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		<title>A Weight Loss Plan That Works!</title>
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			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
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		<category term="Success Stories" />
		<updated>2008-12-03T01:50:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-12-03T01:50:00Z</published>
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&lt;DIV align=right&gt;I cannot believe this woman is 55 years old. She looks fantastic - plus she lost over a 100 lbs on Medifast.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; We have tried the Medifast products and even if you are NOT on a "diet" - they taste great and are a great, nutrious way to eat properly vs filling up on crud.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; The Medifast meals and shakes not only taste good, they &lt;U&gt;really&lt;/U&gt; fill you up.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Medifast is running some special promotions.&lt;BR&gt;&amp;nbsp;if you are interested in more info - here is a link to their official site.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/j4116p-85-7NQPVOPWONPOSPTOXT" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/np82p59y31NQPVOPWONPOSPTOXT" width=1 border=0&gt; 
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&lt;H4&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=+1&gt;Jacqueline Jasper&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/H4&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"&gt;My self-confidence and self-esteem have gone through the roof.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=2&gt;&lt;IMG height=216 src="http://www.medifast1.com/success_stories/images/jacqueline_jasper-after.jpg" width=285 align=left&gt;Oh how I wish I had found Medifast years before my weight soared to 225 lbs! At that weight, I hated to go out anywhere because I could never find clothing that fit. The truth was that I could not fit into “my own body.” I was sick and tired of being overweight.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=2&gt;I was also tired of being depressed about not being able to shop for clothes in regular stores. I was sick and tired of having to go to specialty stores to find clothes that fit. I was just plain old sick and tired.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=2&gt;Now at 55-years-old, I weigh 120 pounds at 5’6”. I have never felt better or so young in my entire life. I have lost a total of 105 pounds. Imagine! 105 pounds is a whole other person! I don’t worry about my weight anymore. I am no longer obsessed with food. I live my magnificent life! When I put on a few pounds, I just adjust my food intake and use Medifast again.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=2&gt;&lt;IMG height=171 src="http://www.medifast1.com/success_stories/images/jaqueline_jasperbefore.jpg" width=167 align=right&gt;Many people say that it is so difficult to lose weight, as you get older. This is not at all true. I cannot believe what a wonderful product Medifast is. It is delicious tasting and I have used it in a variety of ways. I even serve the fruit punch to my guests during the summer.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=2&gt;I have taken on new hobbies and gone back to school. As a schoolteacher, I used to be embarrassed to attend classes and workshops because of my size. Sitting in desks was uncomfortable. Sitting in “my body” was uncomfortable. No one should have to live in a body that they are unhappy with. You only have one body in this life and you should love living in it!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=2&gt;My self-confidence and self-esteem have gone through the roof. Prior to starting Medifast, I had tried every “diet” program. Each attempt to lose weigh left me more miserable than the one before. Each attempt also added weight to my already overweight body. The more programs I tried, the more I became preoccupied with food. It seemed as if living inside my body was more of a curse than a joy.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=2&gt;Now after losing 105 lbs. on the Medifast program, I can finally state that I am euphoric living in my body today. Not only was losing the weight easy to do, but also keeping it off for over 8 years is a sign of true success.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size=2&gt;I never realized how unhappy I was with my weight and myself until I lost the weight with Medifast. Now I am living in the body I ought to have and living the life, of which I am worthy. Everyone is entitled to live in a body in which one is content. Everyone is entitled to live a life in which one can fully participate with joy. Medifast can give me that astonishing life, so that I could truly start living the amazing life I deserve!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;/TD&gt;&lt;/TR&gt;
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		<title>Product Review - Medifast Diet</title>
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			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
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		<updated>2008-05-25T19:55:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-05-25T19:55:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">Personally, I think - losing weight and staying healthy shouldn't be a hassle.&lt;BR&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;BR&gt;Society has pushed the waif like super skinny supermodel on us for decades.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Fact is,&amp;nbsp;I personally don't want to look like the Olsen twins -&amp;nbsp;I just wanted to drop a few pounds and do it in a way that was simple yet fast. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;EM&gt;To be real honest - I wanted my jeans to quit cutting into my stomach every time I bent over.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/EM&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;BR&gt;I've tried the Medifast Diet and liked several things about it:&lt;BR&gt;1) It's easy&lt;BR&gt;2) It works&lt;BR&gt;3) It works for those with Type Two Diabetes&lt;BR&gt;4) You can create your own meal plan or buy their ready made one month package. &lt;BR&gt;5) You can still eat out and not feel like an idiot asking for special meal preparation&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;The story below caught my eye when I was looking at all the weight loss pills, diets and exercise plans.&amp;nbsp;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Then &amp;nbsp;I had the opportunity to meet&amp;nbsp;Adrene whose in the story below&amp;nbsp;- she's the real deal.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Medifast worked for her - it pretty much saved her life.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;I&amp;nbsp;ordered the Medifast Meals - I did not care for the ready made package - you might.&amp;nbsp; I liked being able to create my own meal plan so I went with Shakes - chocolate and banana, Pudding - same flavors - chocolate and banana, soups - tomato and the Maryland crab.&amp;nbsp; I also liked the bars - chocolate with peanut butter.&amp;nbsp; You eat five meals a day (only one of the meals can be a bar).&amp;nbsp; You then eat one meal of your own (or eat out).&amp;nbsp; &lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/rc122ox52x4KNORUPOSKMLPSTLRP" target=_blank&gt;To see the Design-a-Menu - just click here&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/6i104bosgmk589CFA9D576ADE6CA" width=1 border=0&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;EM&gt;It's pretty simple and the weight does come off.&lt;/EM&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&amp;nbsp; One month will cost you about $300.&amp;nbsp; Yes, this seems a little expensive but then I figured well - about $75 a week so about $10 a day.&amp;nbsp; I decided to jump in and order a month's worth and was glad that I did.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;If it's still too much for your budget - order a week's worth and see what you think.&amp;nbsp; It's better than not doing it at all.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;If you can do it for one month - getting rid of the weight will justify the spend (it did for me).&amp;nbsp; &lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;EM&gt;I have had many compliments on my weight loss -&lt;/EM&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt; most people look at me like I am crazy when I say Medifast was what&amp;nbsp;I used.&amp;nbsp; Like me, they have seen it on TV and in magazines but didn't think it would work.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;EM&gt;I went down several clothing sizes and my shoe size even went down a size and a half (I swear!).&amp;nbsp; &lt;/EM&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;I would have been happy losing one dress size.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;EM&gt;The weight honestly dispeared pretty much overnight after the first week.&amp;nbsp; After that first week, I wore a size smaller then those pants kept getting looser and looser.&amp;nbsp;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/EM&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;BR&gt;By the end of the month, they were hanging on me. So I guess I am a real life success story too. &lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/dj77uoxuowBEFILGFJBDCGDHCLF" target=_blank&gt;If you want more info, just click here - Clinically Proven Medifast Meal Replacement Diet.&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/1h66drvjpn8BCFIDCG8A9DAE9IC" width=1 border=0&gt; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;My step sister is probably going to try it - she ordered Nutrisystem and said she's lost a few pounds her biggest complain was all the extra food that you have to buy plus the $300 a month price tag of Nutrisystem.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Budget wise it's really hurting her since all the extra groceries you need when you do the Nutrisystem plan really add up. Plus it seems to be a lot more time consuming to make the meals - not just the "heat and eat" like they say.&amp;nbsp; Medifast mixes with water (except the bars) and you either shake it or stir and heat.&amp;nbsp; I definitely like how simple it is.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;Adrene Christian's Story&amp;nbsp;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/FONT&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;"I lost over 92 pounds in 6 months on Medifast, and it has changed my life!"&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I lost over 92 pounds in 6 months on Medifast, and it has changed my life! Before Medifast, I was desperate, depressed and on 13 pills in the morning, 11 in the afternoon and 8 at night. I had diabetes, fibromyalgia, bi-polar disorder, sjrogens disease, two heart attacks and high blood pressure all because of my weight. Thanks to Medifast, I no longer carry my medicine bag around – and I am healthy! &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;When I started Medifast, I weighed 310 pounds and wore a 24-26W in dresses. Now, I weigh 133 pounds and wear a size 6-8. I look outstanding!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I had tried other diets before and they weren’t successful. I would gain 2-3 times more once I stopped the diet. Some programs even turned me down because they said I was too overweight and they couldn’t help me! However, Medifast has been a miracle. I have maintained my weight loss for two years now, and not only do I look great but I feel remarkable!&lt;BR&gt;&lt;IMG height=420 src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/success_stories/adrene.jpg" width=240 align=right&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/dj77uoxuowBEFILGFJBDCGDHCLF" target=_blank&gt;If you want more information on the Medifast Meal Replacement Diet just click here.&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/1h66drvjpn8BCFIDCG8A9DAE9IC" width=1 border=0&gt;</content>
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		<title>Foolproof Way to Lose at Least 20 Pounds FAST!!!!!!</title>
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			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
