What helps the programme keep your calorie intake moderate?

It is important to understand that what works here is not a single “active” component but the whole structure of the menu. It is based on small portions and frequent meals, which make it easier to keep the day's energy intake moderate, while the hot dishes help you avoid giving in to spontaneous snacking.

In addition, a number of the products contain components familiar from balanced eating plans:

• Dietary fibre increases the volume of the stomach contents and helps you feel full for longer.
• Pectin is a soluble fibre that forms a soft gel in water; it is valued in eating programmes with restricted fat.
• Beta-glucan is a soluble fibre from cereals that is included in diets aimed at paying closer attention to cholesterol levels.
• Chlorogenic acids from the green coffee in the cappuccino drink are compounds often added to products for calorie control.

To make the menu fresher and more filling, you can add fresh vegetables and herbs if you wish — with a total energy value of up to 500 kcal per day. The programme works best as part of a sensible approach to food and lifestyle, not on its own.