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has anyone here ever used medifast? I started with just MFP and lost 8 lbs by logging and gyming.but I started medifast 5 days ago and haven't lost a thing...when I eat only their food and a salad for dinner I barely push 800 cals...everyone is telling me that is fine but I'm not sure...any advise?
So I am sure a lot of people are going to tell you to pass on the medifast here. I am too but will share my story as to why.
About 2 years ago, I decided to try medifast since they had a gf option and I had 100 lbs to lose. I was thrilled by the quick results at first. I lost 30 lbs in about 2 months, who wouldn't be happy? But I soon got bored of the meals. They were getting so bland and I dreaded each time I ate one. So I thought, hey! This got me started and I can go from here on my own. Well the plan never taught me anything about portions. I quickly regained the weight back, got disheartened and continued to gain weight. I not only gained that 30 lbs back, but another 40 on top of it.
Last year I said I had enough, and since I had started a new job I decided that it was time to get healthy. This time I chose to educate myself and use mfp. Since I began I have lost 60 lbs (20 before mfp) and still going. This is much more sustainable.
I urge you to reconsider. Take the time and invest in yourself by doing research about nutrition needs. The fast weightloss on medifast might seem great, but it doesn't teach you anything about healthy eating. Everyone I know who has tried it has gained weight back plus more weight on top of that.
Sorry for long story, but wanted to give a background as to why I say skip medifast.
Thank u so much!!! Since I actually started it and saw how little I was eating I was worried about gaining back bc I can not afford 330$ a month...but it's really not great anyway...I miss eating real food already...and now that I have 'starved'myself for the last 5 days I hope I do t gain back the 8 lbs I lost before medifast...
I think you answered your own question, and definitely don't feel bad. From what I've seen, a lot of people don't have success with the program (I would think it would be hard to stick to).
You may have lost a lot of water weight on the program. When you start eating foods normally again, you may gain some of it back. Don't get discouraged. The key to weight loss is not quick dehydration but slowly losing the fat. Log accurately, eat foods that keep you feeling satiated, and work towards steady progress.
Good luck!0 -
You may have lost a lot of water weight on the program. When you start eating foods normally again, you may gain some of it back. Don't get discouraged. The key to weight loss is not quick dehydration but slowly losing the fat. Log accurately, eat foods that keep you feeling satiated, and work towards steady progress.
Good luck![/quote]
Thanks!!! The thing about it is I haven't lost a single pound on the program in the last 5 days...my coaches are telling me that they didn't see it until day 7 but that seems odd...I guess I'm goin back to the gym tomorrow morning if I can get up
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queenliz99 wrote: »If MFP was working, why did you change?
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$330 a month for Medifast? WOW. Do you KNOW the meals I could cook for that much a month? High quality, beautiful food porn could happen for that amount.0
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redheaddee wrote: »$330 a month for Medifast? WOW. Do you KNOW the meals I could cook for that much a month? High quality, beautiful food porn could happen for that amount.
And that isn't my lean and green meal...just snacks and stuff.. I need u to cook for me!0 -
has anyone here ever used medifast? I started with just MFP and lost 8 lbs by logging and gyming.but I started medifast 5 days ago and haven't lost a thing...when I eat only their food and a salad for dinner I barely push 800 cals...everyone is telling me that is fine but I'm not sure...any advise?
So I am sure a lot of people are going to tell you to pass on the medifast here. I am too but will share my story as to why.
"....I decided to try medifast...I lost 30 lbs in about 2 months...got bored of the meals. They were getting so bland and I dreaded each time I ate one....this got me started and I can go from here on my own....I chose to educate myself and use mfp. Since I began I have lost 60 lbs (20 before mfp) and still going....medifast.
Mine is a VERY SIMILAR story so I won't repeat a lot. I think Medifast is OK for those looking to drop 20-30 pounds (maybe more if you can stand it but that doesn't cure the "after weight-loss" situation, but like you...I needed a lot more than that gone. After a few months, I hated the food. I already had some knowledge and knew I could design my own program.
Bingo...as they say...it has been over 1 year and I have never faltered. I am NOT on a diet. I HAVE changed the way I live and eat. I love what I eat (even though low calorie) and never feel starved. With time, patience, knowledge, exercise and MFP - it is all possible. I will hit my final goal within 30-60 days from now.
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has anyone here ever used medifast? I started with just MFP and lost 8 lbs by logging and gyming.but I started medifast 5 days ago and haven't lost a thing...when I eat only their food and a salad for dinner I barely push 800 cals...everyone is telling me that is fine but I'm not sure...any advise?
So I am sure a lot of people are going to tell you to pass on the medifast here. I am too but will share my story as to why.
"....I decided to try medifast...I lost 30 lbs in about 2 months...got bored of the meals. They were getting so bland and I dreaded each time I ate one....this got me started and I can go from here on my own....I chose to educate myself and use mfp. Since I began I have lost 60 lbs (20 before mfp) and still going....medifast.
Mine is a VERY SIMILAR story so I won't repeat a lot. I think Medifast is OK for those looking to drop 20-30 pounds (maybe more if you can stand it but that doesn't cure the "after weight-loss" situation, but like you...I needed a lot more than that gone. After a few months, I hated the food. I already had some knowledge and knew I could design my own program.
Bingo...as they say...it has been over 1 year and I have never faltered. I am NOT on a diet. I HAVE changed the way I live and eat. I love what I eat (even though low calorie) and never feel starved. With time, patience, knowledge, exercise and MFP - it is all possible. I will hit my final goal within 30-60 days from now.
Congrats!! Awesome loss!!0 -
I'm definitely not going to argue in favor of Medifast. However, my sister did it for awhile and really liked it (to each their own) and I tasted one of the protein shakes she had and it was delicious. And only 100 calories. I'm thinking about buying some of the shakes to help me get a little more protein.0
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Hi. I'm doing Medifast and am looking for some friends for accountability. I have 100 lbs to go. Feel free to add my as your friend. I find it helpful to see others' updates on the News Feed.0
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fishs_guppy wrote: »Hi. I'm doing Medifast and am looking for some friends for accountability. I have 100 lbs to go. Feel free to add my as your friend. I find it helpful to see others' updates on the News Feed.
You should read the above responses. Most here are not advocating continuing the medifast plan. It teaches nothing about healthy habits and is very overpriced.0
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