I had a great week this week telling you all about Take Shape For Life and giving you insight to the most commonly asked questions.
I look forward to giving you my results for this week on Monday.
Here are some final FAQ’s:
Does the program affect my gallbladder?
As reported in the Johns Hopkins studies no case of gallbladder problems were noted in the large study they reviewed. Most people do fine and especially on the 5 & 1 program when fat intake is higher. People that are obese, females, over forty years of age, and have had children have a higher incidence of gallstones. If you are in this group we always recommend that you use the 5 & 1 program to increase your fat intake. On the complete program, your fat intake is lower and may result in your gallbladder creating sludge from inactivity. The additional fat ingestion at least in theory should help the gallbladder remain more active. If you have a history of gallbladder disease or think you are having any further questions it is critical that you talk to your doctor before starting our program.
Can I go back on the program if I gain back some weight?
Absolutely. If you gain back more than 5 to 10 pounds, we recommend that you immediately return to the program for a brief period. This will help your body adjust to staying at a lower weight and prevent you from regaining what you worked so hard to lose.
Can I use Medifast products as part of a food plan?
Yes, we encourage continued use of Medifast Meals so you don’t re-gain the weight you lost. In fact, most people use 2-3 Medifast Meals per day as part of their ongoing Maintenance Plan. You may also use a Medifast Meal as a protein source in your regular meal, adding other foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains or a salad to maintain a healthy nutritional balance.
Our Momentum by Medifast line of products was specifically designed to assist with weight maintenance as it boosts your metabolism to prevent weight re-gain.
Can I add flavorings to the supplements?
For variety, you may add a few drops of flavoring extract, such as vanilla or mint or stir a packet into a cup of coffee. With the hot supplements, you may add salt, pepper, herbs and spices (garlic, onion, basil, cinnamon, etc.) to the hot supplements as desired. Ask your customer service representative about our Recipe Book.
