Ideal Protein Foods

The Multi-Vitamin is specially formulated for clients on the Ideal Protein Protocol to fill in the nutrient gaps that result from a drastic cut in calories. It is used to improve many of the body’s functions and support weight loss.

The Cal-Mag Supplement contains 600 milligrams of calcium citrate. Most calcium supplements on the market contain calcium carbonate, which has a higher amount of elemental calcium by weight than calcium citrate, approximately 40% versus 21%. However, calcium citrate is generally thought to be higher quality because it is more absorbable, or bio-available, to the body. Two eight-ounce glasses of milk can provide the body with approximately the equivalent amount of calcium you will be taking in the Cal-Mag Ideal Protein Supplement. Whole milk contains 291 milligrams for calcium per 8-ounce serving and skim provides 302 milligrams. Since clients do not eat dairy products while on the Ideal Protein Protocol, it is important to support the body by taking the Cal-Mag supplement.

Additional calcium is found in the Potassium supplement (200 milligrams of calcium carbonate) and the Multi-Vitamin (84 milligrams of calcium citrate.) These amounts in addition to the calcium consumed through four cups of vegetables and 8 ounces of protein per day ensure that Ideal Protein clients receive required minimum daily calcium.

If there’s one type of fat you don’t want to cut back on, it’s omega-3 fatty acids. There are two omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, which are found in fish that are critical to proper body functions. These fatty acids help lower blood pressure, reduce triglyceride levels, slow the development of plaque in the arteries, and boost the effectiveness of anti-inflammatory drugs. The Ideal Protein Omega-3 Plus supplement has been formulated from krill oil with these two types of omega-3 fatty acids. It is recommended to take two soft gels of 1,530 milligrams, in the evening, preferably with your meal. The soft gels are perfectly formulated with the proper 2:1 ratio of EPA to DHA fatty acids that clients need on a daily basis.

It’s estimated that the average healthy adult loses approximately 2,000 milligrams of potassium per day just through bodily functions of elimination like urination, perspiration, and defecation – RDAs recommend replacing that potassium through the use of our Ideal Protein supplement. On the Ideal Protein Protocol, clients will consume some elemental potassium (332 milligrams) by eating two of the Ideal Protein foods. Clients get another 20 milligrams of potassium citrate in the Multi-Vitamin, and the Potassium supplement supplies an additional 312 milligrams of potassium bicarbonate.

Potassium is a body “must-have.” It’s extremely important for nerve transmission, cardiac function, and maintaining proper fluid and mineral balance. Athletes will often take potassium supplements or eat potassium-rich foods such as bananas (467 milligrams) to offset losses due to increased perspiration. As with the Multi-Vitamin and the Cal-Mag supplements, the Potassium Ideal Protein Supplement is meant to supplement the minimum daily requirement needed to fill the gaps left by the foods you are not eating while on the Ideal Protein Protocol.

If you’ve noticed that the number of milligrams above do not equal the 2,000 lost per day, it’s because many of the foods you eat while in Phase 1 of the Ideal Protein diet are rich in potassium. For example, one-half cup of cooked mushrooms contains 277 milligrams of potassium. One cup of zucchini contains 346 milligrams, and a five ounce piece of chicken breast contains 319 milligrams of potassium. When you add it all up, your four cups of veggies and 8 ounces of protein, plus your potassium supplement, you can see that our Ideal Protein supplement for potassium is specifically formulated to make the math come out right.

Can clients use other supplements that are less expensive?
NO. The Ideal Protein Supplements are designed to compliment the Ideal Protein Foods and Protocol. If you substitute for other vitamin brands, you may create a nutrient deficiency. Nutrients help the body perform all essential functions, and when the body doesn't get what it needs, it will not work properly. When the body isn't functioning properly this can drastically SLOW DOWN WEIGHT LOSS. 

Ideal Protein Foods and Products are more than just packaged diet food. They are designed and formulated to help you stay full and satisfied with the perfect macro and micro nutrients. Additionally, Ideal Protein foods are different than other partial meal replacements diets because the high bioavailibity of the nutrients. 

Ideal Protein Products are ranked on the chemical index for bioavailability and rank between 97-297% bioavailable. What does this mean??

This means, that of the nutrients present in Ideal Protein Products, your body is able to extract and metabolize these nutrients easily! This is key, especially for protein.