Frequently asked questions

HOW MUCH WEIGHT CAN I EXPECT TO LOSE?
Women can expect to lose up to 6kg in 4 weeks, men up to 9kg in 4 weeks

DOES DR. TIM'S SUCCESS MEAL REPLACEMENTS CONTAIN ANY NUT PRODUCTS?
Drinks: No Mousses: No Soups: No Bars: Yes Crepe: No

DOES DR. TIM'S SUCCESS MEAL REPLACEMENTS CONTAIN ANY SOY?
Drinks: Yes Mousses: Yes Soups: Yes Bars: Yes Crepe: Yes

DOES DR. TIM'S SUCCESS MEAL REPLACEMENTS CONTAIN ANY PORK PRODUCTS?
Drinks: No Mousses: No Soups: No Bars: No Crepe: No

DOES DR. TIM'S SUCCESS MEAL REPLACEMENTS CONTAIN ANY GLUTEN?
Drinks: No Mousses: Yes Soups: Yes Bars: Yes Crepe: Yes

DOES DR. TIM'S SUCCESS MEAL REPLACEMENTS CONTAIN ANY DAIRY PRODUCTS?
Yes, all flavours contain dairy products.

DOES DR. TIM'S SUCCESS MEAL REPLACEMENTS CONTAIN ANY ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS?
No. All Dr. Tim's SUCCESS meal replacements are sweetened with Sucrose – natural sugar.

DOES DR. TIM'S SUCCESS MEAL REPLACEMENTS CONTAIN ANY SHELLFISH PRODUCTS?
No.

WHERE CAN I FIND DR. TIM'S SUCCESS SUPERVISED PHARMACY PROGRAM?
Dr. Tim's SUCCESS Weight Loss Programs are established in approved pharmacies, and are supervised by fully trained Consultants. Find a pharmacy program near you at our approved pharmacy list.

I'VE PUT ON A LOT OF WEIGHT WHEN I HAD MY LAST BABY AND AM BREAST FEEDING, CAN I USE THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET TO LOSE THIS WEIGHT?
You should finish your breast feeding first. If you are on any weight reduction diet, while breast feeding there is a chance that the quantity and quality of milk could be affected. If you are about to wean or don't ind using a bottle supplement should this happen, then there is no problem.

IS HUNGER A PROBLEM ON THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET?
No. This program will put your body into ketosis, producing ketones. Ketones that are produced from the fat that is being "burned up" have an appetite suppressing effect.

CAN THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET BE USED WHEN PREGNANT?
No. although there is nothing in the formula that would have an adverse affect in pregnancy, weight gain in pregnancy is quite normal but to go on a weight reduction diet to limit this weight gain, could result in the baby not getting adequate nutrition for normal development. If weight gain in pregnancy is excessive (your Doctor would advise you of this) specialist help would be advised.

I AM ON MEDICATION FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE. CAN I GO ON THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET?
Being overweight will certainly aggravate your blood pressure problem. Losing weight will be a great benefit and usually results in a reduction of the dosage of medication needed if not total cessation. Obviously though this would be monitored and if an adjustment of medication is indicted you will be asked to check with your Doctor.

CAN I CONTINUE TO USE THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS MEAL REPLACEMENTS LONG TERM EVEN AFTER I'VE ACHIEVED MY GOAL WEIGHT?

Firstly congratulations on achieving your goal weight. The Dr. Tim's Success Maintenance Program has been designed to help you from slipping back onto your old ways. The program includes a booklet with guidance on healthy eating and erercise tips and a journal to help you plan each day's activity and food choices. Plus weekly visits to your consultants for weigh ins and support and the option of one meal replacement per day.

IS THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET SUITABLE FOR WEIGHT REDUCTION IN CHILDREN?

After children have gone through their pubertal growth spurt, Yes. Younger overweight children however need a different approach and have one advantage over adults – they are still growing. As a general rule in this case, the aim is to keep the weight stable and allow natural growth to result in a better weight for height balance. This is generally done by reducing 'junk' food intake and encouraging increased exercise.

CAN I DONATE BLOOD WHILE ON THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET?
Yes – there is nothing in the formula that will affect you or the quality of your blood donation.

I RECENTLY HAD A HEART ATTACK AND HAVE BEEN TOLD TO LOSE WEIGHT. IS THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET SUITABLE FOR ME?

The Dr. Tim's SUCCESS diet is an ideal way to reduce your weight but should not be used within 6 months of a coronary unless medically supervised. The same applies to those who may have had a stroke. Both of these conditions require time for healing to occur but as excessive weight is a risk factoring both conditions, weight reduction is recommended. The added bonus is that the Dr. Tim's SUCCESS Diet is a low fat diet, so for those who have high cholesterol it is ideally suited.

PEOPLE SAY YOU SHOULD LOSE WEIGHT SLOWLY AND IT IS MORE LIKELY TO STAY OFF?

This is usually the opinion of those who don't have a rapid weight loss plan to offer. While you are keen to make progress and motivated, take advantage of that and lose as much weight as you can. After all there is nothing more motivating to continue your diet than to see a rapid result for your effort. Remember also, whether or not you maintain your lower weight depends on whether you exercise and try to break old bad eating habits NOT on how fast the weight was lost.

WILL THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET HAVE ANY EFFECT ON THE "PILL"?
No – the pill will be no less effective.

CAN I HAVE THE MEAL REPLACEMENTS HOT? EG. HOT CHOCOLATE.
Yes, but heat to drinkable temperature only. If you use boiling water the vitamins in the formula may be damaged becoming less effective.

WILL BEING ON THE DIET HARM MY SEX LIFE?
Not at all. Most people say that as they are feeling much healthier and fitter, their sex life improves.

SHOULD I TAKE ANY MULTIVITAMINS, IRON SUPPLEMENTS OR CALCIUM SUPPLEMENTS WHILE ON DR. TIM'S SUCCESS?
No, the Dr. Tim's SUCCESS formula is fortified with all the vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients that are needed to stay healthy.

IF I DEVELOP AN INFECTION SUCH AS A COLD OR THE FLU, SHOULD I CONTINUE WITH THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET?
If you are unwell your body needs to be treated gently while it recovers, so go onto the maintenance program until you are better.

I'VE HAD ATTACK OF GOUT IN THE PAST. WILL THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS PROGRAM BE A PROBLEM FOR ME?

Gout is a condition where the body overproduces a substance called uric acid. Gout can be aggravated by being overweight and weight reduction often helps to restore better uric acid levels in the body.

However, a gout attack can also occur with commencing a weight reduction program due to changes in body chemistry. This can be easily treated with medication and should not be a reason to abandon your effort. In the longer term you will be better off.

CAN DIABETICS USE THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET?
The diet is very suitable for non insulin dependent diabetics under medical supervision. Insulin dependent diabetics, however, are not suitable for this method of weight reduction and need specialist help.

WHY DO SOME PEOPLE EXPERIENCE SLIGHT DIZZINESS AND HEADACHES INITIALLY WHEN THEY START THE DR. TIM'S SUCCESS DIET?
These are fairly common symptoms affecting about 30% of people who go onto the Dr. Tim's SUCCESS diet for the first day or two. You are making a significant change to your eating habits and these symptoms are particularly noticeable in those who have had a high caffeine intake (coffee, cola drinks, chocolate) and are due to toxin withdrawal. Remember to keep up your fluid intake.