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		<updated>2008-05-24T16:40:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-05-24T16:40:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">With Memorial Day weekend here everyone wants to know - How Can I Lose 20 Pounds Super Fast?&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;We've done some research &lt;STRONG&gt;on the fastest and safest way to drop weight&lt;/STRONG&gt;.&amp;nbsp; The main problem is you want to still be able to eat - if you starve yourself, after a couple days, a week, a couple hours - you'll give up.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;You want to increase your metabolism also so you are burning calories faster than you are now. There are all kind of pills that claim to do that but we found a faster way that works better.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;The bad news is - a diet is just that a diet.&amp;nbsp; You won't be eating Big Macs.&amp;nbsp; But - you can drink shakes and have some great tasting treats.&amp;nbsp; &lt;STRONG&gt;The good news is - this is fool proof, it works and the weight falls off - and it falls off super fast.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;BR&gt;If you are serious about wanting to lose weight and can stick with a plan for all of one month - this one will work for you.&amp;nbsp; It is fail proof - seriously.&amp;nbsp; All you need to do is order a one month supply and follow the simple directions.&amp;nbsp; To boost your metabolism the same company has a metabolism booster drink - we'll give you that info too. If you want ultra success (or need to lose more weight, say a&amp;nbsp;100 pounds)&amp;nbsp;you may want to do this for longer than a month. Even if you had to do it for three months - how else could you lose this amount of weight so fast?&amp;nbsp;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;The good thing is - you have some options - you can buy their already created 1 month plan that contains an assortment of meals or create your own one month supply by mixing and matching meals.&amp;nbsp; Our personal top picks are the shakes, the Maryland crab soup, the Tomato soup, chocolate pudding and banana pudding.&amp;nbsp; The puddings are almost like a mousse - you will be surprised at how much&amp;nbsp;each one of these&amp;nbsp;fills you up.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Below are some success stories from people who have lost well over 20 pounds on this diet and kept it off.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Read at least one of these success stories - you will be amazed - this stuff works!!!!&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;
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&lt;P class=testimonial-left&gt;&lt;IMG src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/success_stories/nadine_carr_after.jpg" align=left border=0&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;BIG&gt;&lt;BIG&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Nadine Carr&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/BIG&gt;&lt;/BIG&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I lost 150 pounds and 8-10 dress sizes. I am doing great.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;One summer, I returned home from vacation very ill. I went to my doctor and he said that there were only two ways to go, Medifast or the hospital. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;He told me I need to either lose weight or have the fluid drained from my body.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;He suggested that I do the Medifast program, and I told him that I could. He also told me to drink plenty of water. This was 5 years ago.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/4m115r09608ORSVYTSWOQPTQUPYU" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/ba107snrflj478BE98C46596A5EA" width=1 border=0&gt; 
&lt;P class=testimonial-right&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;IMG src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/success_stories/nadine_carr_before.gif" align=right border=0&gt;I am 75-years-old now and still at the weight my doctor wants me. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I was on insulin since I was 40-years-old, but now I no longer take insulin. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I also no longer have to take 2 shots a day to get rid of my high blood pressure. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;I have lost 150 pounds and 8-10 dress sizes. &lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
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&lt;P class=testimonial-left&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;IMG src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/success_stories/shannon.jpg" align=left border=0&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;BIG&gt;&lt;BIG&gt;Shannon Wollam&lt;/BIG&gt;&lt;/BIG&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Medifast Star Contest Winner!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;THANK YOU MEDIFAST! I cannot say it enough, thank you, thank you, thank you!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I am so grateful for the Medifast program. This program has allowed me to focus on WHY I eat instead of WHAT I eat by taking the guess work out of meal preparation.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I have been heavy most of my life. It was easier to count on my friend "food" for comfort and support than anything else or anyone else.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I have yo-yoed back and forth so many times; tried so many diet plans, etc. BUT never did I change my eating habits or want to discover WHY I may be eating.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I ate because I was bored, hurt, scared, bored, bored, bored. I was bored because I didn't feel well, couldn't participate in things people were doing, walk my dog, play tennis, swim, hike, etc. Those were the things I wanted to do...when I didn't do them I began getting depressed, wanted to stay inside and just eat and be bored there.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I have been on depression and anxiety medication for about 10 years...what a way to really cover up your feelings, the doses kept getting higher and higher. I was also realizing that the more medication I took, the less I moved, the more I ate because I was bored watching life go by...the more weight I gained and so went the process over and over and over again.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;That's the wall I hit. I am part of a cosmetic field and looking put together is very important...I certainly wasn't cute and put together. I was wearing a size 20 suit jacket and a size 22 skirt. I was having trouble with my breathing and the most embarrassing thing was when I noticed I was having trouble fitting in an airplane seat. I had had enough!!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Then I found MEDIFAST. "When the student is ready the teacher appears, right?" Well, I was ready.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/4m115r09608ORSVYTSWOQPTQUPYU" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/ba107snrflj478BE98C46596A5EA" width=1 border=0&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;On the Medifast program, you just eat when you're told to, eat what you're told to and exercise and drink water and start to move your body.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;THEN your body starts to change...when you lose the weight, you gain confidence, and you gain another block you can walk, another lap you can swim.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;YOU come back!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;"Nothing tastes as great as being thin feels!" is my mantra. I just wanted to be healthy again and make better choices.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;In four months, I have lost 63 pounds! How thrilling. Medifast has changed my life. I will be forever grateful for that.&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;/TD&gt;&lt;/TR&gt;&lt;/TBODY&gt;&lt;/TABLE&gt;
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&lt;P class=testimonial-right&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;IMG alt="Mary Jane has lost over 170 pounds with Medifast." src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/success_stories/Mary-Jane_after2.jpg" align=left border=0&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;BIG&gt;&lt;BIG&gt;Mary Jane Medlock&lt;/BIG&gt;&lt;/BIG&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;No Pills, No Surgery, No Kidding!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I have spent over $20,000 on weight loss products, programs and pills with little or no success. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Finally, I found the Medifast Program. I had extraordinary results.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/4m115r09608ORSVYTSWOQPTQUPYU" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/ba107snrflj478BE98C46596A5EA" width=1 border=0&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;I lost over 170 pounds, went from a size 56 to an 8, and have not gained one pound back,&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;For a person that was use to jumping from one diet to another, I have not been on any other program since the year 2001. That is truly a miracle in itself.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;With Medifast, I didn't have to count calories, carbs, fat grams or mess with portion sizes. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;This program is literally GOOF-PROOF!!&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/4m115r09608ORSVYTSWOQPTQUPYU" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/ba107snrflj478BE98C46596A5EA" width=1 border=0&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;For years, I felt like a failure with no hope, but all I needed was Medifast, which gave me rapid, continuous weight loss and tremendous energy. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/4m115r09608ORSVYTSWOQPTQUPYU" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/ba107snrflj478BE98C46596A5EA" width=1 border=0&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;No pills, no stomach surgery, NO KIDDING!!.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;I hope that my story inspires others because I now live my life with complete passion and fulfillment. If I can do it, so can you.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;/TD&gt;&lt;/TR&gt;&lt;/TBODY&gt;&lt;/TABLE&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Remember the metabolism booster drink we told you about?&amp;nbsp; You'll want to order these too - they work!!!!!!&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/4m115r09608ORSVYTSWOQPTQUPYU" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.awltovhc.com/ba107snrflj478BE98C46596A5EA" width=1 border=0&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; They are listed as Flavor Infusers when you shop for your products.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;IMG src="http://www.medifast1.com/shopping/images/products/momentum_fi_lg.jpg" width=330 border=0&gt;&lt;IMG src="http://www.medifast1.com/shopping/images/products/momentum_lg.jpg" width=330 border=0&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;</content>
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	<entry>
		<title>Medically Approved Diet Plan Also Diabetic Friendly</title>
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		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
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		<category term="Weight loss" />
		<updated>2008-05-03T16:28:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-05-03T16:28:00Z</published>
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Researchers
    released the results of a weight loss study that found that after 34 weeks, diabetic
    participants using Medifast's portion controlled, meal replacement program lost twice as
    much weight and were twice as likely to complete the study as participants following a
    standard food diet based on the dietary guidelines of the American Diabetes Association
    (ADA). Additionally, after 34 weeks, 24 percent of the Medifast users decreased or
    eliminated their diabetes medication, compared to 0 percent on the standard food diet.&lt;/p&gt;
    &lt;p class="subtitle" align="left"&gt;The researchers randomized two groups of Type II diabetic
    volunteers. One group was given the Medifast Plus for Diabetics defined-formula meal
    replacement diet of soups, oatmeal, bars and a variety of shakes. The other group was
    asked to follow a diet based on ADA nutrition guidelines, shop for their own food and
    manage their own portions, but had the same guidance from the doctors, counselors and
    dietitians in the study as the Medifast group.&lt;/p&gt;
    &lt;p align="left"&gt;&amp;#147;I have been a diabetic for about five or six years. As of today I am
    completely off all my sugar and cholesterol medications and my blood pressure is normal.
