Slim Fast's Optima diet plan is a combination of meal replacement drinks, plan-defined snacks and one low-calorie meal daily. It takes a reduction of 3,500 calories to lose 1 lb. Over time, the Slim Fast Optima diet claims to help you reach your goal weight when combined with exercise and proper meal choices. The key to having any chance at success with the Optima diet is to follow the plan properly every day.
Optima Diet Plan
The Slim Fast Optima diet plan is based upon the guidelines of replacing two meals per day with Optima meal replacement shakes. Have three snacks per day, either Slim Fast Optima snacks or other available options from the program's list, such as air-popped popcorn and non-starchy vegetables. The remaining meal every day should be 500 calories or less with a balance of 50 percent fruits and vegetables, 25 percent lean protein and 25 percent whole grain.
Meal Replacement Shakes
The Slim Fast Optima diet is centered around two meal replacement shakes every day. When you select the ready-to-drink shakes, you can select from five flavors of the traditional shake, lower carbohydrate shakes or a shake with higher protein content. The canned powder mix comes in four traditional flavors and two high-protein selections.
Snacks and Your Meal
Select from five flavors of snack bars and six flavors of meal bars for some added variety in the Slim Fast products you consume on the Optima diet. Plan a balanced meal with a lean protein, choosing from a variety every day. Add salmon or tuna to your mealtime selections for the Omega-3 fatty acids. Make the most of your meal selections to gain the most nutritional benefit possible.
Considerations
If you have diabetes, consult your physician or diabetic educator before starting the Optima plan. The Slim Fast diet plan is not designed for optimal blood glucose management. Slim Fast is not celiac-safe. If you require a gluten-free diet, the Slim Fast products will not fit into your diet plan. Always consult a doctor before starting a diet plan to be sure that the program you are starting is safe for you, based on your current health.
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