146 questions from our users
Marlsieasked
I would like to try Optifast as I am struggling to lose weight. I have a mammalian meat allergy and in particular I am allergic to Alpha-gal. a carbohydrate that is attached to mammalian meat. I can eat all poultry and seafood products. With regards to the protein in Optifast in the whey powder, could you please tell me if it comes from mammal meat or if it is from poultry or seafood.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Best Regards
Marlene
2 answers
Hi Marlene,
I lost 22kg, got rid of my high blood pressure and my fatty liver last year by cutting out sugar and counting carbs not calories. I avoid processed foods. I found these slimming shakes and powders do not work and are certainly not sustainable. Look at low carb receipes for inspiration.
Good luck
Thank you clover for your response. I was tempted to look at the shakes because a friend did so well with them, but you are right, you just need to focus on something that works, like a low carb diet. I do have the recipe books for such a diet.
Allison bettsasked
Could I be having too many green vegetables on optifast not sure what the 2 cup and mor is exactly
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Rima K.asked
What can I eat with optifast at night or I drink just optifast shake?
1 answer
Personally I eat veges/salad for lunch and dinner. I have dinner at 5:30 and it’s normally things like stir fry, roasted veges, mushroom “meat” spag bol using Konjac noodles. Then I have an optifast bar at about 7:30pm as a treat in the night with a cuppa while relaxing. Stops me from wanting to binge/craving food! Hope that helps. Remember it’s MINIMUM 2 cups of salad/veges! And you can use spices and oyster sauce, soy sauce etc!
Disgruntledasked
Does it work if you are diabetic on insulin?
MPBasked
I have been on pre op diet finished week 1 today, but have gained 2kg? How is that even possible.
1 answer
I’m not sure, without knowing exactly what you’re consuming, that’s a tough one. Maybe something to discuss with your surgeon/dietician?
Kimberley M.asked
Can you be on the intensive program longer than 12 weeks
1 answer
I’m sure you’re well on your way with the programme, but unless your health care professional recommends it, it’s unwise to do so. You really need to have 2 different forms of protein in your diet and the optifast products only give you one, so can be bad for your kidneys if you stay on intensive longer than recommended. (That’s my understanding of it after speaking to a professor about the programme). Hope that helps..
Catherine Johnsonasked
How do I get started-from initial weight to ongoing advice?
1 answer
My question has been answered by having read further into information provided.Thank you.
helenaasked
First 3weeks of diet I lost 8 kilos last 9 days nothing. I’m sticking to it strictly and exercise. Nothing changed. How long does a plateau last?
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helenaasked
I’m on day 9 of no weight loss. I’ve been very strict on diet and exercising. First 3 weeks I lost 8 kilos. Last 9 days nothing. How long does plateau last?
No answers
Bev R.asked
What is the difference between Optifast VLCD and Proslim VLCD
2 answers
Bev, I had a look at the nutritional panel for both and Optifast is much better as far as nutrients go, which is very important when on a VLCD diet. Plus Optifast has more protein in the shakes which helps keep you fuller for longer. Hope this helps.
Thanks it does
Skye Masked
I have an interactive thyroid. I want to start this program . Are others on this product . Is it safe?
Need to loose 15 kilos
Thankyu
1 answer
Skye, I know of other ladies who have thyroid issues and they are doing very well on Optifast. I'd suggest speaking to your doctor first, but Optifast definitely works, and is safe providing you don't have any underlying health issues. The website does say who should not be on Optifast, eg those over 65, pregnant/lactating.
Debbie S.asked
I've done the 1st intensive 12 week programme level and lost 18kg and my BMI is still just over 35, can I continue on the 3 product replacements or should I add in one meal and only 2 products? I really want to continue on 3 products at least for another month or so to get my weight loss to over 20kg before my birthday. I intend to continue on the programme until I reach my goal of 40kg loss.
2 answers
Hi Debbie. Congratulations on your success! I am in the same boat as you. What did you end up doing?
I've been on intensive for almost 11 months now. You can continue on intensive for longer, but it is recommended that you check with your doctor first. Some people do the next stage Active 2 for 2 weeks to have a break off intensive before going back onto it. I've lost just over 76kg now on Optifast.
Amanda B.asked
do i only have 3 replacement products and 2 cups of non starch veg water and oil nothing else? says to have 800 cal and 3 shakes only add up to just over 600 cal. or do tbe veg make up the redy of tne cal to equal 800 cal?
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Amanda B.asked
hi on optifast intensive you only have 3 replacments and 2 cup veg the water and oil ? nothing else? just says 800 cal but 3 shakes only add up to just over 600 cal, or do the veg make up the rest of cals ?
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Eva H.asked
can you order it online at a lower price than chemist warehouse
Thanks EVA hAIMON
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Kirsty M.asked
So I'm on the intensive optifast in preparation for surgery on Monday. I'm meant to get to 150kg. I've been on opti since 21/04 & have been stuck on 158kg for 4 days. Has anyone else stalled whilst on opti?
No answers
Lui V.asked
On the label it said not to be taken over 65 years of age,wath is the side efect at that age? my wife is very concern abouth her weigth, and she is 76 years yong.
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