Health Notice

Naturally Slim’s plan is intended provide information for a healthy lifestyle. However, Naturally Slim is not a medical organization and we cannot give you medical advice. We strongly urge you to consult with your physician (or primary healthcare provider) before starting any weight loss plan.

This weight loss plan has been designed to promote weight loss of no more than two pounds—or one percent of total body weight—a week. Medical authorities recommend that losing weight at such a rate reduces risk of health problems that have been associated with more rapid weight loss (greater than three pounds per week). Some people may lose weight at a slightly higher rate. However, you should monitor your progress and modify your diet if your rate of weight loss after the first two or three weeks exceeds a rate of three pounds—or one and one-half percent of body weight—a week. 

This weight loss plan is designed for healthy adults.  Children, adolescents, pregnant or breast feeding women, and people with significant health problems (including but not limited to bulimia, heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes or psychiatric disorder) should not begin this program without written authorization by their primary care provider.

People under treatment for other medical conditions or those taking medications prescribed by their healthcare provider should tell their healthcare providers that they have begun this diet because, in some cases, adjustments to medications or modifications to the weight loss program may be appropriate.  Any modifications to the plan made or recommended by your healthcare provider should be followed.

Weight loss can produce physical changes in the body such as interruptions in the menstrual cycle, temporary hair loss, and dizziness. However, such changes may indicate more serious health complications. Report any such changes that you notice to your primary care provider.

People who are overweight or obese are at increased risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, some forms of cancer, gall bladder disease, osteoarthritis and sleep apnea. Losing even small amounts of weight (five to ten percent of body weight) may reduce these risks. The side effects and complications that some people may experience while losing weight by following a healthy eating plan and exercise program are usually minor compared to the risks of overweight and obesity.