Slim-Fast beverages and other products have been marketed as weight loss aides for 30 years. More recently, Slim-fast has designed a consumer calorie-controlled program in which its products are the staples of this diet plan.
Diet Claims:
The Slim-Fast program focuses on the following four components to promote 1-2 pound per week weight loss:
1. Nutritious, reduced-calorie meal plan (1200-1800 calories/day). * Slim-Fast products are staples of breakfast and lunch; dinner is a nutritionally balanced, 500-calorie meal. * Promotes 3-5 servings fruits & vegetables daily. * 120-calorie or less snacks are allowed. * Portion-control, avoidance of sugary or fatty foods and frequent water consumption are encouraged. 2. Individualized exercise program * 30-60 minutes of moderate physical activity daily is recommended. 3. Support and advice * Online or phone support is offered by Slim-Fast staff registered dietitians. * Dieters are encouraged to seek help from family, friends and other dieters to strengthen their compliance to weight loss regimen. 4. Self-monitoring * Dieters are expected to track food intake, physical activity and weight changes via online Slim-Fast tools.
Weight Loss Promise:
A 1-2 pound weight loss per week is expected.
Foods Allowed:
Slim-Fast products, vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, low-fat cheese, whole grains, salad, water and other non-calorie beverages.
Foods Restricted:
Regular candy, cookies and other sweets, fried or other high fat foods, some dairy products and snack items.
Sample Menu:
Breakfast:
Slim-Fast Meal-On-The-Go drink
1 small apple
