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Obesity Results

Ideal Protein Results Presented at Cleveland Clinic and National Obesity Conferences

Findings Show Safe, Rapid Weight Loss and Lower Risk Factors for Heart Disease, Diabetes with the Ideal Protein Protocol

Gatineau, QC.  (December 1, 2014) - Findings of an analysis of 233 patients on the Ideal Protein protocol over 12 weeks were presented recently at the 9th Annual Obesity Summit at the Cleveland Clinic, and at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the National Obesity Society.  The results show safe, rapid weight loss, and the reduction of risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Ideal Protein is a scientifically researched solution to safe weight loss with a four-stage, low carbohydrate, ketogenic diet. Currently more than 3,000 medical practitioners in the U.S. and Canada offer the Ideal Protein protocol to their patients to lose weight and reverse metabolic syndrome – the cluster of conditions that are pre-cursors to heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

“These findings are consistent with what we are seeing in our clinics with the Ideal Protein program, and it is gratifying to see these results validated by the scientific analysis of the data. The findings demonstrate that there is consistent weight loss, as well as improved lipid profiles for cholesterol balance and the reduction of other risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes and stroke,” said Dr. Tim Logemann, MD, the cardiologist who led the study. “As a cardiologist, I am always looking for ways to help my patients get healthier, improve their lipid profiles and reduce the risk of heart disease. The Ideal Protein protocol is a major tool that will help us accomplish these goals.”

“Our society is in the middle of an obesity epidemic, with skyrocketing rates of diabetes and heart disease – both of which are associated with obesity,” said Olivier Benloulou, president of Ideal Protein. “That’s why the Ideal Protein protocol was developed. Thousands of healthcare professionals are telling us that not only are their patients losing weight safely, but that they are improving their lab results. These findings presented at two major research conferences provide the validation for these reports.”

The two poster presentations are entitled Effect of the Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method on Weight Loss and Metabolic Parameters and The Effect of a Very Low Carbohydrate Diet on Residual Dyslipidemia in Statin Treated Overweight Patients. Authors of the studies are Dr. Timothy Logemann, MD; David K. Murdock, MD, MS, FACC, FACP, FSCAI; Kelly O’Heron, RD and Adam Hoffmann.

Effect of the Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method on Weight Loss and Metabolic Parameters followed 233 patients for 12 weeks on the Ideal Protein protocol. The data showed that patients lost an average of almost two pounds a week. Their lab results showed lower cholesterol, LDL, triglycerides and glucose readings during that time. The Ideal Protein protocol resulted in rapid weight loss and marked improvement in metabolic parameters in a short period of time.

The Effect of the Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method on Weight Loss and Metabolic Parameters

The Effect of a Very Low Carbohydrate Diet on Residual Dyslipidemia in Statin Treated OverweightPatients followed 36 patients on the Ideal Protein protocol who were on statin therapy and who had residual dyslipidemias (imbalance of lipids and/or high cholesterol).  Total cholesterol, non-HDLC and triglycerides all dropped, especially triglycerides which were reduced from 214 to 90. The Ideal Protein protocol showed a powerful effect on lipid abnormalities and can significantly improve the residual dyslipidemia in statin treated patients. 

The Effect of a Very Low Carbohydrate Diet on Residual Dyslipidemia in Statin Treated Overweight Patients

“Dr. Logemann’s results and their acceptance at such prestigious conferences is gratifying recognition of Ideal Protein’s ability to achieve safe, rapid weight loss and improve the patient’s health profile,” said Olivier Benloulou. “We are now working with cardiologists, physicians and healthcare practitioners throughout North America to bring this solution to more patients.”

Dr. Logemann commented, “While this was a relatively small study with exciting and encouraging results, we are looking forward to more research to further validate these findings.”

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Holiday Recipes

Fudge

FUDGE

This recipe contains 2 restricted items. It is a very special treat; holidays only!

Ingredients

2 Ideal Protein Caramel and Vanilla Flavored Protein Bars, chopped
4 tablespoons Ideal Protein Maple Flavored Syrup

8 neutral gelatin leaves
¼ cup hot water
OR16 g neutral gelatin, dissolved

Gelatin Preparation

Soak gelatin leaves in cold water between 3 to 5 minutes. Remove excess water from gelatin. Dissolve in ¼ cup of hot water.
ORFollow powdered gelatin’s brand instructions.

Directions

In a blender, place chopped bars, syrup and gelatin. Cover; blend from 3 to 5 minutes or until liquid and smooth.

Pour mixture in plastic-wrapped containers, and refrigerate overnight.

