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Originally Posted by grams1
Hello everyone, I am new to this site and was wondering if anyone is a member of MRC.? I went for my consultation appt and found out how much I need to loose, then I was given the option of joining the plan. My questions are to those who are on the plan, or have been on the plan...what is involved in the "pre-conditioning" phase, and are the supplements necessary or are there other alternatives that will do the same thing. Also, I am worried that after I pay all the money for this program that I will not see results...I'm scared !
Most of us on this board are, or have been, members at MRC.
Pre-conditioning is a period before you start the full program where you wean yourself off carbs and sugars. All of the menus (from pre-conditioning, to program, to stabilization) all include options for breakfasts, lunch, and dinners with approved proteins, carbs, fruits, and vegetables.
Supplements, to some extent, are required. They require you to drink 2-5 High Nutrient Supplements (HNS) daily. You really must drink these for MRC to fully work (and to lose fat, not muscle). Most people buy them at their center, but some buy other brands online from dietdirect.com. They are basically the same price. MRC will also require you to take a daily multivitamin and EFA. I take my own multi, but I use their fish oil. I also take other supplements (such as MRC6 and Cortitrim) but those are optional and people buy them as they can afford and want to add to their program. Many on program lose without any additional supplements other than the required ones.
If you devote yourself to program, it works. I have lost almost 40 pounds since September and have really been a slow loser on MRC. However, I have also seen people on this board and at my center, start the program, lose 10-20 pounds and drop off the face of the program. You have to stick with it to lose (which does get hard at times...dedication is necessary).
I am LOVING MRC. I have never found a diet that made sense for the long term to lose 70 pounds before. I am feeling great and losing! Good luck on whatever you chose!