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How much water do I need to drink during this Program?

We highly recommend that you consume a minimum of 2 liters per day to ensure a nutritionally balanced diet. Drinking water will keep you hydrated and help you during the weight loss journey especially in the initial weight loss phase.

Where are Optifast products available in Middle East?

Optifast Products are available in KSA & UAE only. And you can find your store locator in UAE and KSA through the following link: www.optifast-me.com/store-locator

What are Optifast Products and flavors in ME ?

Optifast® VLCD™ products includes : Shakes: OPTIFAST VLCD SHAKE CHOCOLATE FLAVOUR OPTIFAST VLCD SHAKE STRAWBERRY FLAVOUR OPTIFAST VLCD SHAKE COFFEE FLAVOUR OPTIFAST VLCD SHAKE VANILLA FLAVOUR Bars: OPTIFAST VLCD BAR CAPPUCCINO FLAVOUR    OPTIFAST VLCD BAR CHOCOLATE FLAVOUR  Soups: OPTIFAST VLCD SOUP CHICKEN FLAVOUR Desserts: Chocolate flavor

What is Optifast® VLCD™ Diet?

Optifast® VLCD™ is a very low calorie diet and scientifically formulated for the dietary management of obesity. The Optifast® VLCD™ products are total food replacement and not drugs It is a nutritionally complete which contains the recommended daily requirements for vitamins, minerals, trace elements, fatty acids and protein.  

Do you recommend exercise with Optifast Plan?

Optifast is a comprehensive program that help to lose weight and adopt a healthy lifestyle, so exercise is an essential part of this program, even with minimal of 30 minutes’ walk per day. However vigorous exercise is not really recommended on the 1st phase. We only advise light walking from 30-40 minutes/ day or 3 times a week, while you can freely exercise in the other 2 phases. 

Is optifast product Halal?

All Nestle products in the Middle East (including Optifast® VLCD™) respect all specifications and regulations mandated by the authorities in the region and are Halal.

I don’t want to lose weight, is there any negative impact if I consume Optifast product?

Optifast® VLCD™ is not a drug, it is a food replacement products and Very low Calorie Diet accordingly there are no negative impact of using any of Optifast products. We would like to emphasis that the Optifast® VLCD™ program Designed for individuals with a BMI greater than 30, or a BMI greater than 27+ risk factors.

How much weight will I lose?

During the Intensive phase of the Optifast® VLCD™ Program, on average men lose 1.5-2.5kg per week and women lose 1-2kg per week. With medical supervision, weight loss of around 15-20kg may be experienced over a 12-week period. It is common to see a larger amount of weight loss in the first week of the program. The weight loss in the second week will give you an idea of what to expect .  

At what age can I use the Optifast program?

You can follow Optifast program if your age is above 18 years old and your BMI is greater than 30 or BMI > 27 plus risk factors. Find out more on these risk factors by visiting the following link: www.optifast-me.com/is-optifast-right-for-me-overview.

Can I skip any meal during this program?

When you start with Optifast program your body will be exposed to Ketosis which is a metabolic reaction that occurs in your body. this means your body shifts from using primarily carbohydrates to using fats as an energy source resulting in a reduction of body fat stores.You will most likely feel fatigue during the first 3-5 days of the program, therefore we highly recommend that you don't skip any of your meals to prevent fatigue and hunger which might lead to overeating and to ensure that your body gets the required essential Micro & Macro  Social Media Reply:  We highly recommend that you don't skip any of your meals to ensure that your body get the required balanced Micro & Macro nutrients as essential fatty acids, minerals and vitamins. As Optifast might be  accompanied with fatigue and headache on the first (3-5) days

Will I need vitamin supplements while following Optifast program?

Optifast® VLCD™ program is formulated to support all your needs from Macro & Micro nutrients as per the Recommended Daily Intake (RDI). Therefore no need to add any other supplements into this diet.

Can I chew calorie-free gum during the program?

Yes, you can chew sugar free gum.

Is coffee allowed while following the Optifast Program?