From Chef Verati

Caramel Pudding

Ketchup

This recipe is featured in "Low-Carbing Among Friends - Volume 2" on page 312.

EVEN BETTER "HEINZ" KETCHUP
6 ounce can tomato paste
8 ounce can tomato sauce
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons white vinegar
1/4 cup water, or enough to get the right consistency
1/4 cup granular Splenda or equivalent liquid Splenda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Mix all of the ingredients well. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Cool then chill before serving. Keep refrigerated.

Makes 2 cups or about 32 tablespoons

Made with granular Splenda:
1 tablespoon: 7 Calories; trace Fat; trace Protein; 2g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 1.5g Net Carbs
1/4 cup: 28 Calories; trace Fat; 1g Protein; 7g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 6g Net Carbs
1 cup: 112 Calories; trace Fat; 5g Protein; 28.5g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 23.5g Net Carbs

Made with liquid Splenda:
1 tablespoon: 6 Calories; trace Fat; trace Protein; 2g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 1.5g Net Carbs
1/4 cup: 25 Calories; trace Fat; 1g Protein; 6.5g Carbohydrate; 1.5g Dietary Fiber; 5g Net Carbs
1 cup: 100 Calories; trace Fat; 5g Protein; 25.5g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 20.5g Net Carbs

I finally had a chance to try some Heinz Reduced Sugar Ketchup (formerly called Heinz One Carb) and wanted to get as close as I could to creating a good copycat ketchup. My biggest stipulation was that I didn't want to have to cook my ketchup. I wanted it to be just as easy to whip up as my previous recipe. I think I've come pretty close to the Heinz. The main things that are missing in my recipe are the deeper, cooked flavor and the excess salt. I decided not to try and copy the saltiness since I thought the Heinz was overly salty. I used 1/2 teaspoon salt, but feel free to try up to a full teaspoon if you want yours to be as salty as the Heinz. I like the consistency and flavor of this version much better than my Better "Heinz" Ketchup. Adding tomato sauce made all the difference. Even if this isn't identical to the Heinz ketchup, I think it tastes very good and I'm happy with the flavor.

In case anyone is interested, I figured out one day that it costs about $.97 to $1.16 to make a batch of this ketchup. I have to pay an average of $2.00 for a 14 ounce bottle of Heinz low carb ketchup depending on where I buy it.

UPDATE 3/16/11: I made a few tweaks to the recipe this time. Except for the salt, I doubled all of the seasonings. I also added the equivalent of another tablespoon of sweetener. The recipe above still calls for the original quantities. I didn't edit it because the recipe is still good made that way. This time I simmered the ketchup on the stove for about 20-30 minutes and I think that helped blend the flavors a little better. It also helps the constency greatly. Cooking gives the ketchup a smoother texture and it doesn't separate and get watery over time like the uncooked version does. I do recommend covering the pot because the ketchup will get too thick otherwise.

UPDATE 5/14/12: To avoid confusion, I've edited the recipe ingredient list and instructions to reflect the way that I now make this recipe. I've also adjusted the nutritional counts.

Thanks to genaw.com for this great low-carb ketchup recipe!!!

New IP Cost

IP English Muffin

Ingredients:
1 Pkg IP Crepe Mix
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 dash salt
1 oz skim milk (approx 2 tbsp)
4-6 tbsp water (enough to make thick but pourable batter)

Directions:
Whisk together dry ingredients
Add oil and mix until it forms crumbles
Add milk and mix well (becomes a doughy batter at this point)
Add enough water so that it’s thick but able to be poured

Let sit a few minutes to thicken

Spray a non-stick pan with pam and spray inside your muffin rings

Put your pan with muffin rings on the stove and get it nice and hot, then pour your batter in to the ring.  You do not need to fill them more than half way.  This will make bottoms nice and crisp.

Once it has cooked and has a golden bottom (cooked on medium heat for approx 3 minutes) then flip over (ring mold included) and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes.

Let it cook on a cooling rack

Exciting news! Ideal Protein now offers un-restricted oatmeal. We will have this in stock in our office soon.

