{"product_id":"bhw1002-optifast-optifast-vlcd-shake-assorted-pack-530g","title":"Optifast VLCD Shake Assorted Pack 530g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Optifast VLCD Program is a nutritionally complete very low calorie diet for the management of people who are obese or severely overweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo assist with compliance the product range comes in a variety of products including shakes, desserts, soups and bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOptifast VLCD is for the dietary management of obesity and must be used under the supervision of a healthcare professional. A program of regular light exercise enhances wellbeing, and therefore likelihood of success.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Optifast VLCD Program is a nutritionally complete very low calorie diet for the management of people who are obese or severely overweight. To assist with compliance the product range comes in a variety of products including shakes, desserts, soups and bars. The Optifast VLCD Program offers a wide range of convenient meal replacements. Shakes, desserts, soups and bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFree online support and information available to start your journey towards a healthier future. To join, log on to www.optifast.com.au\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOptifast VLCD should be taken under the supervison of a healthcare professional. It is indicated for persons with a BMI\u0026gt;30 or a BMI\u0026gt;27 with medical complications associated with obesity. Optifast VLCD is for the dietary management of obesity and must be used under the supervision of a healthcare professional.  A program of regular light exercise enhances wellbeing, and therefore likelihood of success.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eINDICATIONS: Total food replacement for the management of obesity. Optifast VLCD Program is intended for use as part of the management of people who are obese or overweight when there is associated secondary pathology e.g. non-insulin dependent diabetes, hypertension, osteoarthritis, hypothyroidism corrected by replacement therapy, gynaecological disorders, hyperlipidaemia or where obesity is an impediment to surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCONTRAINDICATIONS: Acute cerebrovascular or cardiovascular disease, renal disease, hepatic disease, type 1 diabetes, porphyria or overt psychosis. Use in pregnancy - Contraindicated. Use in lactation - Contraindicated. Use in children - Use of very low energy diets is not recommended in persons below 18 years. Use in elderly - Use of very low energy diets is not recommended in persons above 65 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePRECAUTIONS: Individuals with recent myocardial infarction should be referred to a cardiologist to determine suitability for modified fasting. Individuals receiving medication for diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidaemia or those on lithium therapy may require a reduction indose or withdrawal of treatment whilst undergoing modified fasting. Such individuals should be monitored carefully in the first weeks ofan Optifast VLCD Program. Individuals with a history of gout, porphyria, or hepatic, renal or gall bladder disease should also be monitored carefully by theirhealthcare professional. Individuals on lithium therapy require more frequent monitoring of blood lithium levels. Alcohol should not be consumed when using the Optifast VLCD Program\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMONITORING: At the commencement of the program, individuals should be checked for normal renal and hepatic function and thereafter regular checks for weight, blood pressure and urinalysis by their doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eADVERSE REACTIONS: Initial transient effects have been observed: sensitivity to cold, dry skin, temporary rash, temporary hair loss, postural hypotension, fatigue, diarrhoea, constipation, muscle cramps, halitosis, irritability, menstrual disturbances. These are generally insufficient in magnitude or duration to warrant cessation of the program but check with your GP. IN some rare cases, numbness and the appearance of previously unsuspected gallstones have been reported. Rapid weight loss occasionally leads to higher serum uric acid levels and might precipitate an acute attack of gout in a predisposed individual. This may be ameliorated by ensuring adequate fluid intake and including one teaspoon of vegetable oil with the 2 cups of additional vegetables consumed daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAlways check any adverse symptoms with a doctor. Although the Optifast VLCD Program contains adequate electrolytes for the needs of most individuals, some individuals may become hyponatraemic or hypokalaemic, especially if they are receiving diuretic therapy. In such circumstances, electrolyte supplements may berequired as directed by your healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstructions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd one sachet of Optifast VLCD to 200-250ml of cold or warm water. Stir, blend or shake to dissolve. Do use boiling water. All prepared products should be tightly covered and consumed within 6 hours at room temperature or within 24 hours if refrigerated. Note: Do not change proportions. Follow preparation instructions. Discard any unfinished product that has been heated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdministration:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery Low Energy Diet: For Intensive Level of the program, replace all meals with three Optifast VLCD product per day. Additionally, consume a minimum of two litres of calorie-free fluid and at least two cups of low starch vegetables with one teaspoon of vegetable oil per day. A program of regular light exercise enhances wellbeing and the likelihood of success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne serve of Optifast VLCD Shake can be replaced with one serve of any other product in the Optifast VLCD range (Soups, Desserts, Bars).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore box in a dry, cool place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContents not to be sold separately\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContains phenylalanine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnsuitable for use by pregnant or lactating women, infants, children, adolescents or people older than 65 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOptifast VLCD should be taken under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is indicated for persons with a bmi\u0026gt;30 or a bmi\u0026gt;27 with medical complications associated with obesity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery low energy diet: for intensive phase of the program, replace all meals with three Optifast VLCD products per day. Additionally, consume a minimum of two litres of calorie-free fluid and at least two cups of low starch vegetables with one teaspoon of oil per day. A program of regular light exercise enhances wellbeing and the likelihood of success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery low calorie diet one serve of Optifast VLCD shake can be replaced with one serve of any other product in the Optifast VLCD range (desserts, soups, bars).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery low energy diet. Take an additional two litres of calorie-free fluid each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople with existing medical conditions, please consult your healthcare professional before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Optifast","offers":[{"title":"530g","offer_id":42376127774920,"sku":"BHW1002","price":59.6,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/3490\/6568\/products\/9300605123229.jpg?v=1665544509","url":"https:\/\/freshbeautyco.com.au\/products\/bhw1002-optifast-optifast-vlcd-shake-assorted-pack-530g","provider":"Fresh Beauty Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}