I sometimes hear from people who are little unsure of how Medifast works. They are usually attracted to the idea that it is a prepackaged diet plan because it means that they don't have to cook much or plan for many meals. Nor do they have to count calories or tally points. But often what they aren't sure about is how, exactly, it works.
Some common concerns are questions like: "how does this diet really work? Do they deliver the meals to you each day? How many calories does it have? How much do I get to eat? How much weight will I loose? How long do I have to be on it?" These are just a few examples. So in the following article, I will try to cover some of the more common questions that I often hear to give you a better idea of what to expect.
The Foods Are Prepackaged And Many Require Minimal Preparation: Generally speaking, people order their meals either individually, or by two or four week increments (with the monthly package being the most popular by far.) How big of a package they think is appropriate often depends upon how much weight they have to lose. Because of this, you don't need to get your meals delivered each day.
And the meals are generally very easy to assemble. Some things like the bars or chips don't require anything but removing the wrapper. Many items require that you add hot water or ice. Honestly nothing takes more than a minute or so to assemble. It is quite easy.
With this said, you do need to provide one larger, main meal each day. However, the word "provide" doesn't always mean to cook. All you need is 5 -7 ounces of lean protein and 3 veggies. You can use frozen or restaurant foods to meet this requirement as long as you are careful about calories, carbs, and fat.
What Types Of Foods Do You Eat? I've just talked about the lean and green meal, but what types of prepackaged foods do they provide you with? Well, you can either go with the favorites package (which I believe is the most popular,) but you can also hand pick your own foods through design menu.
No matter which option you chose, there are food options like the popular shakes and bars, but there are also: hot and cold cereals; cookie bars; brownies; soft serve ice cream; stews; chilis; soups; sloppy joes; various drinks including coffees and lattes; puddings; nacho chips; and cheese puffs.
How Much Do You Eat? You'll be asked to eat six times per day at a minimum. That includes three main meals, 2 snacks (all prepackaged) and your lean and green meals. If you like, you are allowed two additional snacks each day (there's a list of what you can have) and this would bring your tally up to eating eight times per day.
How Long Do I Have To Commit To The Diet? There's actually no commitment. You don't have to sign a contract or anything. You will simply place food orders until you have lost the weight that you have set out to lose. Some people transition off of the diet gradually, but this is really up to you. The general guidelines are around 2 - 5 pounds per week on the first couple of weeks and 1 - 2 pounds per week thereafter. Most people just stay on the diet until they have reached their goal or decide to go off but there is no commitment.
Do You Have To Meet With Other Dieters? There are many diets that require for you to weigh in or to meet up at centers. There is no such requirements with Medifast. They do offer counseling, forums, blogs, and groups if you like or need that sort of thing. But you can also go on your own if this appeals to you more. Basically, the information and support is there if you need or want it but it is not required.
If you'd like more information about what life is really like on Medifast, feel free to check out the free eBook "Getting The Most Out Of Medifast" at http://easiest-diet.com/free-medifast-ebook/html