticoagulants and Celian Disease (Gluten Free).
Transition
Once your weight loss goals have been reached it is now time to enter the transition phase of the Medifast weight loss program. The transition period timeline depends on the amount of weight you lost but for most people it will be about 8 weeks. The transition period involves you slowly increasing your calorie intake week by week, by including a larger variety of foods with your Medifast meals. Calorie intake during this period will grow from about 800 calories per day to around 1,550 a day after 4 weeks (depends on your gender, height, etc.).
Maintenance
Keep your weight off by following the Medifast 3 & 3 plan. With this plan there are three daily meals and three daily mini-meals (called fuelings). The Medifast maintenance plan requires you to calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) which is your total daily calorie needs. From there you will be guided on how to best choose foods and proportions to enjoy a healthy and happy lifestyle. All this information is available for free on their website in an easy to follow Maintenance Guide.
Support Tools and "My Medifast"
A number of guides, tools and faqs are available online for Medifast clients. This includes meal plan guides, nutrition and product information plus frequently asked questions about Medifast and their plans and packages.
"My Medifast" is a free online tool that allows you to track your progress while recording your weight loss, meals and exercise. You can also browse the library of recipes, articles and recommended exercise programs. You also get to connect with the Medifast community by discussing topics in the forums, on blogs, and through live chat.
Costs
Medifast Food
- Medifast Meals
- Meals are divided into 11 categories (Bars, Drinks, Eggs, Pancakes, Shakes, Soups, etc.)
- Most meal boxes contain seven servings
- Costs in US dollars:
- $16.50 per box
- Medifast Snacks
- Most snack boxes contain seven servings
- Costs in US dollars:
- $4.50 per box
- Medifast Flavor Infusers
- Most Flavor Infusers boxes contain 21 servings
- Costs in US dollars:
- From $15.95 to $18.95 per box
The Medifast 5 & 1 Plan
- You can select from pre-existing plans for different types of people and medical conditions or create your own using the online wizard
- Plan packages contain enough food for 2 or 4 weeks. This is 70 or 140 meals
- Plan Packages
- Costs in US dollars:
- Packages start at about $11 per day
- 2 week packages start at $155
- 4 week packages range in price from $299 to $341
- Other Details:
- Free Shipping with the purchase of a 4-week supply (may not be available in all areas)
- Free week of product with the purchase of a 4-week supply (may not be available in all areas)
- Costs in US dollars:
- V.I.P. or V.I.P. PLUS Membership
- When you order your meals you can opt-in for this membership
- It is an automatic billing and delivery service
- Your order will be shipped every 4 weeks
- Your order can be changed at any time. Once an order is processed for delivery it cannot be changed but you can change the next order
- Costs in US dollars:
- Same as a regular plan
- Other Details:
- 2 weeks’ worth of Medifast Meals for free
- Free shipping
- 5% discount on all future V.I.P. Membership orders
- 30-Day Money Back Guarantee
- If you are not satisfied with a meal you can exchange up to 10 boxes within 30 days with a comparable product
- You can receive a refund on any unopened boxes within 30 days of purchase
- See the Medifast website for full details on the guarantee
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