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vanilla cookies

Vanilla Cookies

1 Packet of Ideal Protein Crispy Cereal (crushed)
1 Packet of Ideal Protein Vanilla Drink Mix--Do not use Vanilla Pudding or the Vanilla Pre--Made. This recipe is for the Vanilla Drink Mix. You can try the recipe with the Chocolate Drink Mix, and the Cappuccino Drink Mix. Remember, not pre-mades and not puddings for this recipe.
2 Egg whites
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon of baking powder
2 teaspoons of olive oil
1 teaspoon Torani Sugar Free Salted Caramel Syrup (made with Splenda). If you do not have this, use an extract you like with an optional packet of Splenda
Optional Cinnamon for top

Procedure:
This is so simple. Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Wait a few minutes for the baking powder to make batter thicker.
Equally divide in 12 portions. I use a Wilton Whoopie Pie Pan, sprayed with Pam, which I purchased at Bed, Bath, and Beyond. Bake in a preheated 350 oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from pan to cool and enjoy 6 cookies which equals one product. If you prefer, you can bake a cake from this batter as well--350 degrees for approximately 14 minutes.

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Ideal Protein plan is called

 'nutrition on autopilot'

Lately, it seems everyone is talking about Ideal Protein, the weight-loss plan du jour. It’s so popular you can even find Ideal Protein items on the menus of several area restaurants.

So, exactly what is this diet protocol and what makes it so popular?

“Ideal Protein is a weight-loss program that’s about losing weight and keeping it off,” says Melissa Martin, a registered dietitian and nutrition services manager at Woman’s Center for Wellness. “The diet works differently with each person, but it’s consistent in that dieters don’t plateau like they do in most weight-loss programs, and that’s great because we’re an immediate gratification society.”

Woman’s Ideal Protein protocol comes in four phases. The first phase targets your habits and behavior, and is followed until 100 percent of your weight-loss goal is achieved.

“It’s nutrition on autopilot,” says Martin, who has done the diet. “It’s very restrictive and allows you to change your behavior. You eat only vegetables, lean protein and Ideal Protein products. That’s when you really lose the weight”

Phase II, which lasts two weeks, increases food selections for lunch.The main reason for this weight loss is the body goes into a metabolic state called ketosis, she explains. Normally your body burns carbohydrates for fuel, but when you drastically cut carbohydrates, it goes into ketosis and begins to burn its own fat for fuel. And, Martin says, that’s another plus of Ideal Protein — it targets body fat and maintains muscle mass.

“Once you reach your goal weight and complete Phase II, then we re-introduce healthy carbs, fruits, dairy products that are part of a healthy diet in Phase III,” explains Martin. “Once you stabilize, we start talking about real life.”

Phase IV is maintenance, which Martin confesses is ten times harder than the weight-loss plan.

“Regardless of the program, there will be those that struggle with maintenance,” she says.

Sheila Talamo signed up for Ideal Protein at Woman’s when it first began offering the program and lost 35 pounds, but confesses she wasn’t a good a student.

“Inside of me is a happy little fat girl,” she says with a chuckle. “I’m always in search of a diet. I’ve gained and lost weight repeatedly through my 65 years.”

She says she only pretended to do the program’s different phases, “but I really didn’t follow the protocol. … I never planned for maintenance.”

She tried the program again, this time writing down the steps of her plan to make maintenance as successful as losing weight. “I’m a great dieter because I get real focused,” she says. “Then I thought, if I make my plan public, I might be more inclined to follow it.”

And that’s when her blog, “Little Fat Girl,” was born. “I do it not only for myself, but to share with others how I approach maintenance so we can all be successful,” says Talamo.

This time she lost 22 pounds, and shed 15 inches, dropping her body fat from 32 percent to 23 percent “which at my age is pretty good.”

Restaurateur Ruffin Rodrigue, 47, started Ideal Protein about three years ago after several of his buddies dropped significant pounds on the plan.

“I weighed around 306-307 pounds. I hadn't weighed that much since I played football,” says the former LSU offensive guard.

In the first six months, he lost 62 pounds.

“Actually for me, it was pretty easy,” says Rodrigue. “I enjoyed it. I got into ketosis fast; lost 17 pounds the first week.”

In the fall of 2011, Rodrigue says that while following the Tigers, he tailgated across the SEC.

“I gained a lot of the weight back, so I went back on the diet and lost it again,” he says. “I reduced my blood pressure 30 points … my waist went from a 42 to a 36. You’re not supposed to work out on Ideal Protein, but I did. The hardest part was stopping drinking (alcohol) because you can’t for the first three or four months.”

Rodrigue is determined to keep the weight off this go around. He continues to work out, watches his carb intake and liked the food so much he added Ideal Protein items to the menu at both locations of Ruffino’s Restaurant.

So, is there a downside to Ideal Protein?

“If you have Type I diabetes, are pregnant or have kidney/liver disease you should not be doing this diet,” says Kate Blumberg, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at Pennington Biomedical Research Center. “You need to talk to your doctor before you start … it’s a very low-calorie diet, and it cuts out a lot of nutrients.”