    My total weight loss on this program has been 50 pounds. I&amp;#146;ll tell you; this has made
    the difference to me in life and death. I truly believe Medifast has been a miracle in my
    life,&amp;#148; says Josephine Shaw, a diabetic patient. &lt;/p&gt;
    &lt;p align="left"&gt;A crucial finding was a significant drop in diabetes medication intake for
    the Medifast group. After the 34-week weight loss phase, 24 percent of the Medifast
    participants either decreased or eliminated their diabetes medication. None of the
    participants on the standard food diet could say the same. &lt;/p&gt;
    &lt;p align="left"&gt;&amp;#147;In my twenty years as a critical care physician using surgery and
    medicines, I have never experienced the amazing improvement in disease that I have in the
    two years we have been focused on nutritional intervention as the first line defense
    against disease,&amp;#148; says Dr. Andersen. &amp;#147;Within 4 to 16 weeks our patients are
    coming off their cholesterol and diabetic medication and showing dramatic improvements in
    the symptoms of several other conditions.&amp;#148;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;H1 class=headlinecopy align=center&gt;Medifast Outperforms American Diabetes Association Diet By Twice The&lt;BR&gt;Weight Loss According To Published Study&lt;/H1&gt;&lt;I&gt;
&lt;P align=center&gt;Study showing Medifast's effectiveness in patients with type 2 diabetes&lt;BR&gt;published in 'The Diabetes Educator' &lt;/P&gt;&lt;/I&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;OWINGS MILLS, Md., February 11, 2008- /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) today announced that a study conducted by researchers at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, showing the Medifast Program outperforms the American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommended diet for patients with type 2 diabetes, has been published in the January/February issue of 'The Diabetes Educator'. The peer-reviewed journal is the official journal of the American Association of Diabetes Educators. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;The examiner of the study from Johns Hopkins University submitted the study and informed Medifast that the study has been published in the most appropriate venue to help train diabetes educators about the effectiveness of Medifast Meal Replacements in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The study was finalized for publication within the last 12 months after being presented to physicians and scholars attending the American Diabetes Association Convention in 2005. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;"This study is one of many that validate the efficacy of Medifast Meal Replacements in the clinical setting," said Brad MacDonald, Chairman of the Board, Medifast, Inc. "Medifast continues to invest in the research and development of its products and programs to ensure that our claims to consumers are the most documented and credible in the industry." &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/rt67ar-xrzEHGMFGNFEGFJGKFOI" target=_blank&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Visit our official web site for more information on this clinically proven medifast meal replacement diet.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.tqlkg.com/om75vvzntrCFEKDELDCEDHEIDMG" width=1 border=0&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt; &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;In the study, the Medifast Program outperformed the ADA recommended diet in weight loss, adherence and biochemical outcomes. These findings suggest a re-evaluation of the ADA recommendation, which currently does not promote portion-controlled meal replacement programs in weight loss and weight maintenance for individuals with diabetes, is warranted. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;The results of the study also suggest that meal replacements may achieve the same outcomes in diabetics as bariatric surgery (though over the longer term), while mitigating the increased risk of morbidity and mortality associated with these more dangerous treatment approaches. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;"A close friend of mine had some serious complications because of type 2 diabetes and it scared me to death," said Medifast client Steven Eldridge, of Raytown, MO. "I was suffering from the disease myself and decided to consult my doctor. He said the best thing I could do is to lose the weight, and that's when I found Medifast. I lost 114 pounds in 5 months on the Medifast Program and am totally off my diabetes medication for the first time in 6 years, which is an absolute miracle, and I have Medifast to thank!" &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;The study compared Medifast's effectiveness for weight control in people with type 2 diabetes to the standard ADA recommended dietary guidelines. The study enlisted 112 overweight or obese people with type 2 diabetes using two weight loss approaches of equal caloric prescription - the Medifast Program and a traditional reduced-calorie diet based on the ADA recommended dietary guidelines. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;According to the results, participants randomized to receive Medifast lost twice as much weight and were twice as compliant with the diet as participants following the standard ADA diet. Approximately 40 percent of the Medifast participants lost greater than 5 percent of their initial weight, compared with 12 percent of those on the standard ADA diet. Additionally, 24 percent of the Medifast users decreased or eliminated their diabetes medication, compared to 0 percent on the standard ADA diet. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Medifast will continually participate in studies in the future, which will add even more credibility to the Medifast Brand and Programs. For more than 25 years Medifast has been prescribed by practitioners as a safe and effective program that yields significant results and has been proven to provide significant weight loss of 2-5 pounds per week. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;"Over 15,000 physicians have recommended Medifast since 1980 and millions of consumers have realized the health and wellness benefit of our program," says Michael S. McDevitt, Chief Executive Officer, Medifast, Inc. "The publication of this study adds to Medifast's already stellar reputation in the medical community."&amp;nbsp;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;/TD&gt;&lt;/TR&gt;&lt;/TBODY&gt;&lt;/TABLE&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/rt67ar-xrzEHGMFGNFEGFJGKFOI" target=_blank&gt;For More Information Visit the Official Medifast Site and Read About the Clinically Proven Medifast Meal Replacement Diet.&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.tqlkg.com/om75vvzntrCFEKDELDCEDHEIDMG" width=1 border=0&gt;</content>
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	<entry>
		<title>Medifast Diet</title>
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		<id>tag:dietbling.com,2008-04-18:9193ccd5-005a-4860-865c-5842b75ec3ef</id>
		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
		</author>
		<category term="Diet" />
		<updated>2008-04-18T23:00:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-04-18T23:00:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">&lt;FONT size=3&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;Adrene Christian&lt;/STRONG&gt; &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;FONT size=3&gt;I lost over 92 pounds in 6 months on Medifast, and it has changed my life!&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;I lost over 92 pounds in 6 months on Medifast, and it has changed my life! Before Medifast, I was desperate, depressed and on 13 pills in the morning, 11 in the afternoon and 8 at night. I had diabetes, fibromyalgia, bi-polar disorder, sjrogens disease, two heart attacks and high blood pressure all because of my weight. Thanks to Medifast, I no longer carry my medicine bag around – and I am healthy! &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;When I started Medifast, I weighed 310 pounds and wore a 24-26W in dresses. Now, I weigh 133 pounds and wear a size 6-8. I look outstanding!&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;I had tried other diets before and they weren’t successful. I would gain 2-3 times more once I stopped the diet. Some programs even turned me down because they said I was too overweight and they couldn’t help me! However, Medifast has been a miracle. I have maintained my weight loss for two years now, and not only do I look great but I feel remarkable!&lt;BR&gt;&lt;IMG height=420 src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/success_stories/adrene.jpg" width=240 align=right&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/P&gt;</content>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<title>Diet Tips</title>
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		<id>tag:dietbling.com,2008-04-18:771b3175-e997-4cfb-9b80-7d9e07403a00</id>
		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
		</author>
		<category term="Tips" />
		<updated>2008-04-18T22:56:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-04-18T22:56:00Z</published>
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Choose a Diet That Suits You" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Choose-a-Diet-That-Suits-You"&gt;Choose a Diet That Suits You&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Choose the Best Diet" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Choose-the-Best-Diet"&gt;Choose the Best Diet&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Establish a Diet Plan" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Establish-a-Diet-Plan"&gt;Establish a Diet Plan&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Get Started on a Low Carb Diet" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Get-Started-on-a-Low-Carb-Diet"&gt;Get Started on a Low Carb Diet&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Get the Most Effective Diet" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Get-the-Most-Effective-Diet"&gt;Get the Most Effective Diet&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Improve Your Cabbage Soup Diet" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Improve-Your-Cabbage-Soup-Diet"&gt;Improve Your Cabbage Soup Diet&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Lose 12 Pounds in  12 Weeks" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Lose-12-Pounds-in--12-Weeks"&gt;Lose 12 Pounds in 12 Weeks&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Lose Weight With a Math Based Diet" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Lose-Weight-With-a-Math-Based-Diet"&gt;Lose Weight With a Math Based Diet&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Lose Weight With a Very Simple Diet" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Lose-Weight-With-a-Very-Simple-Diet"&gt;Lose Weight With a Very Simple Diet&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Maintain a Diet Journal for Life" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Maintain-a-Diet-Journal-for-Life"&gt;Maintain a Diet Journal for Life&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Make Low Carb Dieting Simple and Easy" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Make-Low-Carb-Dieting-Simple-and-Easy"&gt;Make Low Carb Dieting Simple and Easy&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Make a Weight Loss Smoothie" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Weight-Loss-Smoothie"&gt;Make a Weight Loss Smoothie&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Plan a Weight Gain Diet on a Student Budget" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Plan-a-Weight-Gain-Diet-on-a-Student-Budget"&gt;Plan a Weight Gain Diet on a Student Budget&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Prepare Easy Breakfast" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Prepare-Easy-Breakfast"&gt;Prepare Easy Breakfast&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Stick to Your Diet During Vacations" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Stick-to-Your-Diet-During-Vacations"&gt;Stick to Your Diet During Vacations&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;
