Alternatives are great. This week, I used a combination of IP products and Protidiet, and let me tell you, I lost 9 lbs, and you can bet I will be ordering alternatives next week. The difference in the cost of the alternatives vs. IP is a real +. Also, I know a doctor who has his patients on an IP type diet (3 packets a day + 1 meal ) and he only uses Protidiet products. According to his program, you lose 15-20 lbs a month, so yay for alternatives
