| (WLP)
Weight Loss Program |
How much weight will I lose on the Dr. MacLeod's
program?
The average weight loss that you can expect is
about 6kg (approx 1 stone) per month for women
and 6-9kg per month for men. Some people find
they do better than this, but these are realistic
figures.
How does the
Dr. MacLeod's weight loss program work and will
I feel hungry?
The Dr. Macleod’s VLED (Very
Low Energy (calorie) Diet) can be used
• As a partial meal replacement by replacing
2 meals per day and eating 1 “normal”
meal OR
• as a total diet replacement under medical
supervision replacing all meals with the Dr.
MacLeod’s formula.
The weight loss with total diet replacement
may be a little faster but more importantly
it removes the margin for error when people
find it hard to stick to the less restrictive
2 meal replacement regime.
In each instance you are reducing your calorie
intake and your carbohydrate intake so that
your body switches to breaking down excess body
fat as the major energy source. This fat breakdown
process also results in the body producing substances
called ketones. This is a normal, safe and controlled
process. Ketones have a natural appetite suppressing
effect. So while it is normal to feel a bit
hungry for the first few days on the program,
as your body adjusts and starts producing ketones
the hunger will go.
If you are feeling hungry ensure that your fluid
intake is adequate. We sometimes mistake hunger
for thirst. Or take advantage of the allowed
vegetables, fluids, diet jelly and sugar free
lollies as snacks.
I'm pregnant,
can I go on the Dr. MacLeod's program?
No. Although there is nothing in the Dr. MacLeod's
formula that would have an adverse affect in pregnancy,
weight gain in pregnancy is quite normal. However
to go on a weight reduction diet to limit this
weight gain could result in baby not getting adequate
nutrition for normal development. If weight gain
in pregnancy is excessive (your Doctor would advise
you of this) specialist help would be advised.
I've put on a lot of weight when I had my last
baby and I am breast feeding - can I use the Dr.
MacLeod's diet to lose this weight?
You should finish your breast feeding first. If
you are on ANY weight reduction diet while breast
feeding there is a chance that the quantity and
quality of your milk could be affected. If you
are about to wean or don't mind using a bottle
supplement, should this happen, then there is
no problem.
Is the Dr. MacLeod's program suitable for weight
reduction in children?
Only after they have gone through their pubertal
growth spurt. Younger overweight children however,
need a different approach and have one advantage
over adults, they are still growing. As a general
rule in this case the aim is to keep the weight
stable and allow natural growth to result in a
better weight for height balance. This is generally
done by reducing "junk" food intake
and encouraging increased exercise.
Can I buy the Dr. MacLeod's weight management
products at the supermarket or health food store?
No! The Dr. MacLeod's meal replacements form part
of a medically supervised program and as such
are only available through doctors and hospitals.
Can I be on the diet program without the supervision
of a doctor?
No! There can be many health complications as
a result of overweight and obesity that need to
be monitored by a doctor whilst you are losing
weight. Eg. medication levels may need to be altered
as your body weight decreases. Therefore the Dr.
MacLeod's program can only be obtained through
doctors and hospitals.
I'm a diabetic. Can I still use the Dr. MacLeod's
VLED meal replacements?
The diet is very suitable for non-insulin dependent
diabetics under medical supervision. Insulin dependent
diabetics however, are only suitable for this
method of weight reduction with specialist medical
help and supervision.
People say you should lose weight slowly and it
is more likely to stay off?
This is usually the opinion of those who don’t
have a rapid weight loss plan to offer. While
you are keen to make progress and motivated, take
advantage of that and lose as much weight as you
can. After all, there is nothing that will motivate
you more to continue your diet than to see a rapid
result for your effort. Remember also whether
or not you maintain your lower weight depends
on whether you exercise and break old bad eating
habits, not on how fast the weight was lost.
Why isn’t the program available elsewhere?
Long term weight management requires much more
than dietary change. Advice regarding behaviour
modification and appropriate changes in physical
activity is essential to success. Furthermore
many overweight patients have significant associated
disease and may be on medication which needs to
be monitored as weight is lost.
Is it normal to get headaches on the Dr. MacLeod's
weight loss program?
