In my meal plan, it told me to use the Optima shakes and bars. I was wondering if it would make a difference in lossing weight if I used the Protien products?
urban15,
All Slim Fast Meals can be used interchangeably within your Slim-Fast Plan as a meal replacement. We recommend you choose the Slim Fast product line by taste and nutritional profile preference. All Slim Fast Meals have approximately 180-220 calories and provide about one-third of your daily needs for most essential vitamins and minerals.
Slim Fast Optima products contain less sugar than our original products with an improved balance of complex carbohydrates, lean protein and fat blends. Our Slim-Fast High Protein Shakes and Meal Bars were designed for those desiring to incorporate more protein in their diet. Protein is an essential part of a well balanced diet and also plays an important role in helping to support lean muscle mass while losing weight, especially when you lead an active lifestyle.
The Slim Fast Optima Diet Plan recommends choosing one Slim-Fast Meal, one Slim-Fast Meal Combination (a Slim-Fast Meal plus 200 calories), a Sensible Meal, and healthy snacks (according to your personalized plan); this is standard regardless of which product line you use. All of the products are great ways to reduce your calorie intake when used in place of a higher-calorie meal or snack.
Sincerely,
Ali Auerbach, MS, RD
Registered Dietitian