That said, Ideal Protein dieters are typically under a doctor’s or health coach’s care.

“Any plan that provides some sort of meal replacement is an easy way to control calories,” says Blumberg. “In the short term it’s a really good way to lose weight.

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Chocolate Salad

I thought this was sound reasoning and thought others would get a laugh out of it. If you are craving a "salad" try one of our delicious chocolate mint bars.

10 Things

Cauliflower Wraps

Yield: 2 wraps

Ingredients

• Curry Wraps:
• 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 tsp. curry powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• Garlic Herb Wraps:
• Substitute 1 minced garlic clove and 3/4 tsp. dried herbs (basil, oregano, thyme or a combo) for the curry powder

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower florets until they form a crumb-like texture. Place the crumbles and 1/4 cup water in a saucepan with a tight fitting lid. Cook on medium high heat for 8 minutes, until tender.
2. Drain the cauliflower in a sieve, then transfer to a clean kitchen towel. Firmly squeeze any excess water from the cauliflower. In a bowl, stir together the cauliflower and remaining ingredients. Form two thin circles on the parchment-lined baking sheets. With a spatula, press down the "dough" so it forms a thin layer. Keep the wraps compact--there should be no parchment showing through the mixture in any area of the wrap.
3. Bake for about 17 minutes until dry and pliable. Gently remove to a wire rack to cool so the bottom does not become soggy. Use with light fillings or tear into pieces and use to scoop up fillings.

Notes

These delicate wraps are best served within a few hours of baking.

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Veggie Lasagna

Veggie Lasagna

4 zucchini sliced long ways
2 cups spinach
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup diced bell peppers
1 small onion chopped
1 small head of cauliflower shredded
1 bunch of broccoli shredded
1 jar Walden Farms Alfredo Sauce
1 Packet Ideal Protein Broccoli cheese soup, mixed and warmed
4 slices veggie cheese

preheat oven to 350 degrees
cook shredded cauliflower in covered bowl in microwave on high for 8-10 minutes
mix cauliflower alfredo sauce and broccoli cheese soup then set aside.
spray a 9x9 baking dish with non stick spray
layer zucchini in bottom of pan. Sprinkle 1/4 of each of the vegetables over the top of the zucchini and pour 1/4 of the cauliflower alfredo sauce over layered veggies.
Repeat this process until you have run out of ingredients.
Cover top with veggie cheese and bake 25-35 minutes until all veggies are cooked and cheese is melted.
Enjoy!

Potato Rolls

Potato Rolls

1 pkg Ideal Protein Potato Puree
2 Egg Whites
1/2 tsp Baking Powder
1/8 tsp Baking Soda
I Can't believe it's Not Butter Spray
1 pinch sage
1 pinch garlic
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch thyme
1 pinch chives

Preheat Oven to 400 degrees

Whisk egg whites until foamy but not stiff
Add all other ingredients and mix until combined.
Spray cupcake pan with non-stick spray.
Fill each hole to about 1/2 full.
Spray top with butter spray.
Bake for 9-10 minutes.

Italian Cream Soda

Italian Cream Soda

Luxurious Vanilla Italian Cream Soda recipe. Mix the first three ingredients in a tall glass. Add enough ice to fill the glass.

4 Ingredients: 1 tsp. pure vanilla
1 Ideal Protein pre-made vanilla drink
1 cup club soda
Ice

Thanks to nutrition.com

Lemon Water

OREGANO GREEN BEANS

Ingredients

2 cups  chopped onion 
2 tablespoons  olive oil 
1   garlic clove, minced 
1 pound  fresh green beans, trimmed 
1   (14 1/2-oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained 
1/2 cup  vegetable or low-sodium chicken broth 
1 tablespoon  chopped fresh oregano 
1 tablespoon  chopped fresh parsley 
3/4 teaspoon  salt 
1/2 teaspoon  pepper 
1 tablespoon  fresh lemon juice 
1/2 cup  crumbled feta cheese 

Preparation
1. Sauté onion in hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat 8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook, stirring often, 4 minutes or until garlic is tender and golden brown. Add beans and next 6 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 10 minutes or until beans are tender. Stir in lemon juice. Transfer to a serving dish; sprinkle with feta. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Cat Cora, Southern Living
APRIL 2010

Ideal Protein Pancakes with Crispy Cereal

Pancakes with Ideal Protein Crispy Cereal

Ingredients: 

 

1 pack IP Crispy Cereal crushed into small pieces.
2 egg whites
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp vanilla
 

Directions: 

Beat together in small bowl the following:
2 egg whites
1/4 tsp vanilla
Add in to cereal pkg the following:
1/4 tsp baking powder


Mix dry ingredients and then add egg whites.
Best cooked on a non-stick electric pan.
Add your Ideal Protein or Walden Farms syrup.

