FAQ

What is the Medifast diet?

The Medifast diet supports weight loss and preservation of lean muscle mass. It was designed by health experts to create a calorie deficit in your body to burn fat for energy. Medifast is available in a wide variety of foods and flavors including shakes, soups, stew, chili, oatmeal, scrambled eggs, fruit drinks, iced teas, hot beverages, bars and puddings. Each meal is nutritionally balanced and formulated with an optimal combination of carbohydrates and protein.

How does Medifast work?

Medifast is a portion controlled, nutritionally balanced, low fat and clinically proven program that helps you lose weight faster and more effectively than traditional diet plans. Meals come in individual packets that you mix with water and microwave or refrigerate.

Do I need a prescription to order Medifast?

No—Medifast meals and shakes are pre-portioned meal replacements, not medication. Although Medifast does offer specialty products for individuals with particular medical conditions like diabetes, these do not require a prescription either. It is recommended that you discuss your diet plans with your personal physician before and during program participation.

How much does Medifast cost?

For more people, Medifast costs around $11 per day.  Total monthly costs can be under $300 if you purchase Variety Packages; individual food purchases may result in a slightly higher monthly. Because Medifast does not charge enrollment or membership fees, your only cost is the food you purchase.

When you’re making a decision to invest in your health, keep in mind that the average adult spends about $16 each day on food.  Not only can Medifast save you money on food, the healthy, pre-portioned meals save you valuable shopping and prep time in the kitchen!

What makes the Medifast weight loss program different from other diets?

Medifast isn’t just a diet. It’s a portion- controlled, low-calorie program that leads to faster weight loss than traditional diets. Medifast is special because it is clinically proven to produce an average weight loss of up to 2 to 5 lbs per week. Medifast also has customized programs to meet the needs of nursing moms, seniors, teens, and people with diabetes or gout.

What’s the science behind the fast weight loss that occurs on Medifast?

The Medifast weight loss program is a sage and extremely effective diet plan to lose weight fast.  The Medifast program is designed to create a healthy gap between the calories you take in and the amount of calories your body burns. This is the condition that promotes effective and natural weight loss.  In addition, Medifast Meals provide the optimal combination of carbohydrates, protein and other nutrients necessary to give you the quick weight loss you want and the healthy weight loss you need.

How many calories will I be consuming each day on the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan?

Your total daily calorie and carbohydrate count will depend on your personal meal selections. However, the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan generally provides 800 to 1,000 calories and 80-100 grams of carbohydrates per day.

How safe is Medifast?

More than one million customers have safely used Medifast for over 30 years. Medifast has been clinically proven through a number of controlled studies. It is a program that’s been recommended by more than 20,000 physicians nationwide!

Will I have to exercise when I’m on the Medifast program?

Exercise will help you lose weight faster while giving you energy and helping your body retain lean muscle. You may have to adjust your routine when you begin the plan as you adjust to a new daily caloric intake. If you aren’t already exercising when you begin Medifast, consider beginning a moderate routine once you’re accustomed to your new diet plan. You should always talk with your doctor before beginning any exercise program.