Question 1

How does it work?

Accepted Answer

Step 1: Set a health goal - such as lose 15 pounds, lower cholesterol, or kick unhealthy dietary habits.  
Step 2: Check Vitality Diet exclusions to make sure it is safe for you to participate in the Vitalilty Diet regimen. 
Step 3: Place your order for Vitality Diet at myfoodsmith.comby midnight Thursday.  
Step 4: Once you order the Vitality Diet, check your email inbox for tips on how to prepare yourself for an optimal experience.  Begin to wean yourself off caffeine, alcohol and sugar Friday, Saturday and Sunday.  Also, sign up for your free 15 minute check in with Misa Lawson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.  
Step 5: Your Vitality Diet for meals for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday will arrive at your doorstep or be ready for pick up at predesignated location early Monday morning. Read instructions and check you email inbox for additional tips.  Enjoy!
Step 6: Your Vitality Diet for meals for Thursday, Friday and Saturday will arrive at your doorstep or be ready for pick up at predesignated location early Thursday. morning.  Read instructions and check you email inbox for additional tips.  Enjoy!
Step 7:Plan your next round of the Vitality Diet.  Next month?
Step 8: Check you email inbox from Survey Monkey.  We would love your feedback.

Question 2

Can anyone use the Vitality Diet?

Accepted Answer

The diet should not be used under the following conditions:
Children under the age of 18, or people who are elderly and frail
Women who are pregnant or nursing
Individuals who are allergic to nuts or soy 
Individuals with a Body Mass Index (BMI) <18 or >40
Individuals diagnosed with serious medical condition or disease
Individuals who have been severely weakened by a disease or medical procedure
Individuals who are taking medications which may not be safely consumed with a calorie restricted diet 
Individuals with Diabetes (type 1 and type 2), cardiovascular disease, liver disease, kidney disease and cancer.  The Vitality Diet should never be combined with glucose lowering drugs, such as glyburide or insulin
Individuals with a history of significant cardiac disease
Individuals with a history of syncope (fainting) with calorie restriction or other medical conditions
Individuals with special dietary needs that are incompatible with the Vitality Diet meal plan
Individuals with liver or kidney disorders that may be affected by the very low glucose and protein content of the diet

Question 3

Do you deliver to my neighborhood?

Accepted Answer

Check here to see if the Vitality Diet is delivered to your neighborhood.

Question 4

Will I feel hungry on the Vitality Diet?

Accepted Answer

Most consumers experience mild to moderate hunger especially on the first round, but feel their energy levels are maintained.  On the second and third rounds, consumers report less hunger.  We will offer ideas on how to manage your hunger.

Question 5

What are the benefits and risks of a calorie restriction?

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Research suggests that calorie restriction will slow the aging process. Calorie restriction also activates an important metabolic process called the Nrf2 pathway. This process increases production of antioxidants and detoxification enzymes and decreases the formation of toxic free radicals.  However, prolonged calorie restriction has dangers including loss of lean muscle mass and nutritional depletion.  The Vitality Diet which is only 6 days long prevents the dangers of prolonged calorie restriction.

Question 6

How does the Vitality Diet compare to intermittent fasting?

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Like the Vitality Diet, there many benefits to intermittent fasting.  For example a 5:2 diet which restricts calories to ~500-600 calories per day for two consecutive days results in decreased abdominal fat, improved insulin sensitivity and decreased blood pressure, just like the Vitality Diet. However, the Vitality Diet has the added benefit of cellular rejuvenation and stem cell proliferation because the low calorie intake is extended for 6 days.

Question 7

How does this diet compare to the ketogenic diet?

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The Vitality Diet is quite different from the ketogenic diet which is which is a higher fat, very restricted in carbohydrate and not usually vegan and calorie restricted.  The Vitality Diet tastes delicious and is plant based.  See Nutrition Facts for details on macronutrient composition.

Question 8

Is this a fad diet?

Accepted Answer

No, this diet is based on recent evidence-based research on the benefit of reduced calorie diets and nutrients that prevent age-related disease.

Question 9

Can’t I just make the meals at home?

Accepted Answer

The Vitality Diet contains unique ingredients in optimal macronutrient ratios with carefully chosen nutrients that would be difficult for the consumer to create. Chef Jaimie has designed delicious satisfying foods from organic, local sources, and Misa Lawson, registered dietitian nutritionist has perfected the nutrient profile. Instead of shopping and preparing food, the Vitality Diet is conveniently delivered to your doorstep at an affordable price.   We make it easy!

Question 10

Are the calories same for everybody?

Accepted Answer

We offer guidelines on how to adjust the calories based on your weight.

Question 11

I have food allergies and intolerances.  Can I do the Vitality Diet?

Accepted Answer

The Vitality Diet is vegan, so no meat, poutry, fish, shellfish or dairy.
It is also wheat-free and gluten-free.
It does contains soy, nuts, tree nuts and sesame seeds.

Question 12

How do I sign up for the free check in with Misa Lawson, RD?"

Accepted Answer

When you order a Vitality Diet at MyFoodsmith.com, we will email you a link where you can sign up.

Question 13

How do I know if the Vitality Diet really helped me?

Accepted Answer

The benefits of the Vitality Diet are seen after 3 rounds of the diet, ie once a month for 3 months.  You can record the following data before and after 3 rounds of the Vitality Diet. There are two ways to monitor your progress:
 
1. The simple way:  
body weight
waist circumference
improvements in skin 
energy level, mental focus
home blood pressure monitoring
2.  The scientific way:
body weight
waist circumference
blood pressure
body composition
labs: 
complete blood count
chemistry panel
lipid panel
HbA1C
hs-CRP
IGF-1
fasting insulin

MISA LAWSON

MPH, RD, CDE, IFNCP

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