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&lt;DIV id=category_entry&gt;&lt;A title="Use the Hollywood Diet" href="http://www.wikihow.com/Use-the-Hollywood-Diet"&gt;Use the Hollywood Diet&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;/TR&gt;&lt;/TBODY&gt;&lt;/TABLE&gt;</content>
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	<entry>
		<title>New Metabolism Boosters</title>
		<link rel="alternate" href="http://dietbling.com/2008/03/10/httpwwwcouponblingcommetabolism-booster.aspx?ref=rss" />
		<id>tag:dietbling.com,2008-03-10:b5bcca72-c264-4e8c-99b0-26ec5f0c22a3</id>
		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
		</author>
		<category term="Weight loss" />
		<updated>2008-03-11T01:18:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-03-11T01:18:00Z</published>
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Each Momentum by Medifast product contains 100 mg of Caffeine and 90 mg of EGCG. The combination of Caffeine and EGCG found in three (3) Momentum products has been clinically shown to have the maximum effect on inducing thermogenesis. Think of thermogenesis as the metabolism "turning up the heat" to burn extra calories. Click here for more information on the Medifast official site &lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/o665mu2-u1HKLORMLPHJIMPQION" target=_blank&gt;get more info on Momentum by Medifast&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/cr122o26v0zKNORUPOSKMLPSTLRQ" width=1 border=0&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;IMG src="http://www.medifast1.com/shopping/images/products/momentum_package_large.jpg" width=330 border=0&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
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&lt;TD align=middle&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;New Momentum by Medifast(TM) Product Line Tailored for Weight Loss Plateaus and Weight Maintenance&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/TD&gt;&lt;/TR&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;SPAN id=intelliTxt&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Medifast also launches Super Omega-3(TM) dietary supplement &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;OWINGS MILLS, Md., Jan. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Medifast, Inc. (NYSE:MED), a leading portion-controlled weight loss program, today announced the launch of its new product line Momentum by Medifast, the first product line in the weight loss industry designed specifically to induce thermogenesis. Medifast also launched its new Super Omega-3 product today, the first dietary supplement to be added to the product line.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/1766ar-xrzEHILOJIMEGFJGKFOK" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/jd77iw-ousDGHKNIHLDFEIFJENJ" width=1 border=0&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Momentum by Medifast is designed to burn extra calories, boost metabolism and decrease appetite, and has been clinically shown to have the maximum effect on inducing thermogenesis, making it ideal for clients in a weight loss plateau or the weight maintenance phase of the Medifast Program.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;"Medifast is very excited to launch a product line tailored for weight loss plateaus and weight maintenance," said Michael S. McDevitt, Chief Executive Officer, Medifast, Inc. "We fully expect Momentum by Medifast to enhance our clients' success on the Medifast Program, keeping them motivated longer."&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Momentum by Medifast products contain 100 milligrams of caffeine and 90 milligrams of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a potent antioxidant found in green tea. The combination of caffeine and EGCG found in three Momentum products has been clinically shown to increase the body's metabolic rate above normal, which can result in burning extra calories.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;"Our clinical study found that for two hours after consuming a Momentum product, energy expenditure increased by 24 percent," said Lisa M. Davis, Ph.D., PA-C, C.N.S., L.D.N., Director of Research, Medifast, Inc. "This translates into burning an extra 60 to 100 calories per day. Momentum was designed as an excellent and effective tool for tackling plateaus and fostering weight maintenance."&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Momentum by Medifast features two types of products which are suitable for clients in all stages of the Medifast Program: meal replacements and a new product called a Flavor Infuser. Meal replacements are available in Banana Creme Shake, Cappuccino and Chai Latte flavors. Flavor Infusers are pencil paks containing individually packaged servings of flavored powder that can be added to water, and are available in Green Tea Lemon, Mixed Berry and Strawberry Lemonade flavors. Medifast clients can use any combination of Momentum by Medifast meal replacements and Flavor Infusers three times a day to produce the desired effects of thermogenesis.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Medifast's Super Omega-3 supplements are enteric coated softgel capsules that offer Medifast clients organic flaxseed oil and the healthy fatty acids EPA and DHA. Medifast's Super Omega-3 supplement supports healthy circulation; helps keep cholesterol levels in the normal, healthy range; helps maintain healthy blood pressure; helps support normal, healthy brain function; offers anti-inflammatory benefits and promotes lowered triglyceride levels. (As with most dietary supplements, these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.)&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/1766ar-xrzEHILOJIMEGFJGKFOK" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/jd77iw-ousDGHKNIHLDFEIFJENJ" width=1 border=0&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;"Medifast's customized Super Omega-3 contains high concentrations of EPA and DHA in optimal proportions, plus organic flaxseed oil to enhance cardiovascular health and cognitive function, and improve the body's anti- inflammatory response," said Davis, co-author of the book, "Anti-Inflammatory Foods for Health". "Its enteric coating ensures maximal bioavailability while reducing the fishy aftertaste often found with other brands. Recent studies now show that omega-3s also have the ability to reduce body fat. This feature makes Super Omega-3 the perfect complement to Medifast's weight loss programs."&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;/TD&gt;&lt;/TR&gt;&lt;/SPAN&gt;&lt;/TBODY&gt;&lt;/TABLE&gt;
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&lt;P align=left&gt;&lt;A id=aboutmomentum name=aboutmomentum&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;IMG height=27 alt="about momentum" src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/buzz/title_aboutmomentum.jpg" width=217&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=howdoesmomentumwork name=howdoesmomentumwork&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;How does Momentum work?&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt; &lt;BR&gt;Each Momentum by Medifast product contains 100 mg of Caffeine and 90 mg of Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a potent antioxidant found in Green Tea. This combination has been clinically shown* to have the maximum effect on inducing thermogenesis. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=whatisthermogenesis name=whatisthermogenesis&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;What is Thermogenesis?&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Thermogenesis is the process by which your body generates heat, or energy, by increasing your metabolic rate above normal. Think of thermogenesis as your metabolism "turning up the heat" to burn extra calories.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P class=style3&gt;&lt;A href="http://www.medifast1.com/weightloss/momentum.asp#aboutmomentum"&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;IMG height=12 alt=toppage src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/buzz/icon_top.jpg" width=108 border=0&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=WhataresomebenefitsofusingMomentum name=WhataresomebenefitsofusingMomentum&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;What are some benefits of using Momentum?&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
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&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Contains 100 mg of calorie burning Caffeine &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Contains 90 mg of EGCG &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Enhances fat burning by boosting your metabolism and decreasing your appetite &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Specially designed to help you break through a weight loss plateau and assist with weight maintenance &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;A href="http://www.medifast1.com/weightloss/momentum.asp#aboutmomentum"&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;IMG height=12 alt=toppage src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/buzz/icon_top.jpg" width=108 border=0&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=IsMomentumareplacementforexercise name=IsMomentumareplacementforexercise&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Is Momentum a replacement for exercise?&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;No, Momentum is not a replacement for exercise and it's not just a weight loss product. The increase in calories burned by consuming 3 Momentum products is equivalent to:&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P align=center&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Gardening for 15 minutes&lt;BR&gt;Running 3/4 mile in 10 minutes&lt;BR&gt;Walking at 3.5 mph for 15 minutes&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P class=style3 align=left&gt;&lt;A href="http://www.medifast1.com/weightloss/momentum.asp#aboutmomentum"&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;IMG height=12 alt=toppage src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/buzz/icon_top.jpg" width=108 border=0&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=WhoshoulduseMomentum name=WhoshoulduseMomentum&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Who should use Momentum?&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Momentum is a great tool for those in the Weight Loss phase of the Medifast Program. During this phase: &lt;/FONT&gt;
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&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Momentum can help you over a weight loss plateau. &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Momentum can keep you motivated to stay on the program longer by enhancing your success. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Momentum is also ideal for those in the Transition or Weight Maintenance phases. During these phases: &lt;/FONT&gt;
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&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;You have a higher calorie intake (compared to the 5 &amp;amp; 1 Plan) and maybe less sensitive to caffeine. &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;You're no longer limited to 3 servings of caffeine, so you can consume 3 Momentum products plus additional caffeinated beverages. &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Momentum provides a boost to metabolism, which can promote successful long-term weight maintenance. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;SMALL&gt;*Evaluation of metabolism-boosting beverages on resting energy expenditure. Jason Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Owings Mills, MD. (Publication pending).&lt;/SMALL&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=Whatistherecommendedusage name=Whatistherecommendedusage&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;What is the recommended usage?&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
