Diets in General...
About the HMR® diet...
About HMR diet foods...
Childrens' diets...
Healthy Success Online...
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Q: “No matter how hard I try to lose weight, I can’t do it. Both my parents are overweight. Is obesity genetic?”
A: No - it's what we eat and do! Often family members all struggle with weight because they live in the same environment and have similar lifestyles. We can tell is it not a genetic issue, as the incidence of obesity has skyrocketed from 6% to over 60% in 100 years. Our human genes take much longer to change! It's the environment we live in.
64.5% of Americans are overweight or obese. National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES) data.
JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association). (2002). 288:1723-1727
74% increase in the number of obese Americans in the last 10 years (1991 - 2001). Center for Disease Control.
JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association). (2003). 289:76-79
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Q: “I’m over 350 pounds and tried so many diets, with no success. My doctor says I need to lose weight or I will have medical complications. Can I be successful on this diet?”
A: Yes! Rest assured, you are no different than anyone else. If you practice the skills developed by HMR, you will have success. Join over 900,000 patients who have learned the skills that make weight loss and long-term maintenance possible.
Obese people lose significantly more weight initially and keep it off longer when they use Meal Replacements compared to conventional low calorie diets. 63 obese people who used two meal and two snack replacements daily for 12 weeks lost significantly more weight than a standard low calorie diet. They maintained more weight loss over 2 years by using one meal and one snack replacement daily. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. (1997).66:205.
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Q: “Aren’t rapid weight loss diets bad for you? I’ve heard you just gain back all the weight you lose – and more!”
A: Over 55 different research studies have confirmed that when patients lose weight rapidly on a healthy, nutritious diet, they will lose more weight overall.
Anderson found that “Greater initial weight loss increases total weight loss and improves long-term maintenance.” The evidence is clear if patients see results, they tend to continue on the plan. That makes sense!
Anderson JW, Konz EC, Frederich RC, Wood CL. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. (2001).74:579-584.
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Q: “ I lost 35 pounds last year with herbal diet pills. I’ve already gained back 15 pounds and I’m worried. What can I do?”
A: Appetite suppressants and medical stimulants tend to work only for a while. Eating more vegetables, fruits, and meal replacements is a skill that you can continue to do for a lifetime. Your health will improve; you will have more energy, and you will keep your weight down! Now that’s a true plan you can stick to for the rest of your life!
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Q: “ I’m not sure what to do. I don’t want to just order food -- I need more instruction and guidance. Please advise.”
A:You are smart to see the benefits of a structured program. Participating in a program makes you more accountable. You will lose some weight using the food only, but you will be more successful by participating in a program. To be most successful losing weight and keeping it off, it takes instruction in skills, a structured, supportive program, and excellent products. Healthy Success offers two program options: HMR at Home®, our weekly phone call class where you participate with other dieters 45 minutes a week, and our medically supervised weight loss program which includes a weekly 90 minute class that you attend in person. Call 866-491-2979 to find out more about either of these programs.
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Q: “ Do you offer all liquid diets? How good are they?”
A: We offer a medically supervised weight loss program with a 90 minute class you attend in person weekly. You can use shakes only, or you can add entrees, pudding, and soups. This diet is offered in our traditional program in Central Texas. To find another HMR program offering this medically supervised diet, call Health Management Resources™ (HMR) at 800-418-1367 to find a location nearest you.
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Q: “If weight loss is really about cutting calories, then how can “More is Better™” work?”
A: By filling up on healthy nutritious foods, you are less likely to eat other high calorie foods. If you wait until you are hungry, most people tend to overeat and consume a far greater number of calories when they finally do eat. HMR’s data proves this is true! Learn more about the diet program and great food you can eat while losing weight.
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Q: “I don’t like very many vegetables, how will I be able to get 5 fruits and vegetables in a day?”
A: Start with vegetables and fruits you already like, such as corn, potatoes, green beans. As you see results, you may see the benefit of increasing your choices available.
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Q: “I have a hard time getting motivated to go on a diet. I never stick to a diet for more than a week. Will this one work for me?”
A: Yes. As you see results, you won’t feel deprived from eating good food, you will continue on the diet plan. One of the most important issues to address with weight concerns is getting started. Have faith in the scientific studies and just get started today!
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Q: “I only have 10 pounds to lose. Is this the right diet for me?”
A: Yes. You have a good foundation to start from, but nutrition can always be improved! Start today, and you can achieve your goals.
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Q: “What makes this diet different from others? It sounds like the same old thing I’ve heard for years - cut calories and exercise.”
