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What is OPTIFAST® ?

OPTIFAST is the gold standard for medical weight loss productsUnited Regional Solutions is one of a select group of medical facilities that can provide OPTIFAST products and program materials to people looking for safe and effective long-term weight loss.

Many people are familiar with OPTIFAST weight management products as one of the world's most respected meal replacement formulas.

OPTIFAST is far more than just a food product. It is scientifically formulated to provide a precisely controlled amount of nutrients to maintain your health while you lose weight.

OPTIFAST at a Glance

  • First of its Kind: OPTIFAST was the first comprehensive formula diet program for weight loss. It remains the gold standard for this type of obesity treatment.
  • Long-Term Experience: over one million people have been treated with OPTIFAST since 1974.
  • Proven Therapy: over 80 studies on OPTIFAST have been published in recognized medical journals. In over 20,000 patients who completed the OPTIFAST program, a 52 lb. average weight loss was documented.
  • Ongoing Support: during and after weight loss, the program offers support to help you achieve and maintain success.
  • Lasting Success: 5-year follow-up studies show that over 50% of people who complete the OPTIFAST program are able to keep enough weight off to improve their health long-term.
  • Professional Service: highly qualified health care professionals specially trained in the treatment of obesity provide help at all stages of the program.

When used according to the treatment plan developed for you by our highly trained bariatric (weight loss) clinicians, you can consume fewer calories while ensuring you receive all the proteins, minerals, vitamins, and other nutrients that are essential for your health.

Your weight loss doctor will decide the right number of calories for you to consume so that you lose weight at a steady and controlled rate. During the active weight loss phase of your program, you won't need to count calories or struggle with the temptation of preparing food. You simply consume a specific number of delicious shakes or snack bars at regular intervals through the day.

The weight loss effectiveness of OPTIFAST has been validated in over 80 medical studies and more than a million people have used OPTIFAST to successfully lose weight and maintain their weight loss over the long-term.

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