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&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Up to 3 Momentum products may be used daily. &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Any 3 Momentum Meals daily as part of the 5 &amp;amp; 1 Plan, specialized Weight Loss plans (Diabetes, Seniors, etc.) or Weight Maintenance phase; OR &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Any 3 Flavor Infusers with daily water intake; OR &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Mix and Match (2 Momentum Meals and 1 Flavor Infuser or 1 Momentum Meal and 2 Flavor Infusers) for a total of 3 Momentum products daily. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;A href="http://www.medifast1.com/weightloss/momentum.asp#aboutmomentum"&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;IMG height=12 alt=toppage src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/buzz/icon_top.jpg" width=108 border=0&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=WhatisaFlavorInfuser name=WhatisaFlavorInfuser&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;What is a Flavor Infuser?&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;A Flavor Infuser is an individually packaged serving of flavored powder that you can add to a bottle of water. Each Flavor Infuser should be mixed with 16 oz of water for the optimal taste experience. If you prefer a more intense flavor, you can add a Flavor Infuser to 8 oz of water instead. Momentum Flavor Infusers are available in 3 great-tasting flavors: Green Tea Lemon, Strawberry Lemonade and Mixed Berry.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=IsMomentumclinicallyproven name=IsMomentumclinicallyproven&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Is Momentum clinically proven?&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;BR&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Yes! A &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;clinical study&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt; found that:&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
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&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;For 2 hours after consuming 1 Momentum product, energy expenditure was increased 24%. &lt;/FONT&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Study participants burned an extra 60 to 100 calories per day (on average) after consuming 3 Momentum products. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;
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&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;A id=clinicalstudy name=clinicalstudy&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Clinical Study&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Christopher D. Coleman, Joni Rampolla, Jessica Kiel, Lisa M. Davis. Jason Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Owings Mills, MD &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/B&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;B&gt;Objective:&lt;/B&gt; To evaluate the effect of thermogenic meal replacement beverages (TMR&lt;img src="http://dietbling.com/emoticons/cool.png" border="0" /&gt; containing 90mg ECGC and 100mg of caffeine on resting energy expenditure (REE). &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;B&gt;Subjects:&lt;/B&gt; 30 adults (19 women, 11 men) were stratified into 3 groups: lean (n=10, BMI 21.5 ± 2.1); overweight/obese (OW) (n=10, BMI 29.8 ± 2.7); or weight maintainers (WM) (n=10, BMI 28.8 ± 4.0, maintained wt loss of &amp;gt;5% body wt for ≥3 mos). &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;B&gt;Methods:&lt;/B&gt; Following an overnight fast, baseline measures of ht, wt, WC, bp, pulse, and REE via indirect calorimetry were performed. REE was repeated at 30, 60, 90, and 120 min after consuming a TMRB. Appetite was assessed via visual analogue scale at baseline, 30 min and 120 min after consuming the TMRB. Results: Overall, mean REE increased 24.0 ± 10.1% for the 2-hr period following the consumption of a TMRB. Mean 24-hr REE was increased 5.9 ± 2.5% overall (p=0.000), 5.7 ± 3.1% among lean subjects (p=0.0002), 5.3 ± 1.4% among OW subjects (p=0.000), and 6.8 ± 2.7% among WM (p=0.0007). There was a trend toward increased fat oxidation (p=0.116). Appetite was significantly reduced 30 min after consuming the TMRB (p=0.0002), but not at 120 min. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;B&gt;Conclusion:&lt;/B&gt; Our findings suggest 3 potential benefits of TMRB in weight control: increases in resting energy expenditure, increases in fat oxidation, and decreases in appetite. Decreases in energy in and increases in energy out should translate into improved weight loss and weight maintenance. &lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
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		<title>Medifast to Offer New Products, Discounts and Savings</title>
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		<updated>2008-01-23T03:23:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-01-23T03:23:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">Medifast Weight Loss Systems has kicked off 2008 with all kinds of specials plus some new products with a thermogenic kick to help you burn the weight even faster.&amp;nbsp;Here&amp;nbsp;is their site&amp;nbsp;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/hq105vpyvpxCFEKDELDCEDHEIDMI" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.tqlkg.com/c2111r6Az42ORQWPQXPOQPTQUPYU" width=1 border=0&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;I ordered the new Medifast drink mixes this week and will update this site after I've tried them.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; I have been using the Lipton sugar free drink mixes since this summer and they have been "okay". I also tried lime juice in regular water......it's "okay" too but to get a thermogenic boost in my water - that works!&amp;nbsp; I also like being able to mix it when I am ready vs buying pre-bottled drinks. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;I decided&amp;nbsp;I needed to drink more water and this allows me to do so.&amp;nbsp; I am really looking forward to a thermogenic boost in the water with the new Medifast drink mixes. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;My husband and I&amp;nbsp;been a big fan of&amp;nbsp;Medifast shakes and bars for over a year - easy to use, the products fill you up and taste good. I'm not a big oatmeal fan but a woman that I work with loves the Medifast oatmeal. So I guess it's just finding your favorites and then it makes sticking to a diet easier.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;In my case, we have spent time at my in laws this past year,&amp;nbsp;in Green Bay, WI&amp;nbsp;and they usually lay out a big spread of very high calorie breakfast "stuff" when we visit.&amp;nbsp; Sorry - but I want to kep the weight off and I am not giving in to a massive sugar blast as good as it may look - I pass. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;I'm able to easily mix and enjoy a Medifast banana shake (my personal favorite) and easily pass on all the super high calorie stuff that would leave me feeling hungry in an hour or so.&amp;nbsp; It's not a big deal to quickly mix a shake and it doesn't draw attention to not eating what is offered.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;If you still aren't sold on Medifast and spending about $275 for a month's supply - then if nothing else, maybe&amp;nbsp;try a couple boxes of shake mixes or whatever jumps out at you.&amp;nbsp;You can come back online later and mix and match some more.&amp;nbsp;I will say Medifast is way easier than I thought it would be to use. I hope you give it a try - I think you'll find it well worth it.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Oh - the Lean and Green Meal - I have yet to have any problem at all creating that meal when eating out or when we were at the in laws (and we are going there again this weekend to visit).&amp;nbsp; No one notices that I am doing anything special or that I am eating a special meal.&amp;nbsp;I just look at what is beings erved and work my way around any stuff that is not part of the Lean and Green meal.&amp;nbsp;&lt;IMG src="http://dietbling.com/emoticons/smile.png" border=0&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Here is the site once more if you're interested.&amp;nbsp; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/hq105vpyvpxCFEKDELDCEDHEIDMI" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.tqlkg.com/c2111r6Az42ORQWPQXPOQPTQUPYU" width=1 border=0&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Just found this info too -the Thermogenic line is called Momentum&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;
&lt;P class=style3&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;A id=howdoesmomentumwork name=howdoesmomentumwork&gt;&lt;/A&gt;How does Momentum work?&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Each Momentum by Medifast product contains 100 mg of Caffeine and 90 mg of Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a potent antioxidant found in Green Tea. This combination has been clinically shown* to have the maximum effect on inducing thermogenesis.&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P class=style3&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;A id=whatisthermogenesis name=whatisthermogenesis&gt;&lt;/A&gt;What is Thermogenesis?&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Thermogenesis is the process by which your body generates heat, or energy, by increasing your metabolic rate above normal. Think of thermogenesis as your metabolism "turning up the heat" to burn extra calories.&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P class=style3&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;A id=WhataresomebenefitsofusingMomentum name=WhataresomebenefitsofusingMomentum&gt;&lt;/A&gt;What are some benefits of using Momentum?&lt;/STRONG&gt; 
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&lt;LI&gt;Contains 100 mg of calorie burning Caffeine 
&lt;LI&gt;Contains 90 mg of EGCG 
&lt;LI&gt;Enhances fat burning by boosting your metabolism and decreasing your appetite 
&lt;LI&gt;Specially designed to help you break through a weight loss plateau and assist with weight maintenance &lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;
&lt;P class=style3&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;A id=IsMomentumareplacementforexercise name=IsMomentumareplacementforexercise&gt;&lt;/A&gt;Is Momentum a replacement for exercise?&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;BR&gt;No, Momentum is not a replacement for exercise and it's not just a weight loss product. The increase in calories burned by consuming 3 Momentum products is equivalent to:&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P class=style3 align=center&gt;Gardening for 15 minutes&lt;BR&gt;Running 3/4 mile in 10 minutes&lt;BR&gt;Walking at 3.5 mph for 15 minutes&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P class=style3&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;A id=WhoshoulduseMomentum name=WhoshoulduseMomentum&gt;&lt;/A&gt;Who should use Momentum?&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Momentum is a great tool for those in the Weight Loss phase of the Medifast Program. During this phase: 
&lt;UL class=style3&gt;
&lt;LI&gt;Momentum can help you over a weight loss plateau. 
