Liquid Meals: Review Of The Slim Fast Diet Plan

When Slim Fast came on the market more than two decades ago, it was an answer to a society that had become increasingly obsessed with diets and short on time. The Slim Fast Diet plans seemed like an easy solution for people who wanted to lose weight quickly but not go completely hungry.

But Slim Fast, a milk-based meal replacement drink, quickly gained a reputation as a diet product that caused an embarrassing side effect. Most people who drink it pass gas!

Today, the Slim Fast Diet plan includes more than just milk shakes. They also sell fruit smoothies, soups, meal bars and different versions of their meal replacement shakes.

Try soy products

If you are tight on time and you don't want your pants to feel so tight, there is nothing wrong with occasionally drinking a meal replacement shake. But don't let Slim Fast become the bread and butter of your diet.

One of the healthier options offered by Slim Fast is the Slim Fast with soy protein. The product contains 15 grams of soy protein, which is a sufficient amount of protein for one meal for an average person. Also, soy is a plant-based protein. As a bonus, since it's lactose-free, the product is much less likely to cause embarrassing gas. The product has 170 calories so it is wise to add a piece of fruit or a small serving of vegetables or bread to make it a well-rounded meal.

Look at the fiber content

In addition to the amount of protein, check the particular Slim Fast product to see how much fiber is in it. Slim Fast claims their meal replacement products are low on the glycemic index, which ranks food according to how it affects blood sugar. Foods with more fiber typically rank lower on the glycemic index.

Don't depend on the Slim Fast diet plan to provide you with all of the fiber you need in a day. Most people need at least 25 grams of fiber a day. If you decide to try Slim Fast products, make sure you write down how many grams of fiber you eat. Balance the diet out by adding fruits and vegetables high in fiber and rich in nutrients.

Glorified junk food

While Slim Fast boasts about having so many essential vitamins and minerals, it's no better than popping a vitamin supplement.

Your body still needs vitamins, minerals and fiber found naturally in foods that are not processed and do not include refined sugars. Slim Fast diet products, along with most diet products with refined sugars, are simply glorified junk food.

If you are looking for a sensible alternative, visit your neighborhood health food store or go on-line to select meal replacement bars or drinks that produce an alkaline effect in the body, contain whole grains, protein and no refined sugars.

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