Some people may experience headaches in the first
few days of the Dr. MacLeod’s weight loss
program however this is generally mild and not
sufficient to interfere with activities However
if headaches persist, see your doctor/healthcare
professional.
One of the other reasons for headaches is dehydration
and caffeine withdrawal. Make sure you consume
a high fluid intake. Limited tea and coffee (2-3
cups per day) can be consumed with milk and a
sugar substitute if desired.
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Is Boost Nutritionally complete?
Yes. Boost is nutritionally complete
Can I buy Boost
at Supermarkets or Health Food Stores?
No! Boost is available only through pharmacies.
I'm a diabetic,
can I use Boost?
The Boost range of drinks, desserts and jellies
contain sucrose as the main sweetening agent and
source of energy (calories). Sucrose has a glycaemic
index of 55 (on a scale of 1 -100); this indicates
a medium effect on blood glucose levels. Therefore
non-insulin dependent diabetics should tolerate
these flavours.
The Boost soups have a lower glycaemic index
and are suitable for both insulin dependent
and non-insulin dependent diabetics. If in doubt,
please seek the advice of your doctor/healthcare
professional or nutritionist.
Is Boost
lactose free?
No. The Boost products contain lactose at the
following levels (measured in grams per serve).
| DIRECTIONS: |
| |
| DRINKS: |
20.00 |
| |
| DESSERTS: |
20.00 |
| |
| JELLIES: |
7.00 |
| |
| SOUPS: |
|
| • Cream
of Chicken |
0.50 |
| • Butternut
Pumpkin |
3.00 |
| • Beef
& Mushroom |
1.80 |
| • Potato
& Leek |
0.35 |
| |
Is Boost tolerated by Coeliacs?
Coeliacs are intolerant to products derived from
wheat, oats, barley or rye. Coeliacs can tolerate
Boost drinks, desserts and jellies as they do
not contain products derived from these four grains.
Boost soups however contain wheat protein, and
are therefore unsuitable for Coeliacs.
Is
Boost suitable for children?
Yes. In fact the Boost range is a fantastic
alternative for children in need of nutritional
supplementation. The Boost products taste great
and are enjoyed by the fussiest of eaters.
I’m
pregnant, can I take Boost?
Boost is a nutritional supplement and can be
taken safely during pregnancy when nutritional
intake maybe poor. Any dietary intake should
be taken after consultation with a healthcare
professional.
How much Boost
do I need to have a day?
Boost can be taken as a meal substitute or supplement
to normal eating. The amount to be taken daily
depends on how much normal eating you can do.
Eg., a person recuperating from an operation
unable to tolerate any solid foods should supplement
their diet with several serves of Boost a day.
Any dietary intake should be taken after consultation
with a healthcare professional.
Can Boost be
used as a weight loss product?
No! The Boost formula contains 30% more carbohydrates
and 50% less protein than the Dr. MacLeod's weight
management formula. The higher carbohydrate level
will prevent significant weight loss by stopping
ketosis and the lower protein level will result
in lean tissue loss rather than fat loss, ensuring
rebound weight gain.
Are any of the ingredients in the Boost products
genetically modified?
No.
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What pack sizes are available?
Dr. MacLeod's Cranberry 1m is available in a 500g
can (71 serves)
Is Cranberry
1m Suitable for Diabetics?
The following table outlines the Glucose Load
(Glycaemic Index x Carbohydrates) of different
foods, including one serve of Dr. MacLeod's Cranberry
1m. Cranberry 1m has a significantly lower Glucose
Load than most common foods, and therefore should
be tolerated by diabetics.
How Much Dr. MacLeod's Cranberry 1m Should I Have
a Day?
We recommend one serve per day. One serve is 7g
of product prepared in 50ml of water. This provides
at least 3 times the active ingredients in 250ml
of regular Cranberry Juice.
Is Dr. MacLeod's Cranberry 1m lactose Free?
Yes. Dr. MacLeod's Cranberry 1m is Lactose Free.
Is Dr. MacLeod's Cranberry 1m tolerated by Coeliacs?
Yes. Dr. MacLeod's Cranberry 1m is Gluten Free,
therefore it will be tolerated by coeliacs.
