my sister is 330 pounds and thinks slim fast is the answer... some girl she knows used it and lost 100 pounds in 7 months and now my sis thinks it is a good idea. But now that girl is on Stacker 2, and i think that has alot to do with her weight loss... so should she go on slim fast or not?
2007-12-27 09:41:58 · 10 answers · asked by twininfl 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Some have had success with it, but I don't care for the Slim Fast diet. It is very low in protein, and I find myself feeling weak and sluggish come noon.
2007-12-27 09:44:58 · answer #1 · answered by rhino 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The only safe way to lose weight is diet and exercise.
Slim fast is a meal replacement diet.Check on the can of slimfast and see how many calories and fat grams is contained in the shake.
I lot of times a person can a eat a healthy light meal for the amount of calories and fat that is in a meal replacement shake.
Also One of the key points of weight loss is lifestyle changes.
When and if your sister gets to her goal weight then will she be able to determine what is apporiate to eat in place of the slim fast shakes or will she go back to her old eating habits.
Everyone is differnt in the way they lose weight but I have heard more positive reviews about the weight watchers program than any other and for the money that she will spending on the shakes she could afford the meetings and learn how to change her lifestyle
2007-12-27 17:49:19 · answer #2 · answered by bethed 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that it is an awful idea. People love the idea of "easy" weight-loss. "If I just do this one thing, I'll lose lots of weight." That just doesn't happen. It requires a comprehensive program and lots of effort. Drinking Slim Fast alone will not cause your sister to lose weight. The best thing to do is check with you doctor, get a diet plan in addition to an exercise plan, and follow it to a T.
That is the only sure way to lose weight. For weight loss, it is always best to check with your doctor before starting anything. After all, they didn't spend years in med-school for nothing!
2007-12-27 18:05:36 · answer #3 · answered by Mikey P. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the Slim Fast Optima Shake. I've been on it for a year and have lost close to 100 pounds. I drink one shake in the morning, one shake for lunch and eat lean cuisine or smart choice type meals for dinner. Also walking is very good. I used to walk to work everyday before I got my car. Now that I have my car I have been driving to and from work and I haven't lost the weight like I used so I walk after work. I just started yesterday and am trying to build myself back up to walk at a quick pace like I did before I had my car. Have her try that combination and hopefully it will work for her. Also be sure to drink lots and lots of water!!!!
2007-12-27 17:51:09 · answer #4 · answered by Ashley P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
BAD IDEA. From the sound of it, your sister REALLY wants to and is trying to lose weight. Giving her slim fast will only starve her. 2 of my friends went on the Slim Fast diet, and they were doing the extremes (just like your sister) and both of them ended up passing out because they weren't eating enough. One of them were even hospitalized for dehydration.
2007-12-27 17:50:15 · answer #5 · answered by Yen 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I use Slimfast for breakfast at times with a fruit, and at lunch with a small green salad. If that is all you ever eat however it is not a reasonable diet. Rapid weight loss is seldom healthy, and once you stop the diet you may quickly gain back even more. Tell your sister to join Weight Watchers, if she can't control her eating. It provides realistic diet plans and support. You can even join online.
2007-12-27 18:02:35 · answer #6 · answered by ScSpec 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's a great idea just make sure she doesnt eat anything with the slim fast!! When my mom was little her father used slim fast mixed with slop to feed the pigs to make them gain weight...mix food with slim fast causes weight gain! That's how I lost weight on it...I hurried up and drank it and then knew I couldn't eat anything else till the next meal or I would gain!
2007-12-27 17:48:12 · answer #7 · answered by suzette 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
slim fast is an ok diet the problem is that you are supposed to use the one drink to replace an entire meal, and for most people that is really hard to do. but if she has support and will power then yes try it and also dont forget to do some kind of work out. tell her good luck.
2007-12-27 17:45:57 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
slim fast is good cuz it gives you nutrients and shrinks your stomach.
2007-12-27 17:46:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
very good if u are on the go and u need something in the morning, and also conrats ashley!! that is awesome!
2007-12-27 17:52:59 · answer #10 · answered by MakeAmyUp! 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