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The other day, I had someone email me and basically say: "I'm very interested in the Medifast diet.
I'm very intrigued by the dramatic results my friend has had, but I want to know if I can just
substitute the Atkins shakes in the grocery store for the Medifast ones." I have to say
that probably the majority of questions that I get about this diet have to
do with the shakes.  There seems to be a perception that this plan is defined by
them.  I understand this somewhat.  These items are tasty, filling, and pretty
convenient, so there is a lot to like about them.  But, there are only one of many food
choices.  However, I'll answer the question about substituting the Atkins shakes in the
following article.
Why Medifast Shakes Are So Popular And Are Beyond Comparison:  I believe that these
shakes get so much attention because they are known to be pretty tasty while still being
very low in calories and carbohydrates, and very high in protein and fiber.  There are
not a lot of diet foods which are able to retain a decent taste and texture while being so
sound nutritionally.  This combination (along with the other foods) puts you body in
what I called the promised land which is technically defined as ketosis.  In this metabolic
state, your body begins to turn on and burn it's fat stores because you aren't giving it the excess
carbohydrates that commonly help with this job.
If you pick up and examine say a slim fast shake, you'll see that there is really no
comparison.  Most "diet shakes" are really full or sugar, calories, and carbs and
therefore aren't nearly as effective in getting you into ketosis.
Medifast Shakes Versus Atkins Shakes. Which Is Better?:  OK, let's take a look at them side
by side. I'll be looking at the chocolate royale for Atkins and the dutch chocolate 55 for
Medifast.  And know that I'm evaluating them based on their ability to get you into fat
burning mode. (Although I do have to say that the Atkins shake has that chalky after taste that is
nasty and typical of so many diet foods. I don't find this on the 55 version. ) Any way,
these two shakes are pretty similar in terms of protein, carbs, sugars and fiber.  In all of
these categories, either would get you in ketosis (so long as you ate either diet's meals for the
remainder of the day.)  However, the chocolate royale has a whopping 170 calories per
serving.  This is almost double the dutch chocolate's 90 calories.
I find this to be a deal breaker. That's almost like consuming two meals (at least in terms of
calories) instead of one.  The whole point to this is to keep your calories low so that you can
get in fat burning mode.  Why go through all the work and trouble and then consume a
product that has twice as many calories?
What Are You Really Saving With The Atkins Shake?: I asked the person who sent the email why

2. she wanted to substitute the other shake? She said she liked that she could pick them up at the
grocery store and she perceived them to be a bit cheaper.  This actually isn't really
true.  These shakes average out to be well over $2 each. This is about what you
would pay for Medifast too, sometimes less. 
And, I can't stress this enough.  You are eating a variety of foods on this diet, and
many of them aren't liquid.  You will also eat eggs, chili, oatmeal, bars, etc.  And,
most people place monthly orders and have the food shipped right to their door.  You don't
need to buy grocery store products on top of that. If you do, you're spending more money than you
need to for something that has many more calories than what you would get other wise.
If you use coupons or discounts, you can basically get 5 Medifast meals each day for about $8
each day (less then $2 each.)  But, if you add on a grocery store shake or two onto this,
you're bumping this up to $10 -$12 per day for food you don't need that is giving you more
calories.  It's just unnecessary when they provide you with everything you need.
Want more information on the diet's shakes or other foods? Lindsey's Medifast Review Website
features recipes, a list of all of the foods (including all of the shake varieties and choices), videos,
tips, coupons ($50 off or two weeks free), information and products related to success on this diet.
She also offers a free ebook ("Getting The Most Out Of Medifast") to help you get started. You can
visit her at http://easiest-diet.com/medifast.
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