Meal Replacement Program

Meal Replacement Program

A Very Low-Calorie Diet (VLCD) is a medically supervised program that ensures you receive all the essential nutrients your body needs while promoting rapid weight loss. VLCDs are typically used for individuals with a body mass index (BMI) over 30 or for those preparing for surgery.

The New Direction® Plan

At Medical Art Center, we offer the New Direction® Very Low-Calorie Diet (VLCD) Plan, a clinically proven program widely used in medical weight loss clinics. This plan combines:

  • Nutritionally balanced meal replacements 
  •  Ongoing medical supervision
  •  Behavioral counseling to ad​dress the emotional side of weight loss

Together, these elements provide comprehensive support for your weight management journey.

Who is it for?

The New Direction® VLCD is most appropriate for:

  • Patients with a BMI over 30
  • Patients with a BMI of 27 or higher who also have medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea
  • GLP-1 users who need to ensure adequate protein intake to prevent muscle loss
  • Current GLP-1 users transitioning off medication who want to maintain progress and prevent weight regain

How it Works

  • On average, patients following the program lose 3–5 pounds per week under the close guidance of our medical team.
  • High-protein, nutrient-rich meal replacement products serve as the sole source of nutrition, providing 100% of the Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) for vitamins and minerals.
  • Regular monitoring ensures weight loss is safe, effective, and tailored to your unique needs.

Transition to Customized Meal Planning


As patients achieve their initial weight loss goals, our team gradually transitions them from meal replacements to customized meal planning. These personalized meal plans are designed around your health needs, preferences, and lifestyle, ensuring that weight loss is not only successful but also sustainable long term.

Safe, Structured, and Supported

Our staff works with you every step of the way to ensure weight loss is:

  • Safe → medically supervised with lab monitoring
  •  Structured → based on proven protocols 
  •  Supported → reinforced by weekly meetings that provide accountability, education, and confidence to maintain success

At Medical Art Center, the Meal Replacement Program is more than a diet — it’s a structured path to lasting health and confidence.

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