&lt;LI&gt;Momentum can keep you motivated to stay on the program longer by enhancing your success. &lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;
&lt;P class=style3&gt;Momentum is also ideal for those in the Transition or Weight Maintenance phases. During these phases: 
&lt;UL&gt;
&lt;LI class=style3&gt;You have a higher calorie intake (compared to the 5 &amp;amp; 1 Plan) and maybe less sensitive to caffeine. 
&lt;LI class=style3&gt;You're no longer limited to 3 servings of caffeine, so you can consume 3 Momentum products plus additional caffeinated beverages. 
&lt;LI class=style3&gt;Momentum provides a boost to metabolism, which can promote successful long-term weight maintenance. &lt;/LI&gt;&lt;/UL&gt;
&lt;P class=style7&gt;*Evaluation of metabolism-boosting beverages on resting energy expenditure. Jason Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Owings Mills, MD. (Publication pending).&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;
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&lt;P align=center&gt;&lt;BIG&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;FONT size=4&gt;For 2 hours after consuming 1 Momentum product, energy expenditure was increased 24%.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/BIG&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P align=center&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;BIG&gt;&lt;A href="http://www.medifast1.com/weightloss/momentum.asp#Evaluation of metabolism-boosting beverages on resting energy expenditure"&gt;&lt;FONT size=4&gt;Study&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;FONT size=4&gt; participants burned an extra 60 to 100 calories per day (on average) after consuming 3 Momentum products.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/BIG&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P align=center&gt;&lt;FONT size=4&gt;&lt;IMG height=514 src="http://www.medifast1.com/images/buzz/graph_REE.jpg" width=510&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P class=style3 align=center&gt;&lt;SMALL&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Please note: Momentum is not a replacement for exercise and it’s not just a weight loss product. &lt;BR&gt;The increase in calories burned by consuming 3 Momentum products is equivalent to:&lt;BR&gt;Gardening for 15 minutes&lt;BR&gt;Running 3/4 mile in 10 minutes&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/SMALL&gt;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;/TD&gt;&lt;/TR&gt;&lt;/TBODY&gt;&lt;/TABLE&gt;
&lt;P align=left&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/P&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;</content>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<title>Medifast Offers Stranded Pure Weight Loss Clients Unique Options</title>
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		<id>tag:dietbling.com,2008-01-22:6f616ce7-41b2-4868-8a69-c3bd1ea7c6d1</id>
		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
		</author>
		<category term="News Releases" />
		<updated>2008-01-23T02:19:00Z</updated>
		<published>2008-01-23T02:19:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">&lt;H2&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Medifast Offers Stranded Pure Weight Loss Clients Unique Options&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/H2&gt;
&lt;H3&gt;Medifast offer includes special deal and free unique support channels &lt;/H3&gt;
&lt;P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;OWINGS MILLS, Md., Jan 03, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) today announced that the Company is offering a special deal for clients of the recently closed Pure Weight Loss centers. Medifast is offering Pure Weight Loss clients $55 Off a Purchase of $250 or more by using code PURE at&amp;nbsp;checkout. &lt;/P&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/2j102uoxuowBEDJCDKCBDCGDHCLH" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.tqlkg.com/6g77drvjpn8BAG9AH98A9DAE9IE" width=1 border=0&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;Medifast is also offering former Pure Weight Loss clients several different levels of support free of charge. Medifast will work to partner each client with a specifically tailored personal program that best meets their needs. Medifast provides clients with access to an experienced Health Coach, access to the Medifast network of medical practitioners, online support and access to nutritionists. For clients who need more structure and accountability for success Medifast can direct them to an area Medifast Weight Control Center. All of this support is being offered absolutely free to former Pure Weight Loss clients. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;With Medifast there is no need for a contract or long term commitment, just place your order and enjoy a medically approved program without counting calories, carbs or points. Medifast can help you lose up to 5 pounds per week and is the brand that has been recommended by over 15,000 Physicians for more than 26 years. Choose Medifast because it Works! Lose the Weight and Keep it Off with Medifast. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;"Medifast is proud to offer former Pure Weight Loss clients a proven solution to their weight loss needs," said Michael S. McDevitt, Chief Executive Officer, Medifast, Inc. "At Medifast we understand how personal and intimidating the weight loss journey can be and that's why we're offering several unique channels of support to Pure Weight Loss clients in their time of need."&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;About Medifast: &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Medifast (NYSE: MED) is the leading easy-to-use, clinically proven portion-controlled weight loss program. Medifast has been recommended by 15,000 physicians and used by over one million customers. It is committed to enriching lives by providing innovative choices for lasting health. Medifast programs have been proven effective through studies by major university teaching hospitals. The company sells its products and programs via four unique distribution channels: 1) the web and national call centers, 2) national network of physicians, 3) medically supervised Medifast Weight Control Centers, and 4) the Take Shape For Life direct-selling division, a network of health coaches. Medifast was founded in 1980 and is located in Owings Mills, Maryland. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Please Note: This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements generally can be identified by use of phrases or terminology such as "intend" or other similar words or the negative of such terminology. Similarly, descriptions of Medifast's objectives, strategies, plans, goals or targets contained herein are also considered forward-looking statements. Medifast believes this release should be read in conjunction with all of its filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and cautions its readers that these forward-looking statements are subject to certain events, risks, uncertainties, and other factors. Some of these factors include, among others, Medifast's inability to attract and retain independent Associates and Members, stability in the pricing of print, TV and Direct Mail marketing initiatives affecting the cost to acquire customers, increases in competition, litigation, regulatory changes, and its planned growth into new domestic and international markets and new channels of distribution. Although Medifast's believes that the expectations, statements, and assumptions reflected in these forward- looking statements are reasonable, it cautions readers to always consider all of the risk factors and any other cautionary statements carefully in evaluating each forward-looking statement in this release, as well as those set forth in its latest Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and other filings filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including its current reports on Form 8-K. All of the forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this release. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;SOURCE Medifast, Inc. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Copyright (C) 2008 PR Newswire. All rights reserved &lt;/P&gt;</content>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<title>MEDIFAST  DROP THE WEIGHT ULTRA FAST   GET 70 MEALS FREE!</title>
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		<id>tag:dietbling.com,2007-09-13:c0fc30e1-c59f-463a-9550-7d4469753e61</id>
		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
		</author>
		<updated>2007-09-14T00:19:00Z</updated>
		<published>2007-09-14T00:19:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/dq122r09608ORQWPQXPOQPTSQWSP" target=_blank&gt;&lt;IMG alt="Medifast Diet - lose the weight" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/q6121fz2rxvGJIOHIPHGIHLKIOKH" border=0&gt;&lt;/A&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;
&lt;H2&gt;&lt;FONT size=3&gt;Medifast, Inc. to Unveil New Advertising Campaign Featuring Genie Francis and New Web Features in Early 2008&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/H2&gt;
&lt;H3&gt;&lt;FONT size=3&gt;Marketing campaign to feature new commercials, print ads and a new website&lt;/FONT&gt; &lt;/H3&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;OWINGS MILLS, Md., Dec 26, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) today announced that the Company will unveil a new advertising campaign featuring television, print and web banner ads in early 2008. The focus of the campaign will be celebrity spokeswoman Genie Francis, who reached her goal of losing over 30 pounds in just a few months on the Medifast Program. Francis is best known to fans as Laura from the hit daytime drama General Hospital. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;New print ads featuring Genie Francis' success on the popular Medifast 5&amp;amp;1 Plan will run in major national publications in January such as People Magazine, Better Home &amp;amp; Gardens and US Weekly. The ads will also feature customer testimonials. &lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://www.medifastdiet.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-2170180-10415095" target=_blank&gt;Medifast Official Site&lt;/A&gt; &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/image-2170180-10415095" width=1 border=0&gt; &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;New television spots will feature spokeswomen Francis and Kristy Swanson in separate ads. One of Swanson's ads will also feature her mother Rosemary, who has lost more than 20 pounds on the Medifast Program. Swanson, who has lost 27 pounds on the Medifast Program, is best known to fans as Buffy from the 20th Century Fox movie, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;As part of the marketing campaign both Francis and Swanson will continue to share their personal weight-loss journeys with Medifast customers. The celebrity's pages feature interactive journals, chats, meal plans and updated photo galleries from both stars. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Medifast will launch a new website in early 2008 enhanced with an improved user experience. The new site will provide easier navigation for customers, more health related content as well as greater customization of orders and ease of use. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Francis' and Swanson's weight-loss journeys have been featured in national print media including People Magazine, Quick &amp;amp; Simple Magazine, Soap Opera Digest, ABC Soaps in Depth, Life and Style Weekly and In Touch Weekly; and in national television media including The View, Access Hollywood, Inside Edition, Extra and E! News. