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Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program
About Ideal Protein
The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method is a low carbohydrate, moderate protein, 4-phase protocol that includes meal replacement products and dieter-provided meats and vegetables.
Included in the program:
- Weekly one-on-one coaching
- High-quality, great-tasting foods
- Daily, specific educational videos
- Access to cooking videos & recipes
- Supervision by a licensed healthcare provider
- Option to share results with your doctor
- Continued coaching after weight loss
Where is the service offered?
- Mandeville
- Slidell
- Covington
Can anyone participate?
Yes, but some health conditions can restrict participation or may require consent from your health care provider. Participants are asked to complete a health profile prior to their first appointment to determine if you are a candidate.
How will I benefit from this program?
- Persons with diabetes improve blood sugars and use less medicine
- High blood pressure improves with weight loss
- Body composition changes – more lean mass, less fat – looser clothes
- Lower cholesterol and triglycerides
- Improved symptoms of gastric reflux and been reported
- Support for a low carb lifestyle for a lifetime of health
What does this program offer me?
Our staff consists of registered dietitians, dietetic technicians and personal trainers who will provide education and health coaching throughout your program. Each phase of the Ideal Protein program includes a structured meal pattern that is supported by the Ideal Protein products. Each week you will meet with your health coach.
What happens at these weekly meetings?
- An individual session with your health coach for education and support
- A review of the daily food journal and discussion of situations that have affected your success – good or bad
- Measurements are taken: weight, body measurements, percent of body fat versus lean mass
- A plan for success for the next week
Does insurance cover Ideal Protein?
Unfortunately no, insurance plans do not cover food products. Payment is by credit or debit card.
- Initial fee: $325.00. This includes a one-time registration fee, 28 Ideal Protein products and your 1st month of vitamin-mineral supplements
- Phase 1 weekly food cost (21 products): approx $12.70 per day or $89.00 (+tax)
- Phase 2 weekly food cost (14 products): approx $8.50 per day or $59.00
- Phase 3 weekly food cost (7 products): approx $4.25 per day or $29.00
- Phase 4 weekly food cost: $0 (purchase of product is not required)
- Monthly vitamin supply cost: varies
- Monthly BCA fee beginning 3rd month: $15.00
Slidell
Location: Ochsner Specialty Health Center One – Slidell, 1850 East Gause Boulevard, Suite 303, Slidell, LA 70461
Hours: The Slidell clinic is open Monday through Saturday by appointment. We make every effort to meet the schedule needs of our dieters.
How do I participate in this program?
For more information or to schedule an appointment to visit our center, call 985-898-7255. We would love to show you around. If you are ready to join us, complete this health profile and coach’s contract and return it to our clinic by fax, email or mail. We will review your profile and give you a call.
- Mail: 1850 East Gause Boulevard, Suite 303, Slidell, LA 70461
- Phone: 985-898-7255
- Fax: 985-898-7261
- Email: IdealSlidell@Ochsner.org
Patient Profile
Lindey Lodrigues lost 70 pounds at our Slidell location.
"I feel healed! Body, soul, mind & spirit! Thank you!"
Mandeville
Location: Ochsner Health Center – East Causeway Approach, 3235 E. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70448
Hours: Mandeville services are offered Tuesdays and Fridays by appointment. We make every effort to meet the schedule needs of our dieters.
How do I participate in this program?
For more information or to schedule an appointment with a health coach, call 985-898-7255. If you are ready to join us, complete this health profile and coach’s contract and return it to our clinic by fax or email. We will review your profile and give you a call.
- Phone: 985-898-7255
- Email: IdealMandeville@Ochsner.org
- Fax: 985-898-7261
Covington
Location: Ochsner Health Center – Covington, 1000 Ochsner Boulevard, Covington, LA 70433
Hours: Covington services are offered Tuesdays and Fridays by appointment. We make every effort to meet the schedule needs of our dieters.
How do I participate in this program?
For more information or to schedule an appointment with a health coach, call 985-898-7255. If you are ready to join us, complete this health profile and coach’s contract and return it to our clinic by fax or email. We will review your profile and give you a call.
- Phone: 985-898-7255
- Email: IdealCovington@Ochsner.org
- Fax: 985-898-7261