A: What makes HMR diet plans different is you eat more food, rather than less! More fruits and vegetables and meal replacements that fill you up and keep you from being hungry. If you’re satisfied and not hungry, you won’t be tempted to eat high fat and high calorie foods. You learn to rely on skills, not deprivation or willpower to manage your weight.
Patients who eat more vegetables, fruits and HMR meal replacements lose more weight and keep it off longer than those who didn’t eat as many vegetables, fruits and HMR meal replacements.
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Q: “I need to lose 20 pounds FAST! Can I do that on this diet?”
A:Losing weight fast is good, but keeping it off is more important. You not only need to lose 20 pounds, but you need to keep it off. With Healthy Success Online, you will lose those 20 pounds and by following our maintenance plan, you’ll be able to keep it off. That’s what is most important -- keeping that 20 pounds off after you lose it!
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Q: “This diet sounds sensible, but the food seems a little expensive. Why?”
A: HMR shakes were created by doctors to enhance the benefits of the entrees and other meal replacements. The meal replacements work together to actually improve your overall nutrition while still remaining low in calories. You will have more energy because your nutritional needs are being met. They cost no more than any fast food item you can purchase for lunch!
HMR weight loss foods are medically safe. Unlike the nutritionally inferior and (potentially) dangerous liquid protein supplements used in the late 70’s, HMR shakes are composed of proteins of high biologic availability and contain adequate levels of carbohydrate to spare protein (and) preserve metabolic rate.
HMR shakes are only 100-170 calories a serving and taste great!
Kaplan, G.D. (1987). Beneficial Effects of Carbohydrate in VLCD Supplements.
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Q: “I can’t stand diet foods. Will I be able to stay on this diet?”
A: Yes, our patients tell us the food is delicious! You will be able to stay on the diet because you see results and don't feel hungry! Trust me, I've been doing this diet and maintenance program for over 10 years!
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Q: “ Are your diet products kosher? Under what supervision?”
A: Several of our products are kosher, but not all. The following items have been certified by strict rabbinical supervision: all HMR 120, HMR 500, HMR 800 (chocolate and vanilla only), HMR 70Plus products, and BeneFit® bars: peanut butter, honey graham, blueberry, and oatmeal raisin. Please note however, that HMR products are not Kosher for Passover. If interested, we have an Official Certificate of Kashruth available for review.
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Q: “ I am going on a plane trip and want to carry HMR 70Plus diet packets with me. What is the best way to pack them so that they won't burst? ”
A: I commonly travel with HMR 70Plus. I use large gallon sized zipper bags to carry my HMR products. I also pack Benefit Bars as well. I have never had any of them burst due to air pressure changes on a plane. Yesterday I had 2 packets of HMR Vanilla 70Plus with ~10 frozen cherries and it was delicious. So don't worry about your products and enjoy your trip!
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Q: “ Are your diet foods high in salt? I'm on a low sodium diet. ”
A: Our Healthy Solutions® diet is low salt, typically 2 gms (or 2000 mgs) of sodium or less daily. A single serving of HMR 120 is 230 mg., clearly within the guidelines of a low salt diet. However, it depends on how many items are consumed. It also depends on how the fruit and vegetables are prepared.
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Q: “ How many grams of sugar are in your HMR 500 shakes? ”
A: HMR 500 has 15 grams of sugar per serving, HMR 120 has 13 grams of sugar per serving, so they are low in refined carbohydrates.
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Q: “My child is in the 55th percentile for height, but off the charts (over 100th percentile) for weight. My pediatrician said not to worry about her weight - but I do? Can my child do this diet?”
A: No, the recommendations of your pediatrician come first. However, most children today will not lose that “baby fat” unless they change their lifestyle! Start by having healthier foods around the house – it will be good for all of you. Get rid of high fat, sugary foods, and bring in more fruits and vegetables, lower fat puddings and BeneFit bars. Kids love these! If you cut up fruits for snacks, or have grapes sitting out within easy reach – they’ll eat them. Shut off the computer and get the TV out of their bedroom. Take a fast walk with them each evening after dinner. Cut out sodas and no supersizing on fast foods! You’ll see that weight start to drop just by following these simple ideas. Because children have special dietary needs, they should not rely solely on HMR foods for their nutritional needs without supervision by a physician.
75% of Americans will be overweight or obese by 2007! There will be a 50% increase in the incidence of Diabetes compared to 2000.
Health Management Resources. (2003). Data extrapolation of NHANES 1999 - 2000 Study.
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Q: “I don’t understand the difference between HMR and HealthySuccessOnline.”
A: HealthySuccessOnline is an affiliate of HMR (Health Management Resources). We teach the skills researched and developed by HMR.
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Shelley C. Giebel, M.D.
Medical Director
Healthy Success Online
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