We now have Chocolate mint bars in stock in both the Laramie and Saratoga offices.

Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast (Great for all phases)

INGREDIENTS

• chicken breast (butterflied)
• ½ tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• ½ tablespoon olive oil
• ½ cup spinach (wilted)
• ½ cup mushrooms (sautéed)
• 2oz Walden Farms Tomato Basil Sauce
• 1 pinch salt to taste

PREPARATION
1.Season chicken with paprika, salt, and white pepper. Place spinach, and mushrooms onto chicken breast and roll. Bake in 300˚ oven until the internal temperature reaches 155˚. Serve with WF Tomato Basil Sauce.

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Chocolate Mint Bar - US05208

This NEW Chocolate Mint Bar is an incredibly delicious blend of chocolate and mint.
If you are looking for a refreshing melt-in-your mouth treat – this combination of flavors is always a hit!

Banana Bread

1 package IP cereal flakes (crushed)

1 package IP Banana Pudding
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon splenda / stevia
4 teaspoons grape seed/olive oil
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons water
1 tsp caramel extract

-Preheat oven to 350 degrees
-Spray loaf pans
-Crush cereal flakes
-In a medium bowl mix egg, sweetener, oil and baking powder and extract. Add in banana pudding and cereal flakes. Slowly add water.
-spoon into loaf pan
-Bake 12-15 minutes.
1 serving is 1\2 a loaf.

Ideal Protein Potato Rolls

 

 

1 pack of Ideal Protein Potato Puree

2 egg whites

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/8 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp dried rosemary

1/4 tsp garlic

Olive oil spray

 

Instructions

 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Whip egg whites until bubbly

Mix all other ingredients in with the whipped egg whites.

Spray 5 muffin tin slots with olive oil spray and pour mixture about 1/2 of the way full.

Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes.

Chocolate Cookies 

   
1 chocolate drink IP pack
1 egg
1 tbs olive oil or grape seed oil
1/2 tsp of baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 Tbs of walden farms chocolate syrup
1 Tbs of vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Preheat oven to 400 degrees, mix all ingredients to make a smooth mixture. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper and place spoonfuls of mixture on the sheet.
Bake for 15-17 minutes.

Fried Pickles

1 Ideal Protein Southwest Cheese Curls
1 egg
dash of garlic salt
dash of Cajun seasoning
2 cups dill pickle slices

Smash up cheese curls and add the spices.
In a separate bowl beat the egg. Dip the pickle slices in the egg, and then into the cheese curl mix. Cover a cookie sheet in parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange pickles on the sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes.

Buffalo Wings

5 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into slices
Frank's Red Hot sauce
Marinade the chicken in Frank's Red Hot for 1 hour.
Bake chicken slices at 350 degrees until done. Or you can take whole chicken breasts, put in your crock pot, pour the Red Hot over and cook on low for 6 hours. Serve with celery and Walden Farms bleu cheese Dip

Ideal Protein Open House

FORGET

 all the reasons it won't work and 

REMEMBER

the one reason why it will!!!

Lemon Muffins

 

1 package IP crispy cereal (crushed)

1 package IP lemon pudding
2 egg whites

1 tsp. poppy seeds

1 tablespoon splenda / stevia
4 teaspoons grape seed/olive oil
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons water

-Preheat oven to 350 degrees

-Spray muffin tin
-Crush crispy cereal
-In a medium bowl mix egg, sweetener, oil and baking powder. Add in lemon pudding and crispy cereal. Slowly add water.
-spoon into pans (makes 5-6 regular muffins)
-Bake 10-12 minutes.
-1 IP serving is 1\2 a batch

 

Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.

Keep up the good work!

French Toast

French Toast

1 Packet Ideal Protein Plain Omelet
5 oz. Cold Water
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
2 TBSP Walden Farms Caramel or Pancake Syrup
Cooking Spray

Mix omelet packet, water, cinnamon, and vanilla in your shaker. Spray 8x8 pan and pour contents of shaker into it. Bake 10 Minutes. Remove from oven and cut in large squares. Top with Walden Farms Pancake or Caramel Syrup.
Try substituting the omelet packet for your favorite flavor of IP pudding!