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Important Guidance: Why a VLCD Is Not Suitable During PregnancyUpdated 7 hours ago

šŸ‘¶ Important Guidance: Why a VLCD Is Not Suitable During Pregnancy

First of all,Ā congratulations if you are pregnant! šŸŽ‰šŸ’•
This is such a special time, and we are truly excited for you.

At The New You Plan, your health and safety are always our top priority. While our plan is a fantastic way to achieve weight loss goals, it is not suitable during pregnancy. Here’s why:


🚫 Vitamin A and Pregnancy
Our products are carefully formulated to meet the nutritional needs of people on a Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD). This includes higher levels of Vitamin A.

While Vitamin A is essential for many functions in the body, too much Vitamin A during pregnancy can be harmful. High levels have been linked to risks of birth defects, especially during early pregnancy.

ā— For this reason, our products are not safe for use during pregnancy.


āš–ļø Your Nutritional Needs Change During Pregnancy
When you are expecting, your body needs extra energy, calories and nutrients to support your baby’s healthy development.

A VLCD is not designed to meet these increased needs and should not be followed while pregnant.

āœ… It is important to follow a pregnancy-safe, balanced diet, with guidance from your midwife or healthcare provider.


šŸ‘©ā€āš•ļø What to Do If You Become Pregnant While on Plan

If you discover that you are pregnant during your New You journey:

  1. Stop the plan immediately
  2. Speak with your GP or midwife for support on a healthy pregnancy diet
  3. Contact our Customer Team if you need help pausing your plan or have any questions

We are here to help in any way we can.


šŸ’› We Are Here for You
This is such an exciting new chapter and we truly wish you happiness, health and joy throughout your pregnancy.

If you have any questions or would like to speak with a member of our team, please do not hesitate to reach out.

šŸ“§ Email us: [email protected]
šŸ“ž Call us: 028 3833 0720

Congratulations again — we are sending lots of love and best wishes your way! šŸ„°šŸŽ‰

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