Are any of the ingredients in Cranberry 1m genetically
modified?
No.
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Do I need to use a blender to mix QuikThik?
No. Mixing QuikThik into the solution with a teaspoon
will produce a smooth lump free mixture.
Can you taste QuikThik in what it thickens?
No. Most thickeners add a strong chemical taste
to fluids. QuikThik does not add any offensive
flavour to what it is mixed with.
How
much QuikThik do I use?
This depends on how thick you require fluids to
be. The more QuikThik you add, the thicker fluids
will become. Speech pathologists and medical practitioners
refer to a scale of thickness. As a basic guide
a thickness scale and the amount of QuikThik required
is outlined below.
| FLUID
THICKNESS SCALE: |
| |
| NECTAR |
(1/4 THICKNESS) – 1 level teaspoon
/ 100mls fluid. |
| |
| HONEY |
(1/2 THICKNESS) – 2 level teaspoons
/ 100mls fluid. |
| |
| FULL |
(FULL THICKNESS) – 3 level teaspoons
/ 100mls fluid. |
| |
Is QuikThik tolerated by Coeliacs?
Yes QuikThik can be tolerated by Coeliacs. The
source of the maltodextrin used in all Dr. Macleod's
products including QuikThik is corn. Coeliacs
can not tolerate products derived from wheat,
rye, barley or oats. However, corn is acceptable.
Can
QuikThik be mixed in hot or cold fluids?
QuikThik can be used to thicken any fluids including
water, cordial, milk, juices, tea, coffee etc.
QuikThik can be mixed with hot or cold beverages
(please note thickening will occur more quickly
with hot/warm fluids).
Beverages can be thickened, then heated or re-heated
if desired.
Can QuikThik be mixed into alcohol?
Yes QuikThik can be used to thicken any beverages.
What is the average shelf life of QuikThik after
mixing?
QuikThik will not alter the life expectancy of
the food or beverage it is added to. Products
that QuikThik has been added to may be refrigerated
for later use. It is recommended that thickened
products be consumed within 24 hours of preparation.
Can QuikThik be used for infant Gastro-oesophageal
reflux?
Yes. QuikThik can be used as an infant feed thickener
on medical or dietetic advice.
Are any of the ingredients in QuikThik genetically
modified?
No.
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Are any of the ingredients in BoostA genetically
modified?
No.
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Are any of the ingredients
in Fruit Fibre Plus genetically modified?
No.
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Do I need to
use a blender to mix GuarThik?
No. Mixing GuarThik into the solution with a teaspoon
will produce a smooth lump free mixture.
How much GuarThik do I use?
This depends on how thick you require fluids
to be. The more GuarThik you add, the thicker
fluids will become. Speech pathologists and
medical practitioners refer to a scale of thickness.
As a basic guide a thickness scale and the amount
of GuarThik required is outlined below.
1. Nectar 1/4 Thickness mix 0.75g powder (1/4
level tsp) with 200ml fluid.
2. Honey 1/2 Thickness mix 1.5g powder (1/2
level tsp) with 200ml fluid.
3. Full Thickness mix 2.25g of powder (3/4 level
tsp) with 200ml of fluid.
Is GuarThik tolerated by Coeliacs?
Yes GuarThik can be tolerated by Coeliacs.
Can GuarThik be mixed in hot or cold fluids?
GuarThik can be used to thicken any fluids including
water, cordial, milk, juices, tea, coffee etc.
GuarThik can be mixed with hot or cold beverages
(please note thickening will occur more quickly
with hot/warm fluids).
Beverages can be thickened, then heated or re-heated
if desired.
Can GuarThik be mixed into alcohol?
Yes GuarThik can be used to thicken any beverages.
What is the average shelf life of GuarThik after
mixing?
GuarThik will not alter the life expectancy of
the food or beverage it is added to. Products
that GuarThik has been added to may be refrigerated
for later use. It is recommended that thickened
products be consumed within 24 hours of preparation.
Can GuarThik be used for infant Gastro-oesophageal
reflux?
Yes. GuarThik can be used as an infant feed thickener
on medical or dietetic advice.
Are any of the ingredients in GuarThik genetically
modified?
No.
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