Medifast diet

Medifast Diet is a commercial diet plan that offers prepackaged meals and dietary supplements to aid in weight loss. The diet was developed by a physician and has been recommended by more than 20,000 doctors since its inception in 1980.

Overview

The Medifast Diet is a low-calorie, low-fat diet that is designed to promote rapid weight loss. The diet consists of five prepackaged Medifast meals and one "Lean and Green" meal that the dieter prepares themselves each day. The "Lean and Green" meal consists of a lean protein, a non-starchy vegetable, and a healthy fat.

Methodology

The Medifast Diet operates on the principle of calorie restriction and portion control. The prepackaged meals are portion-controlled and have a low glycemic index. The diet is designed to create a calorie deficit, causing the body to burn fat for energy.

Effectiveness

Several studies have shown the Medifast Diet to be effective for weight loss. A study published in the Journal of Obesity found that participants on the Medifast Diet lost an average of 2.2 pounds per week.

Criticisms

Critics of the Medifast Diet argue that the diet is too low in calories and lacks sufficient nutrients. Some experts also argue that the diet does not teach sustainable eating habits, making it difficult for dieters to maintain their weight loss once they stop using the prepackaged meals.

See Also

• Weight loss
• Dieting
• Low-calorie diet
• Low-fat diet