Medifast and slimfast diets are fast-gaining popularity in the market because of their effectivity. Both are meal replacement diets that employ the use of meal plans to help an individual lose weight. Although the regimen maybe somewhat similar, there are major differences between the two.
When people compare slimfast to medifast, the criterias that are often employed are the following; variation, cost, nutritional value and effectivity. Slimfast snack bars and shakes are cheaper compared to medifast. They are also more convenient because they can be bought in many convenience stores. Medifast, on the other hand, is often purchased through mail-order and is slightly more expensive than slimfast bars and shakes. Secondly, when it comes to nutritional value, medifast seems to be the clear winner. This is because medifast products are made of soy which is rich in proteins. It is also low in carbohydrates and sugar. It is these very characteristics of medifast meals that help the body go into a state of ketosis. This is the secret of medifast’s success and effectivity. In terms of variation, medifast also takes the trophy. Aside from the usual meal bars and snack bars, they also offer puddings, stews, oatmeal and chili. Slimfast foods, meanwhile, only consist of snack bars, mixes and shakes.
To compare slimfast to medifast in terms of effectivity, many people claim that medifast meals can keep them satisfied for about two to three days. With slimfast, however, it only sates one’s appetite momentarily and a few hours later, the individual begins to feel hungry again. This prompts them to eat more of the prepared meals which in the long run defeat the purpose of the diet.