Medifast Adds Freshly Prepared Brownie to Meal Replacement Line

OWINGS MILLS, Md., Feb. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED), a leading portion-controlled weight-loss program, today announced the launch of Medifast Brownies with real chocolate chips. The new Brownies add to the list of dessert options available on the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan, while also maintaining the nutritional value of Medifast Meals. The Brownies are available for purchase at http://www.choosemedifast.com/.

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"The new Brownie is a heart-healthy dessert item that is low in carbohydrates and full of protein. It allows clients to indulge by having a dessert-like treat while staying completely on the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan," said Lisa M. Davis, Ph.D., PA-C, C.N.S., L.D.N., Vice President of Research and Development, Medifast, Inc. "During Medifast's transition and maintenance phases, the new Brownie makes an excellent alternative to high-calorie, high-fat traditional sweets."

Medifast Brownies are completely interchangeable with other Medifast Meals in the popular Medifast 5 & 1 Plan. The Medifast 5 & 1 Plan allows clients to eat five Medifast Meals and one Lean & Green Meal, consisting of lean protein and non-starchy vegetables, each day.

Medifast's new Brownies are complete, fully fortified Medifast Meals, providing the right balance of fiber, vitamins and minerals, and high-quality protein. The brownies are easily transported and ideal for healthy dieters on the go with minimal preparation time.

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About Medifast:

Medifast (NYSE: MED) is the leading easy-to-use, clinically proven, portion-controlled weight-loss program. Medifast has been recommended by over 20,000 doctors and used by over one million customers since 1980. It is committed to enriching lives by providing innovative choices for lasting health. Medifast programs have been proven effective through studies by major university teaching hospitals. The company sells its products and programs via four unique distribution channels: 1) the web and national call centers, 2) the Take Shape For Life direct-selling division, 3) medically supervised Medifast Weight Control Centers, and 4) a national network of physicians. Medifast was founded in 1980 and is located in Owings Mills, Maryland. For more information, log onto http://www.choosemedifast.com.

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SOURCE Medifast, Inc.