How much weight do you lose in 2 weeks on OPTIFAST?
around 1.5-2.5kg per week
To facilitate this weight loss, we recommend that you follow the Optifast Meal Plan for 2 weeks before surgery. The meal plan is a very-low-calorie-diet designed to produce rapid weight loss of around 1.5-2.5kg per week.
How much weight can you lose on OPTIFAST in 4 weeks?
approximately 1.0-2.5kg per week4
Research using Very low calorie diets (also known as VLEDs or Very Low Energy Diets) have shown on average, weekly weight losses of approximately 1.0-2.5kg per week4, providing greater initial weight loss than other forms of calorie restriction.
What is the OPTIFAST diet plan?
Optifast is a very low-calorie-diet and behavior modification program. During phase 1, called active weight loss, you choose Optifast products for all of your meals. You will eat a total of 800 to 1,000 calories a day. The initial phase typically lasts 12 weeks, during which rapid weight loss is expected.
How much weight should you lose on OPTIFAST?
1.0 to 2.5kg/week
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.
Can I eat eggs on OPTIFAST?
This should consist of a balanced meal of protein (eg. 65-100g meat or chicken, 130g fish, 2 eggs or 150g tofu), carbohydrates (1 cup cooked pasta, 3/4 cup cooked rice, 1 medium potato or corn cob, or 1-2 slices of bread), and half a plate of low starch vegetables or salad.
Do doctors recommend OPTIFAST?
The OPTIFAST VLCD is a weight loss program designed to manage obesity and must only be used under the supervision of a healthcare professional. So, make sure to first ask your doctor if the program is suitable for you. Keep in mind that it’s not recommended for everyone.
Can I eat eggs while on OPTIFAST?
Can you eat fruit on 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.
Can I eat eggs while on Optifast?
Can you eat fruit on Optifast?
Can I eat fruit on OPTIFAST?
Can you eat bananas on Optifast?
Can I have a cheat day on Optifast?
If however you find yourself continually cheating your meal plan with little control speak to an Accredited Practising Dietitian to see if you are on the right plan. You may in fact need an extra OPTIFAST VLCD product each day or an extra serve of protein. Or you may need to move to a different level of the program.
Can I eat eggs on Optifast?
Are bananas allowed in Optifast?
Are eggs allowed on Optifast?
Is Optifast a good breakfast?
OPTIFAST Breakfast Options OPTIFAST Shakes make an ideal breakfast when you’re following our total diet replacement plan, with 20g of protein per serving and they’re high in fibre too.
Can you drink alcohol while on Optifast?
Alcohol is not recommended during the Intensive Level of the OPTIFAST VLCD Program as it can put extra strain on your liver and kidneys. Alcohol also has a diuretic effect as well as contains extra calories which will slow down your weight loss progress.
Can you eat fish on Optifast?
If you must eat something other than just vegetables or salad, do not have the OPTIFAST VLCD product for that meal and opt for a small portion of protein such as 100g meat or chicken, some fish or eggs. If possible avoid any of the carbohydrates on offer as this will affect ketosis.
What is included in my Optifast VLCD diet?
Dietary intake will consist of one OPTIFAST VLCD Product, two low calorie meals (approximately 400 calories each), at least two cups of low starch vegetables, two serves of fruit, one serve of dairy and two litres of water.
What is the Optifast VLCD program?
The OPTIFAST VLCD Program is a very low calorie diet program, which consists of 4 levels. The Intensive Level is the very low calorie diet part of the program, which is a total diet replacement providing up to 800 calories.
How much weight can you lose on Optifast VLCD?
Research has shown weight loss on the Intensive level averages 1.0 to 2.5kg / week with an average total weight loss of 20kg after 12 to 16 weeks. 1,2 How does it work? On the Intensive Level you will replace all 3 meals with OPTIFAST VLCD products.
What vegetables can you eat on the Optifast diet?
The vegetables permitted while on the Optifast diet should be fresh, not canned, and low-starch, such as : You may eat any of these vegetables raw, steamed, or prepared in a stir-fry or dry-roasted, as long as you add no additional fat or calories.