What Optifast 800?

OPTIFAST markets a medically supervised weight management program and provides meal replacement drinks and snacks to support it.

Can I use Optifast to lose weight?

Very low calorie diets, such as the Intensive Level of the OPTIFAST VLCD Program, have been shown to be very effective in helping people lose weight. During ketosis, when replacing all 3 meals each day over a period of up to 3 months, weekly weight losses can average about 1-2.5kg per week1,2.

How much does Optifast program cost?

Based on consumer reviews and reports, the OPTIFAST program costs around $150 per week on average, including meal replacements. Most people follow the program up to 26 weeks, which would bring the total cost to around $3,900 for 6 months.

What is Optifast used for?

The Optifast Meal Plan consists of having 3 serves of Optifast each day in place of your normal meals. It provides you with the minimum amount of energy (carbohydrate, protein and essential fats) that your body needs to get through the day, as well as the Recommended Daily Intakes (RDIs) of all vitamins and minerals.

How much weight can you lose on OPTIFAST in 12 weeks?

During the Intensive Level of the OPTIFAST Program, weight loss averages 1.0 to 2.5kg/week with an average total loss of 20kg after 12 to 16 weeks.

Who should not use OPTIFAST?

65 years
Precautions. The Intensive Level of the OPTIFAST VLCD Program is generally not advised for use in persons over the age of 65 years. Older people (aged > 70 years) have increased protein requirements due to an elevated anabolic resistance to ingested protein8.

Are bananas allowed in Optifast?

Fruit is not recommended during the Intensive Level of the OPTIFAST VLCD Program. Fruit is naturally high in sugar and in order for the body to start burning fat via ketosis it is best to avoid fruit as this can deter the ketosis process and compromise weight loss.

Who should not use optifast?