MEDICAL DISCLAIMER:
The Company (“We”) recommends that you consult your healthcare provider prior to starting any weight loss program, and during the course of your weight loss program.
Do NOT use any OPTAVIA® plan if you are pregnant or under the age of 13.
Before starting a weight loss program, talk with your healthcare provider about the program and about any medications or dietary supplements you are using, including especially Coumadin (warfarin), lithium,
diuretics, or medications for diabetes, high blood pressure or thyroid conditions. Do not participate in any OPTAVIA Program until you are cleared by your healthcare provider if you have or have had a serious
illness (e.g. cardiovascular disease including heart attack, diabetes, cancer, thyroid disease, liver or kidney disease, eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia), or any other condition requiring medical care or that
may be aected by weight loss.
The OPTAVIA for Teens plan is the only OPTAVIA Program appropriate for teens (13 to 17 years of age). The Optimal Weight 5 & 1 Plan® is NOT appropriate for teens, sedentary older adults (65 years and older),
nursing mothers, people with gout, some people with diabetes and those who exercise more than 45 minutes per day – if you fall into one of these categories, please consult your healthcare provider and refer
to www.OPTAVIA.com and talk with your independent OPTAVIA Coach about other OPTAVIA plans that may be appropriate. For special medical or dietary needs, including food allergies, refer to our program
information online, consult your healthcare provider and talk to your OPTAVIA Coach. Do not consume an OPTAVIA product if you are allergic to any of that product’s ingredients which are listed on the product
packaging and on the OPTAVIA website.
We recommend drinking 64 ounces of water each day. Consult with your healthcare provider prior to changing the amount of water you drink as it can aect certain health conditions and medications.
NOTE: Rapid weight loss may cause gallstones or gallbladder disease or temporary hair thinning in some people. While adjusting to the intake of a lower calorie level and dietary changes, some people may
experience dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, fatigue or gastrointestinal disturbances (such as abdominal pain, bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea or nausea). Consult your healthcare provider for further
guidance on these or any other health concerns. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience muscle cramps, tingling, numbness, confusion or rapid/irregular heartbeat as these may be a sign of a more
serious health condition.
For avoidance of doubt, the OPTAVIA Programs and products are not labelled, advertised or promoted for any specific medicinal purpose, i.e. treatment or prevention, implied or otherwise, of any disease or
disorder, including its related conditions.
The OPTAVIA programs, products and any of its materials and/or information do not in any way constitute medical advice or substitute for medical treatment. As individuals may have dierent responses to
dietary products or changes in diet, consult with your healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns.
For further information regarding this Medical Disclaimer, call Nutrition Support at 1.888.OPTAVIA or email at NutritionSupport@OPTAVIA.com.
OPTAVIA PROGRAM CONSIDERATIONS
It’s important for you to understand that there are multiple aspects of one’s health to consider when selecting which OPTAVIA Program fits
best for a Client. Some of these can be allergies, medication interactions, or general health conditions.
Please see below to help guide you in coaching your new Client towards their optimal health and wellbeing journey.
Diabetes Plan:
While the Optimal Weight 5 & 1 Plan®,
Optimal Weight 4 & 2 & 1 Plan®, and
Optimal Weight 5 & 2 & 2 Plan® are all
appropriate for people with diabetes,
it is essential that the individual’s
healthcare provider monitors blood
sugar and medication dosages.
Continued medical monitoring by the
healthcare provider will be necessary.
Optimal Weight
4 & 2 & 1 Plan:
The Optimal Weight 4 & 2 & 1 Plan is an
easy meal plan to help individuals reach a
healthy weight. It may be right for those
who exercise greater than 45 minutes per
day, have less than 15 pounds to lose, are
65 years or older and not regularly active or
want to incorporate fruit, dairy and starches.
Gout:
Our OPTAVIA for Gout Plan promotes
gradual weight loss and encourages
food choices with only low or moderate
amounts of purines. The Optimal
Weight 5 & 1 Plan, Optimal Weight
4 & 2 & 1 Plan and the Optimal Weight
5 & 2 & 2 Plan are not appropriate for
someone who has a history of gout,
even if it’s been quite some time since
their last gout flare.
Nursing Mothers Plan:
Our OPTAVIA for Nursing Mothers
Plan is designed for the nursing
mother whose baby is over two
months of age and who is providing
the majority of the baby’s nutrition
through breast milk.
MEDICATION DISCLAIMERS:
Clients should talk with their healthcare provider
prior to starting the Program.
Visit COACHANSWERS.OPTAVIA.com for more
information and search for the
specific medication.
Clients on Lithium:
The healthcare provider may wish to
adjust frequency of lab work for the
Client and monitor.
Clients on Coumadin (Warfarin):
Clients should talk with their healthcare provider
prior to starting the Program.
Visit COACHANSWERS.OPTAVIA.com and search
“Coumadin” for more information.
Thyroid Medications,
Soy and OPTAVIA
Medications include Synthroid and Levothyroxin.
TIP: Order soy-free OPTAVIA Fuelings for the five
free boxes in the first Premier order. The soy-free
Fueling will be used for the meal that is closest to
when the Client takes the thyroid medication.
Teen Plans:
Our OPTAVIA for Teens Plans
are specifically designed to
meet the nutritional needs
of adolescent boys and girls,
13-17 years old. Do not use the
OPTAVIA Program if you are
under the age of 13 years old.
Seniors Guide:
People age 65 and older can
use the Optimal Weight
5 & 1 Plan with 30 minutes of
physical activity every day. A
higher calorie meal Plan may
be recommended based on
individual needs, especially
those who are sedentary.
Plan Overview:
See all Plan overviews in
one location.
