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Understand that weight loss is highly individual and varies from person to person. While SMARTFAST offers fasting-focused products and protocols, it doesn't promise specific “weight on the scales” numbers  as this depends on many factors, including:

• Your starting weight
• Current diet and lifestyle
• Adherence to the program
• Individual metabolism
• Activity level
• Medical conditions
• Age
• Sex
• Activity levels

When applied in the suggested cycle of once per month for 3 months, with healthy eating and exercise in between, the longer game of weight loss and better metabolic health is elicited by reducing stubborn visceral fat: the stubborn belly fat that surrounds the organs, which contributes to more chronic health conditions later.  

Some weight loss will occur during the program due to the reduced calorie intake, and a reduction in water stored when the diet is high in carbohydrates. 

The overarching idea and more powerful results are achieved when fasting is a part of your lifestyle. 

If done right, you’ll notice you will not only lose stubborn belly fat and feel a lot healthier, but your adaptations to fasting make it harder for you to gain weight long term. So, weight management is easier, and your efforts to lose weight using calorie deficit will be less arduous. 

Based on the research about SMARTFAST and fasting-based weight loss programs, here's what you should know:

Realistic Expectations:

• Weight loss varies significantly between individuals
• Most people can expect to lose at least 500g or more  per week when following the program consistently
• Results depend on factors like starting weight, adherence to the program, and lifestyle changes to accompany the program - See our website for suggestions

Key Benefits of SMARTFAST:

1. Metabolic Health Support
   • Helps improve blood glucose management
   • Supports cellular renewal
   • Reduces inflammation
2. Sustainable Approach
   • Provides meals and supplements
   • Reduces the loss of muscle tissue and prevents regain, unlike other fasting protocols 
   • Offers ongoing support through our hotline with qualified nutritionists, naturopaths and dietitians

Important Considerations:

1. Individual Results Vary
2. Requires Commitment to the Program and application of healthy eating and exercise in between fasting cycles 
3. The Best Results Come from Following the Complete Protocol once per month for 3 months, then every 3-4 months ongoing.

The products in the SMARTFAST kit are gluten-free.

The 6-Day kit contains over 13 different products, so making a total gluten-free claim is difficult.For those who require a guarantee of no gluten (coeliac).

With the finite parameters of macros, nutrients, and taste preferences to accommodate within the program, SMARTFAST kits contain products made in facilities that also manufacture products containing gluten. There may be traces of gluten.

We aim to keep allergens low and results and health benefits high!

We also offer gluten-free weight loss options through BN Healthy. Perhaps you’d like to try a weight loss approach using The BN Slim Meal Replacements from that range instead. I can confidently say that they are gluten-free, halal, and have very low lactose levels, so sensitive tummies are really happy with them.

The clinical studies on implementing fasting-mimicking approaches like SMARTFAST show that it is best when cycles are initially done monthly - for a 3-4 month period.

Each cycle lasts for 3 to 6 days. 

The research shows participants well tolerated this pattern, and realised the more impactful outcomes of fasting such as better blood glucose control, enhanced metabolic health etc

Clinical Benefits Observed from implementing this pattern of fasting.  

Studies showed improvements in metabolic parameters—Hba1c, fasting glucose, triglycerides, cholesterol, insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, and waist circumference. These lead to a lower risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. 

Benefits were seen with monthly cycles over a year. 

Participants maintained better glucose levels. 

The approach helped minimise side effects compared to water-only fasting.  

Important Safety Considerations: 

The program is designed to provide essential nutritional support,  even during fasting. 

It's structured to avoid the negative effects of complete fasting. 

Fasting AND eating supports lean body mass retention better than traditional fasting. 

It helps avoid slowing metabolism and the recurrent weight rebound that happens with other fad methods that can trigger the starvation response.  

Recommendations: 

Start with Monthly Cycles. 

Begin with one 3 or 6-day cycle per month. 

This allows your body time to recover between cycles. 

Repeat a cycle each month for 3-4 months .

This matches the protocol used in clinical studies.  

Listen to Your Body. 

Monitor how you feel during and after each cycle. 

Ensure you implement your fast during a time when you can take some time out, rest, introspect, journal, and really get the most out of the process. 

Pay attention to energy levels. 

Watch for any adverse reactions.  

Take some time out to introspect and reflect while you fast. 

Slow your busy world down for a few days each month brings really powerful benefits. 

Maintain Regular Nutrition. 

Follow normal, healthy eating between fasting cycles. 

Focus on nutrient-rich foods during non-fasting periods. 

Stay hydrated throughout. 

Also, it's important to note that you should consult with your healthcare provider before starting any fasting program, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking medications. 

See our guide on the contra indications for fasting and decide if its right for you. 

YES! We have carefully mapped out all you need to manage the fasting process conveniently and effectively. Without skimping on your nutritional needs. 

You can add unlimited water, herbal tea, and 2 cups of black coffee or up to 6 cups of decaf!  

Everything else is in your handy day-box - just grab and go.  

The SMARTFAST 3-day kit includes A guide that includes all you need to know about preparing and implementing your fast.  

A copy of your 3-day meal plan - a motivational magnet to keep in sight on the fridge.  

Access to our 1300 support line with a team of dietitians, nutritionists, and naturopaths on hand.  

3 “day-boxes”: A, B, and C - just grab and go.  

Guidance on how to return to regular healthy eating.  

Access to our website with research, blogs, helpful hints, and suggestions for healthy meals outside of your regular fasting windows. 

The 3 “Day-boxes”  include delicious food, shakes, soups, nut bars, pancakes, and even a chocolate calcium treat!

This includes all you need to know about preparing and implementing your fast.  

A copy of your 6-day meal plan - a motivational magnet to keep it in sight on the fridge.  

Access to our 1300 support line with a team of dietitians, nutritionists, and naturopaths on hand.  

6 “Day Boxes”: which contain all you need to cover the day's food - just grab and go.  

Guidance on how to return to regular healthy eating.  

You will have access to our website, which includes research, blogs, helpful hints, and suggestions for healthy meals outside of your regular fasting windows. 

The 6  day-boxes include delicious food, shakes, nut bars, pancakes and soups and even a chocolate calcium treat!

The best time to fast is when you are going to have a quiet week. This is a week of recovery, reduced exercise, and a limited social schedule. Fasting is often a time where we look toward introspection, releasing old patterns, and perhaps journaling the process to see what unfolds along the way.

SMARFTAST is a scientifically designed program to transform your health and rejuvenate your body. 

Over the 6 days or 3 days, you’ll follow the finely crafted, evidence-based, structured eating plan.  Everything you need will be provided in the SMARTFAST box.  When implemented as intended, you’ll reach a state that elicits all the effects of fasting while allowing you to eat. 

By having meals and snacks the whole way through your fast, you will feel better during the longer fasting period, and still reap the benefits of fasting.  We find our customers love the fact they can make fasting a part of their busy lifestyle more comfortably, with the use of the SMARTFAST kit.  It provides some energy and maintains your ability to continue your daily activities better than traditional fasting methods.