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hangclaw Posts: 83 Joined: 2002/12/01	2002/12/28, 09:15 PM I am curious to hear some feedback on slim-fast. I am afraid to say it, but I have used this product with success. It has been an easy (lazy?) way for me to regulate my caloric intake. Any thoughts?
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2002/12/28, 09:36 PM Well, long ago in a land far away I will admit I used it too. Now, I am not saying this to condone it's use. I used it before I ever knew any better. In essence, any diet will work for you I believe if all you want to do is lose weight or stay the same. But if you are into gaining lean mass(muscle), burning fat, and improving the qulaity of your physique, ditch the slim fast in favor of a muscle building higher protein diet. Don't know if this is what you want to hear, but the truth. -------------- The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary!
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2002/12/28, 10:25 PM Just compare the number's on slim fast and any good mrp. That says it all. -------------- The trouble with jogging is that, by the time you realize you are not in shape for it, it is too far to walk back! Franklin P. Jones Ivan Montreal Canada
hangclaw Posts: 83 Joined: 2002/12/01	2002/12/29, 10:19 AM About what I expected to hear. The stuff is cheap, about $5 a six-pack at Walmart. And it has helped me lose almost all my target weight. The problem is, I don't REALLY look any better, though there are some definition changes. Maybe it is time to move on.
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2002/12/29, 11:01 AM I think you just answered your own question. Best to you. I think you will see great results from as you say, moving on. -------------- The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary!
sandysford Posts: 1,139 Joined: 2002/11/18	2002/12/29, 09:31 PM Slim Fast, The sugar alone in it has to be bad for anyone. Ultra-Slim Fast, Protein, 10 grams, carbs 40 grams, sugar 35 grams. Now for some good numbers to decide by. Myoplex, 43 grams protein, 20 grams of carbs, 2 grams of sugar. Just one example. Read the labels and decide. Best of luck to you.
hangclaw Posts: 83 Joined: 2002/12/01	2003/01/02, 09:25 PM I will have to, as you say, read the labels. For instance, what about the other nutrients, vitamins, etc.? Where can I check into "Myoplex"? Also, what is "mrp" refered to in "caravan's" reply?
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/01/02, 10:37 PM Mrp is meal replacement. You can check the labels of myoplex and others at upper49th.com or eas.com. I am in no way connected. Just for info. -------------- The trouble with jogging is that, by the time you realize you are not in shape for it, it is too far to walk back! Franklin P. Jones Ivan Montreal Canada
Firehawk734 Posts: 295 Joined: 2002/07/31	2003/01/06, 11:27 AM Vitaglo.com is offering, or was offering a great deal on myoplex.
houseofdiet Posts: 161 Joined: 2003/01/07	2003/01/12, 10:04 PM If you check the label and nutritional info, slimfast=chocolate milk...
mackfactor Posts: 766 Joined: 2002/10/17	2003/01/14, 03:25 PM Slim Fast might as well be a soft drink with all that sugar. But considering that a single shake has roughly 225 calories and the plan tells you to have a shake for breakfast and lunch and then eat a 'sensible' dinner, chances are those on it consume only 1400 calories a day. This is basically the equivalent of the fabled (and utterly ridiculous) Subway 'diet.' It uses extreme calorie restriction which is both marginally ineffective and unhealthy. Yes, you will lose weight, but much of it will be muscle and you will soon hit a plateau, which will likely be above your ideal weight. Extreme calorie restriction is a poor weight loss method and the theory is carried over using 1980's science. In addition you'll almost certainly be well short on protein, as a Slim Fast shake provides only a small amount of loew quality protein. So, if you're looking for a snack, you might as well have a cookie and some milk, you'll end up with the same results. If you're looking for a diet plan, skip the Slim Fast. -------------- "Don't follow leaders and watch your parking meters!" -- Bob Dylan