Hi! Newbie here. Will be starting optifast.

Shan0816
Shan0816 Posts: 3
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Hi. I will be starting optifast in 2 weeks. Looking for others who are also doing this diet as well.

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  • christygb
    christygb Posts: 84 Member
    Hi. I will be starting optifast in 2 weeks. Looking for others who are also doing this diet as well.

    Hi! I'm starting the fast on Friday -- had my first group meeting last week. I'm a little scared, but also very excited to start this great program. I think the level of emotional and medical support are going to be a very good match for my needs. I've tried everything else for sure! In my own quest to look for support I have found some wonderful blogs, and even started my own. We're in this together!

    Cheers to you!
    Christy
    optifastadventurer.blogspot.com
  • eml34
    eml34 Posts: 2
    Hi All, I have an appointment on 1/13 to start a program with optifast. I would love to keep in touch for support!

    Erin
  • AJ_G
    AJ_G Posts: 4,158 Member
    Programs that employ meal replacement shakes don't teach you how to eat properly on the way down. All you need is a calorie deficit to lose weight, and replacing food with liquid calories that will not fill you up is not the best strategy, just something to think about.
  • alpacino9
    alpacino9 Posts: 25
    Wow AJ_G, way to be a downer.
  • DeeVanderbles
    DeeVanderbles Posts: 589 Member
    Not doing optifast but posting to let you know that you are probably going to get a lot of negative and snarky comments, though many of the posters are trying to be helpful. Either read their comments and consider/research what they suggest, or brush it off.

    Either way, welcome to MFP and good luck!
  • AJ_G
    AJ_G Posts: 4,158 Member
    Wow AJ_G, way to be a downer.

    TIL trying to give helpful advice to someone starting weight loss = being a downer...
  • nancybuss
    nancybuss Posts: 1,461 Member
    Welcome
  • rebeccaemz
    rebeccaemz Posts: 5
    Hi, you're probably going to get a lot of negative comments about how meal replacements don't teach you how to eat properly. If you are doing it under medical supervision and finding support through a program, it'll be a great decision. I've been on Optifast now for 8 days. The first few days are horrible, but it does get better. Good luck!
  • Shan0816
    Shan0816 Posts: 3
    Thank you
  • Shan0816
    Shan0816 Posts: 3
    Programs that employ meal replacement shakes don't teach you how to eat properly on the way down. All you need is a calorie deficit to lose weight, and replacing food with liquid calories that will not fill you up is not the best strategy, just something to think about.

    Thanks for the advice.
  • vyju1590
    vyju1590 Posts: 12
    My first class is on the 13th, so I guess I am starting on the actual diet on the 20th.
  • erisistarfire
    erisistarfire Posts: 1
    Hi - I'm on Day 6 of Optifast and the first few days are difficult but it does get better. I'm in New Zealand and our program is a little different. The products are available from the pharmacy but there are no weekly support meetings. I've joined Weight Watchers for the extra support and also to have a plan for afterwards.
  • christygb
    christygb Posts: 84 Member
    Hi All, I have an appointment on 1/13 to start a program with optifast. I would love to keep in touch for support!

    Erin

    Hi Erin! I am on day two of shakes and I'm feeling fine. There are some wonderful Optifast blogs out there offering support and information. I started a blog and link to some, and you can find others from there! Stay positive and try and enjoy the journey. The program has been a life saving and life changing choice for many. Cheers to you for getting started!
    Christy
    Optifastadventurer.blogspot.com

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