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Robard Program Types

Weight Loss Products to Help You Reach Your Goals

Retail shelves are lined with diet products, commercials spout the next miracle worker, and there are so many different weight loss programs to choose from it can all get a bit overwhelming. You want to make sure you are on a diet plan that fits your lifestyle and goals, gives you the support you need, and teaches you lifelong healthy behaviors to help you achieve weekly weight loss goals and keep the weight off.

Use the information in these pages to help you gain a better understanding of the different types of weight loss programs.

Medical vs. Non-Medical

The first step towards your new, healthier lifestyle is finding the weight loss program that’s best for you. Consider the following support systems:

Medical Non-Medical
More than 40 pounds to lose Less than 40 pounds to lose
Rapid weight loss of 3-5 pounds per week Steady, gradual weight loss of 1-3 pounds per week
Support through weekly group and individual sessions Support through individual sessions with weight management counselor
Uses meal replacements for nutrition during weight loss Incorporates meal replacements and protein supplements with grocery foods
Monitored by medical professionals, including: doctor, nurse, registered dietician, behaviorist, exercise specialist Overseen by weight management counselor
Appropriate for individuals with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity related co-morbidities, such as, hypertension, high cholesterol, and high triglycerides Appropriate for individuals with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity related co-morbidities, such as, hypertension, high cholesterol, and high triglycerides

Very Low Calorie Diet vs Low Calorie Diet

There are also varying levels of calorie consumption and different meal plans options to consider. The two main ones are Very Low Calorie Diets (VLCD) and Low Calorie Diets (LCD).

Very Low Calorie Diet (Medical Supervision) Low Calorie Diet
Consumption of 800-900 calories per day Consumption of 900-1,200 calories per day
3-5 pounds per week lost 1-2 pounds per week lost
Meal replacements are the sole source of nutrition during weight loss Utilizes both protein supplements with grocery foods

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Take our Find the Right Diet For You quiz for diet recommendations or fill out our Find a Clinic form to find a location near you.

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The success of your business depends on having the resources you need to enhance dieter weight loss, streamline operations for increased efficiency and maximize program awareness to build census. Robard can help!

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  • Medically supervised program for patients who are moderately to morbidly obese
  • Patients lose 3-5 lbs per week
  • Meal replacements are the sole source of nutrition during active Weight Loss Phase
  • Combines the VLCD dietary regimen with nutrition, behavior modification, and exercise education and counseling
  • Supervised by a physician led team of healthcare professionals

Robard offers two medically supervised Very Low Calorie Diet programs – New Direction and NutriMed.

Let's compare them.

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  • Medically supervised or clinician directed options available
  • For individuals with less than 40 lbs to lose or for those who are unable to commit to a Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD) program
  • Patients lose 2-3 lbs per week
  • Teaches patients to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle through nutritous eating, behavior change, and exercise
  • Incorporates grocery foods with meal replacements or protein supplements

Robard offers two medically supervised Low Calorie Diet programs – New Direction and Advanced Health Systems.

Let's compare them.

New Direction VLCD NutriMed VLCD
Daily Eating Occassions 4 7
Daily Carbohydrate Consumption <50g <60g
Orientation and Weekly Meetings Group Individual
Products Hot and Cold Drinks, Puddings,Shakes, Soups, Bar Bars, Fruit Drink, Pudding Shakes, Soups, Smoothies
Product Nutritionals 200 calories
27g protein		 100-160 calories
15g protein
Private Label Program (PLP) Available No Yes
Eligible for Internet Distribution No Yes (if PLP customer)
Staff Requirements Physician/Center Manager Physician
Training Onsite Over-the-phone

In addition to our proven weight management programs, we’ll provide your center with the resources needed to maximize program awareness, increase efficiency, and enhance dieter weight loss.

Here's how...

New Direction LCD Advanced Health Systems LCD
(Medical/Non-Medical)
Daily Eating Occassions 3 6
Daily Carbohydrate Consumption Varies Varies
Orientation and Weekly Meetings Individual and Group Individual
Products ND Meal Replacements, ND Bars Pudding Shakes, Bars, Entrees, Snacks, Soups, etc.
Product Nutritionals 900-1100 Calories
14-27g protein		 1500 calories
10-15g protein
Private Label Program (PLP) Available No Yes
Eligible for Internet Distribution No Yes (if PLP customer)
Staff Requirements Physician, Program Manager, and RD Medical: Physician
Non-Medical: Program Manager
Training Onsite Over-the-phone

In addition to our proven weight management programs, we’ll provide your center with the resources needed to maximize program awareness, increase efficiency, and enhance dieter weight loss.

Here's how...

The success of your business depends on having the resources you need, so you’ll be assigned an experienced Business Development Manager (BDM) to assist you through your 30 day implementation process and support you throughout your relationship with Robard.

Your BDM will also help you leverage our collection of operations, staff enrichment, and marketing tools to help you successfully and continuously grow your business.

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These inlcude:

  • Marketing: Counter displays, flyers, newsletters, letters, posters, postcards, and more
  • Staff Training: Live monthly training calls and quarterly webcasts, an archive of previous training sessions, kits, phone scripts, and operational tracking forms
  • Patient Education: Worksheets to help patients better manage their eating, exercise, and lifestyle behaviors
  • Private Label Program: Brand your logo on our entire line of products and materials

However, no program is complete without great tasting nutritional products...

...And we have those too!

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With more than 100 different meal replacement and protein supplement products, including pudding shakes, bars, smoothies, entrees, drinks, snacks, and more, we provide you with a variety of options for increased dieter retention and weight loss.

From convenient on-the-go products, to gourmet dinners, our nutritionally complete, high protein, low carbohydrate products complete the program.

In our searchable product catalog, you’ll find pictures and nutrition information for each of our products, and can search or filter by product features, dietary restrictions, meal type, and more!

Now that you know about our programs, products, and services, let’s quickly cover how you can Get Started!

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Step One: Laying the Foundation

During this period, you have placed your first order for Robard products and your complete program materials are on the way.

Step Two: Developing the Program

You and your staff members will delve into the program materials and establish how the program will work in your center.

Step Three: Preparing for Launch

As you prepare for the launch of your program, you will track key operating statistics and review staff progress, concerns, and questions.

Step Four: Launch the Program

The launch of your program is the final step of the implementation process, but the work and growth is ongoing. You'll constantly update your procedures to improve patient outcomes and the reach of your program.

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