KicStart VLCD Meal Replacements
KicStart VLCD Meal Replacements are a scientifically-formulated, high-quality, Australian-made range of shakes and soups designed to support weight loss and overall health.
A cornerstone of our Healthy Weight For Life programs, KicStart Shakes and Soups have effectively helped thousands of people achieve healthy, sustainable weight loss.
What is VLCD?
VLCD stands for Very Low Calorie Diet, typically used under medical supervision to replace some or all daily meals for the dietary management of weight-related conditions.
Our KicStart VLCD meal replacements can be used in conjunction with our Healthy Weight For Life programs or separately to replace one or two meals a day to support weight management.
Importantly, the same level of weight loss has also been replicated in ‘real world’ Healthy Weight For Life programs with over 20,000 participants to date (ref).
"…loved the shakes and soups, found it easy to adapt into my life."
KicStart Meal Replacements and
Healthy Weight For Life
Our Healthy Weight For Life Osteoarthritis, Diabetes, Heart, and Essentials Plus programs incorporate the use of KicStart meal replacements throughout the three phases of the programs.
KicStart VLCD in Action
Here is an example of how KicStart meal replacements are incorporated into our 18 week Healthy Weight For Life programs:
Phase 1: Motivate (weeks 1-6)
2 x KicStart VLCD meal replacements per day
Remaining meal, usually dinner, is a portion controlled normal meal prepared using the Healthy Weight For Life portion planner and other resources.
Phase 1 targets fast weight loss results, motivating you to develop new skills and habits to support an enjoyable long-term healthy lifestyle.
Phase 2: Consolidate (weeks 7-12)
1 x KicStart VLCD meal replacements per day
Remaining meals and snacks are portion controlled versions of your usual food choices prepared using the Healthy Weight For Life portion planner and other resources.
Phase 2 aims to reduce the use of KicStart VLCD and continue to expand your new skills and habits to sustain your results long-term.
Phase 3: Maintain (weeks 13-18+)
As we look to transition back to normal meals, KicStart VLCD meals are used on occasion to support the transition where needed.
Three main meals and snacks are portion controlled versions of your usual food choices prepared using the Healthy Weight For Life portion planner and other resources.
Phase 3 consolidates your new lifestyle skills and habits that will help you maintain a Healthy Weight For Life!
KicStart Ingredients and Nutritional Information
Dairy Proteins
A unique combination of dairy proteins to satisfy hunger, promote longer lasting feelings of fullness and protect muscle mass while you are losing weight.
Dietary Fibre
Soluble dietary fibre to help reduce cholesterol absorption, reduce the risk of constipation and satisfy hunger for longer.
Vitamins and Minerals
Balanced mixture of vitamins and minerals, including essential electrolytes and nutrients, to ensure a nutritionally complete meal for good health and vitality.
KicStart Shake Varieties Nutritional Information
A cornerstone of our Healthy Weight For Life programs, KicStart Shakes and Soups have effectively helped thousands of people achieve healthy, sustainable weight loss.
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Vanilla Bean – Nutritional info
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Cafe Latte – Nutritional info
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Chocolate Deluxe – Nutritional info
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Caramel Fudge – Nutritional info
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Tropical Banana – Nutritional info
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Strawberry Sundae – Nutritional info
KicStart Soup Varieties Nutritional Information
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Pea and Ham – Nutritional info
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Pumpkin & Herb – Nutritional info
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Creamy Chicken – Nutritional info
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Asian Beef – Nutritional info
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Italian Style Tomato – Nutritional info
Potential VLCD Side Effects
Sometimes people using a VLCD meal replacement product can experience short term constipation. For more information, read our VLCD Side Effects article here.