This has been the best change for my life as I am learning not only what not to eat, but why I should change my eating habits for a longer healthier life. I can tell the difference. It is not a “fad” or extreme diet, it is a well balanced plan for eating what I need to keep my weight in check and live a healthy active life. We have not gone with the Medifast products, but just purchase the right foods to eliminate the foods that have encouraged us to eat more than we need. Great plan!”