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;About Medifast: &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Medifast (NYSE: MED) is the leading easy-to-use, clinically proven portion-controlled weight loss program. Medifast has been recommended by 15,000 physicians and used by over one million customers. It is committed to enriching lives by providing innovative choices for lasting health. Medifast programs have been proven effective through studies by major university teaching hospitals. The company sells its products and programs via four unique distribution channels: 1) the web and national call centers, 2) national network of physicians, 3) medically supervised Medifast Weight Control Centers, and 4) the Take Shape For Life direct-selling division, a network of health coaches. Medifast was founded in 1980 and is located in Owings Mills, Maryland. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Please Note: This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements generally can be identified by use of phrases or terminology such as "intend" or other similar words or the negative of such terminology. Similarly, descriptions of Medifast's objectives, strategies, plans, goals or targets contained herein are also considered forward-looking statements. Medifast believes this release should be read in conjunction with all of its filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and cautions its readers that these forward-looking statements are subject to certain events, risks, uncertainties, and other factors. Some of these factors include, among others, Medifast's inability to attract and retain independent Associates and Members, stability in the pricing of print, TV and Direct Mail marketing initiatives affecting the cost to acquire customers, increases in competition, litigation, regulatory changes, and its planned growth into new domestic and international markets and new channels of distribution. Although Medifast's believes that the expectations, statements, and assumptions reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cautions readers to always consider all of the risk factors and any other cautionary statements carefully in evaluating each forward-looking statement in this release, as well as those set forth in its latest Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and other filings filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including its current reports on Form 8-K. All of the forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this release. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;About Genie Francis: &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Following guest appearances on ABC's prime-time series Family, Francis got her big break as the popular Laura on General Hospital. Francis literally grew up as Laura, who has become one of the most beloved characters in daytime television. After five years on General Hospital, Francis left the show but returned for stints in 1984, 1993 and 2006. The wedding of Francis' Laura to Luke Spencer (played by Anthony Geary) in November 1981 remains the most-watched daytime drama event in the history of television. Francis won a 2007 Daytime Emmy Award for her 2006 stint on General Hospital. In December 2007, Francis starred in the primetime Hallmark movie The Note. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Francis' extensive television work includes a recurring role on Murder She Wrote and guest appearances on Perry Mason, Roseanne, Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman and 3rd Rock from the Sun. In 1990 Francis appeared on ABC's daytime drama All My Children, where she won critical and viewer success after creating the role of Ceara Connor, an adult incest survivor. Francis has also appeared in numerous stage shows including Crimes of the Heart and See How They Run. She made her New York City debut in 1991 in The Baby Dance at the Lucille Lortel Theatre in Greenwich Village. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;About Kristy Swanson: &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Swanson, who rose to fame as Buffy in the popular 1992 film Buffy the Vampire Slayer, began acting at the age of 9. She appeared in numerous commercials and television shows before moving to film where she landed roles in two John Hughes films: Pretty in Pink and Ferris Bueller's Day Off. From there Swanson landed her first leading role, starring in Wes Craven's thriller Deadly Friend. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;Swanson went on to star in films including Flowers in the Attic; Hot Shots! alongside Charlie Sheen; and the blockbuster The Program featuring James Caan, Halle Berry and Omar Epps. In 1995 Swanson tackled her most controversial role, as a college student discovering her sexuality in John Singleton's Higher Learning. She then went on to appear in Eight Heads in a Duffel Bag co-starring Joe Pesci and David Spade; the Adam Sandler blockbuster Big Daddy; and Dude, Where's My Car? co-starring Ashton Kutcher and Sean William Scott. Swanson also starred as Susan Crawford in the CBS series Grapevine and guest-starred in numerous television shows including Just Shoot Me, CSI: Miami and Law &amp;amp; Order: Criminal Intent. Most recently Swanson appeared in and won the reality series Skating with Celebrities. &lt;/P&gt;
&lt;P&gt;SOURCE Medifast, Inc. &lt;/P&gt;&lt;PRE&gt;&lt;/PRE&gt;&lt;PRE&gt;Copyright (C) 2007 PR Newswire. All rights reserved &lt;/PRE&gt;
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	<entry>
		<title>The Diet Oprah Swears By</title>
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		<id>tag:dietbling.com,2007-07-30:d887bf0d-0761-4652-8621-426817eb5000</id>
		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
		</author>
		<category term="Bob Greene Diet" />
		<updated>2007-07-30T18:28:00Z</updated>
		<published>2007-07-30T18:28:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">&lt;STRONG&gt;We've all watched Oprah struggle with her weight for years.&amp;nbsp; Now she has obviously found something that works as she not only has shed the fat, but looks healthier, younger, happier and the fat has stayed off.&amp;nbsp; It's like she re-shaped her body.&lt;/STRONG&gt; 
&lt;a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/mr72ft1zt0GJKNQLKOGIHLMNHLQ" target="_blank" onmouseover="window.status='http://TheBestLife.com/';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;"&gt;What can Oprah's trainer do for you?&lt;/a&gt;
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&lt;DIV&gt;
&lt;H2 class=content-title&gt;&lt;SPAN class=contentsubheader&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;&lt;/SPAN&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/H2&gt;
&lt;H2 class=content-title&gt;&lt;SPAN class=contentsubheader&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Overview&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;/SPAN&gt;&lt;SPAN class=pagecontent&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;Bob Greene's Get With the Program is not a diet, it's a lifestyle plan that shows you exactly how to get rid of emotional eating and other bad habits that pack on the pounds. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/SPAN&gt;&lt;SPAN class=contentsubheader&gt;&lt;FONT size=2&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;Basic Overview&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/STRONG&gt;You learn how to eat healthy and why emotional eating is a trap - and how to avoid falling into that trap.&amp;nbsp; You also learn long range planning so you can keep the weight off and maintain your weight loss.&lt;/FONT&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/SPAN&gt;&lt;/H2&gt;
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&lt;a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/mr72ft1zt0GJKNQLKOGIHLMNHLQ" target="_blank" onmouseover="window.status='http://TheBestLife.com/';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;"&gt;What can Oprah's trainer do for you?&lt;/a&gt;
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	<entry>
		<title>Just In - Limited Time FREE Trial Offer For South Beach Diet</title>
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		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
		</author>
		<category term="South Beach Diet" />
		<updated>2007-07-30T18:20:00Z</updated>
		<published>2007-07-30T18:20:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;We just received word of this special limited offer - click below for more information on South Beach Diet and a FREE TRIAL Offer!&lt;A onmouseover="window.status='http://clk.atdmt.com/AGM/go/grmdmsbd11100001agm/direct/01/';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/5k117ft1zt0GJKNQLKOGIHLKMPJJ" target=_blank&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;South Beach Diet&lt;/A&gt; FREE Trial Offer &lt;IMG height=1 src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/jf104g04tzxILMPSNMQIKJNMORLL" width=1 border=0&gt; &lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;&lt;BR&gt;South Beach Diet Includes The Following:&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Weight Tracker&lt;/B&gt; – You can type in your weight, chart your weight history, and get customized reports to help you stay on track.&lt;BR&gt;
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Meal Plans&lt;/B&gt; – A complete meal schedule for every day, up to a week in advance. You can choose from regular, vegetarian, or quick meal plans.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Recipes&lt;/B&gt; – Hundreds of South Beach Diet™ approved recipes for you to choose from. Do a Recipe Search to find specific recipes and narrow them down by Phase. Save your favorites and swap with beach buddies! 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Journal&lt;/B&gt; – You can record your progress and setbacks on the diet, and read the Journals of other dieters if they choose to make them public.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Message Boards&lt;/B&gt; – Thousands of dieters share tips, advice, and strategies in the Message Boards.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Online Registered Dietitians&lt;/B&gt; – Ask The South Beach Diet™ Online dietitians all your personal diet questions. They are online and on call – dedicated to addressing your concerns. 
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Chats with Dr. Agatston&lt;/B&gt; – Monthly chats with the cardiologist who created The South Beach Diet™.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Beach Buddies&lt;/B&gt; – Find a dieting buddy for support and motivation as you lose weight together.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Success Stories&lt;/B&gt; – Stay motivated by reading the inspirational stories of other South Beach Dieters and seeing their before and after pictures.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Daily Dishes&lt;/B&gt; – Daily diet tips to keep you informed and help you make smart choices while on South Beach.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Ask Dr. Agatston&lt;/B&gt; – The creator of The South Beach Diet™ answers questions submitted by members, and you can also ask your own.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Food Guides&lt;/B&gt; – These help you decide what to eat on the diet, and include guides to healthy fast food choices and a South Beach-friendly dining out guide.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Shopping List&lt;/B&gt; – You can list all the ingredients in your meals for the week, remove the items you already have in your kitchen, and print out the list to take with you to the grocery store.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Favorite Recipes&lt;/B&gt; – Bookmark your favorite recipes so you can find them at a glance.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Foods to Enjoy and Avoid on Phase 1 and 2&lt;/B&gt; – Handy lists of foods you can and can’t have on the diet.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Support and Motivation&lt;/B&gt; – Common diet challenges and solutions, plus tips and quotes from South Beach Dieters to inspire you.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;Calendar&lt;/B&gt; – Use the interactive calendar to make personal notes and review your meals and Journal entries.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;B&gt;FAQs&lt;/B&gt; – The most commonly asked questions about the diet – answered all in one place.
