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HMR Weight Loss Foods
- How many HMR shakes should I have per day?
  - Any number of HMR Shakes that you drink in place of other foods will help you cut calories. Generally, three or more shakes per day will be effective to help you lose weight. Research shows that the more you use, the more you will lose. However, you should not use HMR Shakes as your sole source of nutrition without medical supervision. Always consult your physician before beginning any diet.
- Which HMR shake is right for me?
  - For most HMR newcomers, we recommend our HMR 120 Shake mix, which is available in an economical canister. Vitamins are included in the mix, so you don't need to take an extra vitamin tablet. (120 calories per serving.)
    
    The HMR 70 Plus Shake/Pudding mix is lactose-free and versatile, letting you create shakes or puddings from the same mix. It comes packaged in convenient, premeasured individual packets and includes HMR vitamin tablets. (110 calories per serving.)
    
    HMR 500 is the original HMR Shake used in our medical weight-loss clinics. It comes packed in convenient, premeasured individual packets and includes HMR vitamin tablets. (100 calories per serving.)
    
    HMR 800 is a slightly richer shake with slightly higher protein. It, too, is packed in individual packets and includes HMR vitamin tablets. (160–170 calories per serving.)
- Are HMR products Kosher?
  - HMR Shakes and BeneFit® Bars are kosher and are manufactured under the supervision of the Orthodox Union. HMR Entrees and HMR 500 Chicken Soup are not kosher. HMR products are not kosher for Passover.
- Why don't the entrees need to be refrigerated?
  - HMR Entrees are heat-sealed in a cooking process that kills bacteria and locks in freshness without artificial preservatives. This provides a long shelf life, while retaining natural juices and flavors. It also allows you to take your entrees wherever you go. Once opened, uneaten HMR Entrees should be refrigerated and used within two days.
- Can I use HMR foods if I'm breast-feeding?
  - It's always best to consult with your obstetrician and/or pediatrician regarding any diet questions you may have while breast-feeding. HMR Entrees should present no nutritional concerns and can be enjoyed at any time. HMR Shakes contain artificial sweeteners (acesulfame potassium, aspartame, or saccharin), which some health professionals recommend limiting during breast feeding. HMR BeneFit Bars are vitamin-fortified and should be evaluated if prenatal vitamins are still being used. All HMR meal replacements list common allergens on the packaging.
- Can people with diabetes use HMR foods ?
  - Yes. HMR foods are frequently recommended by doctors for their patients with diabetes because of the foods' nutritional formulation and low calories. However, if you are on medication for diabetes, it is important to check with your physician before starting any diet program.
Ordering Online
- Do I need to be enrolled in a program to purchase products?
  - All of our meal replacement products are available to the public. In addition, we now have self directed kits available which include the HMR products and support materials for individuals that would like to do the program on their own - http://www.ihmonline.com/products_kits_index.htm.
- How can I change my order?
  - Please contact us immediately after placing your order to request any changes (1.888.446.2846 or ihm@IHMonline.com). We will do our best to accommodate any immediate change requests. However, we process orders quickly and are unable to modify an order once processed.
- Can I ship my order to an address other than the billing address?
  - Yes, we can ship your order to an address other than the billing address on your credit card. However, we may contact you to list the alternate address with your credit card company. This helps prevent fraudulent use of your credit card. To list the alternate address with your credit card company, call the 800 number on the back of your card and ask the agent to add the address to the notes on your account. Listing the address before you place an order helps us process your order more quickly.
- How can I check the status of an order?
HMR at Home
- What is the HMR at Home Program?
  - The HMR at Home Program allows people who don't live near an HMR clinic or who want to lose weight on their own to benefit from HMR's state-of-the-art weight-loss approach. You diet entirely on your own using comprehensive HMR Program materials and HMR weight-loss foods delivered to your door. In addition, those choosing the Healthy Solutions Quick Start™ Diet Kit have the option of adding phone support, which includes weekly telephone-based group meetings that provide encouragement and accountability so you stay committed. The 45-minute phone sessions are run by trained professionals from HMR partner hospitals, medical practices, and other facilities across the country. Learn more...
- How does the phone support option work?
  - For those who feel the structure of group weight-loss sessions and the camaraderie of other dieters would be helpful, we offer the HMR at Home phone support option. This option is available with the Healthy Solutions Quick Start Diet Kit at a low additional fee. When you sign up for HMR phone support, you participate in 45-minute group conference calls run by a highly trained health coach nationally certified by HMR. The group calls provide support, promote accountability, and help you stay on your diet longer to lose more weight. To find out whether the phone support option is right for you, you can participate in a free no-obligation conference call orientation. Just call 1.888.446.2846 to learn more.
- What is the calorie level of the HMR at Home diets?
  - The diets in the HMR at Home Program include approximately 1,200 calories or more per day. Combined with regular physical activity, this calorie level allows you to lose weight quickly, so you'll stay motivated.
- How much weight can I expect to lose?
  - HMR at Home Program participants using the Healthy Solutions diet lose an average of 23.4 pounds in the first 12 weeks (from a study conducted at the University of Kansas). Some dieters lose significantly more. On the HMR Healthy Shakes Diet, you can lose about 1–3 pounds per week, depending on your weight and the other foods incorporated into the diet plan.
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