Yes, you can drink non-caloric liquids. You can visit our Website: www.optifast-me.com the additional foods you can consume during each phase of Optifast® VLCD™.

Sugar content in OptiFast

We are always working to enhance our recipes to suit our customers and we appreciate your feedback as of now the sugar levels are low enough to induce ketosis and support your weight loss journey while maintaining a tasty meal. OptiFast also provides you with the daily requirements for vitamins, minerals, trace elements, fatty acids and protein.

Where to direct consumers asking about OptiFast availability?

UAE: Focus on AMAZON If someone does not want to buy online, then you can ask them to check our pharmacy list online ( the product might not be available in all chain pharmacies in the UAE, so online purchase is the best option in this case) KSA: Yes we are available in all Al Nahdi chains + Al Nahdi Online (so they can order online through Al Nahdi) We are also in some other pharmacies which could be checked on our website

What is ketosis and is it harmful?

Ketosis is a metabolic reaction that occurs in your body when following the OPTIFAST VLCD Program Intensive phase. This means your body shifts from using primarily carbohydrates to using fats as an energy source and it is a very safe approach to weight loss. However It’s not advisable to be followed for a long time. That’s why we shift to phase 2&3 to try to get the body back to normal gradually.

I have a problem with heartburn; will Optifast program aggravate this?

Optifast products will not aggravate heartburn issue. In addition, Optifast program depends on distributing your meals onto small frequent meals which is one of the healthy tips to eliminate heartburn symptoms.

Could be using a very low-calorie diet cause constipation?

Optifast could cause minor constipation in the first few days, however it will be resolved. Optifast contains fiber and with proper water intake, possibility of constipation is low.

Do you have gluten free products from Optifast?

Optifast Shakes, soups and Desserts are Gluten free products. However,  Bars are not.

Is Optifast products suitable for people with celiac disease?

Optifast products are not suitable for Cilac Disease patients. Therefore we highly recommend you to consult with your doctor for other suitable diet program.

Can people with high blood pressure use Optifast Program for weight loss?

Optifast Program can be followed by High Blood pressure patients. However, for any comorbid disease accompanied by obesity we highly recommend you to seek your HealthCare professional supervision as your medication will vary with your weight loss achieved.

I am a Muslim, how can I continue on the program during Ramadan?

Optifast® VLCD™ products provide all nutritional requirements during the day. You can take 2 Optifast meals along with 2 snacks. And the main recommendation is to start with Phase 2 and avoid Phase 1 completely. To find out more on Ramadan diet, visit the following link: www.optifast-me.com/ramadan-program-overview

Availability of the new Optifast Coffee Shake

It is available in KSA only

I’m breastfeeding and want to start the program what shall I do?

VLCDs (very low calorie diets) are not  recommended for breastfeeding women as they're not designed to meet the increased nutritional demands of lactation  and reducing the calorie intake too much can  affect milk supply . However you can always consult your healthcare practitioner on the possibility of  starting on  the Maintenance phase ( replacing one meal per day with an OPTIFAST).                                                                                                                                                                               

Who is suitable to start Optifast?

Optifast® VLCD™ is suitable for: • individuals with a BMI greater than 30, or a BMI greater than 27+ risk factors, poor mobility or a need for weight reduction prior to surgery. • Need to improve an obesity-related medical condition, such as diabetes. • Want to break food habits that are inhibiting them from losing weight. • Have struggled with making sustainable lifestyle modifications. • Have been unable to achieve sufficient weight loss through their current dietary management. • Have been dieting unsuccessfully for many years

Does the Optifast strawberry milkshake have fish oil and where does this ingredient originally come from and what is the name of that fish?

This fish oil is originated from a Tuna fish oil, which comes from the family tuna (Scombridae) species.

I am a nutritionist and want to add optifast products to my clinic what shall I do?

Hello xx thank you for your interest please send us your full details including your city of residence and clinic name for better assistance.  

Are there any new flavors?

The latest addition to Optifast is the coffee shake