&lt;P&gt;&lt;A href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/g9117ox52x4KNORUPOSKMLOSLPLP" target=_top&gt;The South Beach Diet Online&lt;/A&gt;
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	<entry>
		<title>Cookie Diet</title>
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		<id>tag:dietbling.com,2007-07-30:6a2e7f63-83d9-4084-8dbc-5aaf3efc2cf0</id>
		<author>
			<name>Contrarian Luddite</name>
		</author>
		<category term="Cookie Diet" />
		<updated>2007-07-30T18:06:00Z</updated>
		<published>2007-07-30T18:06:00Z</published>
		<content type="html">&lt;DIV&gt;&lt;STRONG&gt;We've had many requests for information on this diet - we went straight to the source to get you the facts.

&lt;a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/cc111gv30v2ILMPSNMQIKJNRKPQL" target="_blank" onmouseover="window.status='http://www.CookieDietOnline.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;"&gt;Dr. Sanford Siegal's COOKIE DIET™&lt;/a&gt;
Why leave the house? Get home delivery.
Chocolate, Oatmeal Raisin, Blueberry, Banana &amp; Coconut
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&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Cookie Diet History&lt;/STRONG&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;Since launching our web site in May, I've received many emails from people asking about the history of the Cookie Diet. The number of inquiries makes it impractical to answer everyone individually so I've decided to tell the Cookie Diet story here. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;BEFORE THE COOKIE DIET™ &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;I began practicing medicine as a general practitioner in 1957. Almost immediately I noticed that a significant number of my patients were overweight and that, for many of them, their extra pounds appeared to be contributing to their health problems. I quickly realized that I needed to help them lose their excess weight if I was going to successfully treat the medical conditions it caused. By 1960 I was having such success treating obesity that I decided to devote my practice exclusively to the treatment of overweight patients. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;For the next fifteen years or so, I used a variety of methods of treatment that included a reduced-calorie diet, exercise, and appetite-suppressant medications. In the early 1970s I became interested in the effects of high fiber diets in the treatment of obesity. After extensive research, I wrote one of the first books on the subject, Dr. Siegal's Natural Fiber Permanent Weight-Loss Diet (Dial Press, 1975). &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Although my approach to weight loss produced good results, I was never satisfied with my patients' success rate. Many lost weight but others were unable to stick to the diet that I prescribed. The reason for their failure wasn't a lack of willpower, it was hunger. I knew that if I could control their hunger I could help many more patients stick to their diets and reach a healthy weight. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;More than a year before my first book was published in 1975, I began research for a second book, Hunger Control Without Drugs (Macmillan, 1985), on a subject that has fascinated me throughout my career: the effect of various foods and food components (carbohydrates, proteins, fat, vitamins and minerals) on hunger. Based on my personal experience, I suspected that certain foods were more effective than others at controlling hunger and that others actually stimulate hunger. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;After two years of research in which I used my friends, family and myself as guinea pigs, I was certain that my hunch was correct. I had identified certain food components and cooking processes that produced surprisingly hunger-controlling foods. In my home kitchen I developed a particular formula containing certain food proteins called amino acids. I used my formula to create the first Cookie Diet food: an oatmeal raisin cookie. I chose a cookie as my first food because it didn't need heating or refrigeration and was portable (I wanted something that a woman could carry in her purse). Later I developed shakes and soup with the same hunger-controlling properties. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;As you might guess, imitators have popped up, but none have our formula. I've personally received emails from people who've tried these knockoff products and found that they don't do much to control hunger. It's always gratifying to hear from people who've had success with our cookies and I welcome your comments, too. Feel free to email me at drsiegal@cookiedietonline.com. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;THE COOKIE DIET™ &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;I began using the Cookie Diet with a small number of patients in 1975. I instructed them to eat six cookies per day and one reasonable dinner consisting of low-fat protein and some vegetables. They were to eat the cookies not at fixed times but as needed to control hunger. It was that simple. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;The effectiveness of the cookie was immediately apparent. Patients reported that their hunger was significantly reduced and that following the reduced-calorie diet was much easier. Soon many more patients were reaching their goals. Within eighteen months the Cookie Diet was the only weight loss system I used. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;The Cookie Diet had a profound impact on my medical practice, Siegal Medical Group. Although I didn't advertise my practice (and still don't), word of mouth spread. Within a couple of years we'd grown to 14 clinics in Florida and 10 in South America and Mexico. Patients began flying in from other states and even other countries, a phenomenon that continues to this day. The media soon learned of our patients' success; we've been profiled by countless media including Good Morning America, CNN, Woman's World, the New York Post, and Health magazine. Recently Fox News aired a report about us in prime time in 38 cities. &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;THE COOKIE DIET™ ONLINE &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;As far back as the mid-1970's, I'd been receiving phone calls, letters and, more recently, emails, from people around the country and beyond asking to buy the Cookie Diet cookies, shakes and soup. While I had provided them to about 200 other doctors to use in their practices, it wasn't until May of this year that we launched the &lt;A href="http://www.CookieDietOnline.com"&gt;www.CookieDietOnline.com&lt;/A&gt; web site and began offering the Cookie Diet products for sale online. In just eight weeks, thousands of people have ordered cookies and vitamins from the site. I've also received hundreds of email messages from our web site customers expressing joy that our products are now available for home delivery. The following message, which I received yesterday, is an example of the kinds of messages I've received: &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Just wanted to let you know that I think this is the best program ever! My mom, husband and several friends are now doing it - all because I told them the history of the diet and how it's working for me! Thank you for making it available for the masses! &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;WHAT'S NEXT? &lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;During the next few months, we'll begin offering our Cookie Diet shakes and soup online. We'll be announcing the locations of more retail stores and doctors who offer our products. We'll be featured in more media profiles. Finally, I hope to find some time to finish my next book, Dr. Siegal's Cookie Diet: How One Doctor and His Cookie Helped 500,000 People Lose Weight.&lt;/P&gt;&lt;BR&gt;
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&lt;STRONG&gt;&lt;FONT color=#0060b6&gt;&lt;SPAN class=anncdate&gt;February 18, 2007&lt;/SPAN&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/FONT&gt;I'm flattered&lt;/STRONG&gt; 
&lt;P&gt;They say that 'Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.' Well, I'm feeling very flattered these days. Over the last 35 years, imitators of Dr. Siegal's? Cookie Diet? have come and gone, almost without notice. But all of a sudden there's a whole new crop of imitators. Stories of our patients' success has obviously gotten around, and opportunistic copy cats have come out of the woodwork.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;I've had my share of publicity over the years. When ABC's Good Morning America invited me to come on the show to discuss the Cookie Diet?, I brought along a few of our successful patients. In the weeks that followed, I received thousands of letters and email messages asking every conceivable question about our cookie and our program. The recent flurry of news about our plans to expand the availability of the Cookie Diet? to new areas, and about the legal action we've taken to protect our trademarks and other intellectual property, are having a similar effect. Every day, more and more people around the world are hearing about Dr. Siegal's? Cookie Diet?. The result: "knock-offs" of our Cookie Diet? are popping up. It doesn't matter that none of them have the first notion of what goes into our secret formula. You can't believe how aggressive some of these schemers have been. One company displayed "before and after? pictures of Siegal Medical Group patients on its website as if they were of their own patients. But that's nothing compared to the one that displayed a picture of a man with a caption that read, "Dr. Sanford Siegal.? Guess what? The guy in the picture isn't me, and I'll bet his name isn't Sanford Siegal.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;There are not only bogus Cookie Diet? wannabes. There are spin-offs. Don't be surprised if one day you're hit with "The Hot Fudge Sundae Diet" or "The Spare Ribs Diet." Let's set the record straight. As of now, February of 2007, Dr. Siegal's? Cookie Diet? is only available at medical offices in Dade, Broward, and Collier Counties in Florida. Anyone else who claims to have Dr. Siegal's? Cookie Diet? cookies, shakes, or soup, is an impostor. Remember that and you won't be taken in by phony representations. Soon we will be expanding the availability of Dr. Siegal's? Cookie Diet? to other areas of Florida and other states. It will be available from select drug stores and health professionals outside of the above counties. This will not affect the continuing availability of Dr. Siegal's? Cookie Diet? at Siegal Medical Group's offices in Miami Lakes, Kendall and Davie.&lt;/P&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;/DIV&gt;

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