KicStart™ VLCD

What is KicStart™ VLCD

KicStart™ VLCD is a complete meal in the form of a shake or soup. By replacing a normal meal with a KicStart™ VLCD, a bigger reduction in the total kilojoules (or calories) can be achieved than could be normally achieved with a self prepared meal. This significant reduction in the total kilojoules (or calories) helps accelerate or "kick start" the initial weight loss whilst satisfying hunger and maintaining the essential intake of vitamins, minerals, electrolytes and trace elements.

Using KicStart™ as part of the Healthy Weight For Life program is a short term strategy designed to help "kick start" your weight loss and boost your motivation which allows you to give 100% of your attention to learning andpracticing your new lifestyle skills.

KicStart™has been thoroughly tested in a number of independent university and hospital clinical trials across Australia. The results of these clinical trials have been presented at a number of Australian and International medical and scientific conferences.

KicStart™ is Unique

Kicstart™ VLCD has been carefully formulated to strict medical standards. Some of the key features of its formulation are

1. A unique combination and ratio of dairy proteins to satisfy hunger and protect muscle mass while you are losing weight.
2. Soluble dietary fibre to help satisfy hunger for longer, help reduce cholesterol absorption and reduce the risk of constipation.
3. Three forms of omega 3 as well as omega 6, which are all important for heart health.
4. 26 different vitamins and minerals, including essential electrolytes and trace elements, to ensure nutritional balance, good health and vitality.
5. Low in sugar - to help regulate your blood glucose levels.
6. Low in saturated fat - shown to be detrimental to heart health.

Fantastic KicStart™ Serving Suggestions and Tips

Shakes

	For an extra cold and thick shake try adding a couple of blocks of ice while blending or shaking (you can add as much ice as you like!) or for a refreshing “gelato” freeze a prepared shake. Two great options for a hot Australian summer.
	For a sensational fruit smoothie - add some fresh or frozen Free Food fruits and crushed ice to your KicStart™ shake flavour of choice and blend until smooth. Adding berries to the Strawberry Sundae KicStart™ is particularly delicious.
	For a mocha shake try adding ½ - 1 teaspoon of your favourite instant coffee to your Chocolate Deluxe KicStart™ before mixing or blending.
	Add a portion of essence when shaking your KicStart™ shake eg. almond, hazelnut, butterscotch, cherry brandy, rum, cinnamon or even extra vanilla.

 To increase sweetness, simply add some sugar free sweeteners (e.g. Equal^®, or NutraSweet^®).

Soup

SPECIAL TIP - shake your KicStart™ powder soup in cold water using the shaker provided, add it to a large bowl then heat it to the desired temperature in a microwave.  

To satisfy any taste preference and to keep things really interesting use the Pumpkin & Herb KicStart™ Soup as a base and add:

• Free Food vegetables or, 
• fresh herbs and pepper to taste or,
• curry powder to taste or, 
• chilli paste, powder or flakes

Mixing the KicStart™ Shakes

First add 200 ml of cold water to a blender or  the large shaker provided then add the sachet of KicStart™ powder to the water.

When using the shaker, seal the lid securely and hold firmly with two hands (one hand on the lid and one hand on the bottom of the shaker). You may like to wrap the shaker in a cloth while shaking to prevent any drips. After shaking, the consistency of the shake should be smooth and slighty frothy. Pour the shake into a large glass and drink within a few minutes.

KicStart™ Ingredients and Nutritional Information

KicStart™ Vanilla Bean Shake

KicStart™ Chocolate Deluxe Shake

KicStart™ Cafe Latte Shake

KicStart™ Strawberry Sundae Shake

KicStart™ Tropical Banana Shake

KicStart™ Pumpkin & Herb Soup