Which Take Shape Plan is Best
for You?
Depending on your current weight, social needs
and other specific concerns, you’ll want to select the Medifast
plan that will best help you meet you goals. All of the following
options will bring significant progress, so don’t worry if you are
currently on a plan that doesn’t quite match your situation. It
will work anyway!
Medifast Basic Supplements
Use these guidelines to
determine which product is right for you.
Medifast 55 • Females with 15 lbs or
more to lose
• Due to the slightly lower
protein content, this product is not
recommended for males
May be used
as a complete meal replacement or modified plan
Medifast 70 • Males with 15 lbs or more
to lose
• Females who are very
active or have a physically demanding job
• Females who fight hunger
or fatigue when using Medifast 55
May be used
as a complete meal replacement or modified plan
Medifast Plus for • Men and women who want
to lose 15 lbs or more
Appetite • Men and women who have
difficulty controlling their appetite
Suppression May be
used as a complete meal replacement or modified plan,
or in
conjunction with Medifast 55 and 70
Medifast Plus for • Men and women with Type
2 diabetes
Diabetics • Diabetic patients who want
to lose a moderate amount of weight
• Diabetic patients who
want a more nutritious meal
• Type 1 diabetics may use
for nutritional purposes
Used as a
modified plan, meal replacement, or snack (1 – 4 times daily)
Medifast Plus for • Men and women who suffer
from arthritis or joint damage
Joint Health Used as a
part of a Medifast weight loss plan, or for general nutrition,
1 – 3
times daily do not use product solely as a complete or modified
fasting
plan
Medifast Plus for • Women suffering with
symptoms of menopause
Women’s Health • Diabetics should consult their
physician before using this product
Used as a
part of a Medifast weight loss plan, or for general nutrition,
1 – 3
times daily do not use product solely as a complete or modified
fasting
plan
Medifast Plus for • For patients who are at
risk for or have a history
Coronary Health of high cholesterol,
heart disease, and heart attacks
• Not
recommended for men and women with diabetes
Used as a
part of a Medifast weight loss plan, or for general nutrition,
1 – 3
times daily do not use product solely as a complete or modified
fasting
plan
Complete Meal Replacement or
Modified Plan?
You may choose to do Medifast as a complete program (no regular
food) or as a modified plan that includes one small meal a day.
Use the following recommendations to help you decide which option
is best for you. Be sure to follow the instructions for your
specific Medifast product.
Complete Program
Modified Program
• Recommended if you have a lot of •
Recommended if patients’ family or
weight to lose or prefer avoiding
all social needs make it difficult to
food
choices
avoid all food
• Requires 5 – 6 Medifast supplements per day • Also
recommended if patients have
• No regular
food less
than 25 lbs to lose or they have
• Under direction of a
physician limiting medical
conditions that
require a higher calorie intake
• Requires 5 Medifast
supplements a day plus a daily
small meal consisting of a serving
of lean meat along with a green
salad or cooked vegetables
• Always recommended for diabetic
patients
Looking to Get in Shape?
Check out the exciting Sports Nutrition and Weight Management
products that Medifast offers.
Take Shape • Men and women with 15 lbs
or less to lose
Weight • Weight maintenance or
general nutrition
Maintenance Use 1 – 3
supplements daily in addition to meal plan
Take Shape • Weight maintenance,
energy, and general nutrition
Women’s • Used to replace a meal or
as a snack
Sports Drink Use a
maximum of 3 supplements per day
Take Shape • Weight maintenance,
energy, and general nutrition
Men’s • Used to replace a
meal or as a snack
Bio-Engineered Food Use a maximum
of 3 supplements per day
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