flyinhigh,

Slim-Fast is not a liquid diet.  Total liquid diets typically consist of a very low calorie diet plan which uses liquid shakes as the sole source of nutrition.  Such diets should only be followed under strict medical supervision. 

The Slim-Fast Plan for weight loss is designed for use without medical supervision and is safe and effective when followed as directed.  In fact, there are over 35 published clinical studies which document that Slim-Fast is a healthy, balanced and effective way to lose weight.  We recommend that an individual consume no fewer than 1200 calories per day, with a healthy weight loss goal of 1-2 pounds a week. It is always recommended to check with your physician if you have any health problems before starting any diet.

Slim-Fast Meals are nutritionally balanced shakes and meal bars that contain essential vitamins and minerals along with a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, fat and fiber similar to a regular meal, but with far fewer calories.  The Slim-Fast Optima Diet includes the use of 2 Slim-Fast Meals per day: one to replace a meal such as breakfast, and one to be combined with 200 calories of your favorite foods (such as a ½ sandwich or soup and crackers) at a second meal, such as lunch.  Choose a "sensible", balanced dinner meal of about 500 calorie by following the plate portion guidelines suggested by the Slim-Fast Plan, and between-meal snacks of fruits and vegetables, as well as calorie-controlled, nutritious snack choices (based on your personalized meal plan). 

If you wish to follow a liquid diet such as Optifast, or if you wish to use Slim-Fast Shakes in a modified way, you should consult your doctor and be under physician supervision.

Sincerely,

Ali Auerbach, MS, RD

Registered Dietitian

i just went to a optifast meeting last night not to excited the price is ungodly and if you look closely it has the same ingredients as slimfast..also what is wrong with a liquid diet to loose weight then slowly get back into eating right and maintaing your goal weight