FAQs

What is Glycemic Index?

Glycemic index is a commonly used measure indicating how soon the carbohydrates in food are converted into glucose. Sugar, for example, has a highest possible Glycemic index of 100 indicating that it is instantly converted and absorbed into the blood stream as glucose. All other foods have Glycemic Index values ranging from 0-100. Refined and processed foods like white bread, white rice and sugary foods tend to have higher glycemic index while whole grain foods and foods with less processing like brown bread, unpolished rice etc. have a lower glycemic index and keep you fuller for longer.

What is soluble fiber?

Soluble fiber is a complex carbohydrate that is not digested or absorbed by the body. Instead, it acts as a prebiotic, the bacteria in the intestine feed off the soluble fiber. Soluble fiber undergoes fermentation in the intestine yielding end-products like short-chain fatty acids that are beneficial in preventing a number of diseases including diabetes and even cancer. It is also important in maintaining healthy levels of cholesterol in the body. Soluble fiber is present in various fruits, vegetables, seeds and nuts. Sources with high content of soluble fiber include fenugreek, fruit pectin and oat bran. Soluble fiber plays a role in satiety and keeping you full after your meals

What's the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber?

Dietary fiber is the indigestible part of plant foods that helps in moving food through the digestive system along with absorbing water and easing defecation. Dietary fiber is of two types - soluble and insoluble fiber. Insoluble fiber is insoluble in water and helps in adding bulk as well as promoting bowel movements. Soluble fiber is soluble in water and helps in slowing down the movement of food from the stomach to the intestines, thereby giving a feeling of fullness for longer. A combination of both types of fiber is essential in the diet. Sources of mixed fiber include unrefined cereals (oats, whole wheat, brown rice), peas and beans. It is recommended that adults should consume at least 25 g of fiber per day.

I am a diabetic - can I take Getrim?

Getrim is absolutely safe for diabetics to use. Firstly, Getrim has no added sugar. Also, the carbohydrates in Getrim are complex carbohydrates. These carbohydrates are digested slowly by the body, ensuring that there is no sudden increase in blood sugar levels after taking Getrim. Getrim contains no trans fats or any such substance that is harmful to them.

Is Getrim suitable for pregnant women and children?

Pregnant women and children should consult their physicians before considering weight-loss programs.

Is Getrim suitable for people with lactose-intolerance?

Getrim contains some added skimmed milk powder. People with mild lactose intolerance can take the product with soya-milk or yoghurt. People with severe lactose intolerance should not consume Getrim since the product contains some milk.

How can I determine which diet is right for me?

The right diet is one is that is healthy, calorie-adjusted to your specific needs and is easy to prepare and adhere to. It should fit into your lifestyle with ease. The major factors to take into account are your specific dietary needs and level of physical activity. In general, having 5 to 6 small meals per day is more beneficial than having 2 or 3 heavy meals a day. Be sure to take plenty of fruits, vegetables and water.

How can I buy Getrim?

Getrim is currently available in retail outlets in most of the major metros and towns in India. Please Click here to check our store locator to locate a store close to you.

How many flavours is Getrim available in?

Getrim is available in 3 tasty flavors - Chocolate Mocha, Strawberry Cream and French Vanilla.

The product sounds like a gimmick promising weight loss. How does it really work?

Weight loss is possible only when a person can make a change in lifestyle. The switch to a healthier lifestyle includes eating healthy and calorie controlled meals and getting regular exercise. For people considering such a healthy lifestyle in order to achieve weight loss, Getrim serves as an aid which makes it easy to control ones calories without hunger. Simply taking Getrim in addition to food and getting no exercise will not result in any weight loss.

Are herbal pills and medicines that promise instant weight loss effective?

There is no such thing as instantaneous weight loss. Like all good things in life, weight loss can only be achieved by working towards a healthier lifestyle. Nutritionists the world over agree that regular exercise and diet control is the only way to achieve long lasting results. Pills and powders that claim to provide instantaneous and dramatic weight loss are not only ineffective but can also be dangerous to one's health.

How does Getrim keep me full for up to 4 hours?

Getrim contains 5 gm of pure soluble fiber. Soluble fiber is a type of indigestible carbohydrate that slows down the digestion of food and gives you a feeling of fullness. The source of soluble fiber in Getrim is from fenugreek and oats. The other carbohydrates present in Getrim are all complex carbohydrates. These carbohydrates take a longer time to be digested and release glucose into the blood at a slow, steady rate. Both these contribute to keeping one full for up to 4 hours.

What weight can I realistically expect to lose if I take Getrim?

When you take Getrim instead of a meal, you can cut down or limit your calorie intake by up to 500 calories. This adds up to a saving of 3500 calories a week. This 3500 calories amounts to a fat store of half a kg of body fat. Hence, it is possible to lose 2 kg each month by taking Getrim once a day. If you take Getrim twice a day as part of a five-meals-per-day plan and also get regular exercise, then it is possible to lose 2-4 kg a month. A weight loss of more than 3-4 kg a month is unhealthy and generally not recommended.

What about exercise?

Exercise is very important not just for weight loss but for overall health. For a person who is interested in weight loss and considering a switch to a healthier lifestyle, exercising at least 30 minutes a day is important.

Is Getrim recommended by nutritionists?

Getrim has been recommended by nutritionists in India for over 2 years. Nutritionists prefer to include Getrim as part of a diet plan which includes the intake of healthy foods and doing regular exercise.

Does Getrim contain any appetite suppressing herbs or drugs?

Getrim is a completely safe and natural product that does not contain any appetite suppressing herbs or drugs. All the ingredients in this product have been derived from natural sources except for some permitted colors and flavors.

Are there studies to prove that meal-replacements are effective?

One study by Heymsfield SB et.al. published in the International Journal of Obesity 2003 has shown that patients who used meal replacements as part of their weight loss plan lost more weight in the short-term and found it easier to maintain their weight in the long term than people who did not use meal replacements. (Heymsfield SB, van Mierlo CAJ, van der Knaap HCM, Heo M, Frier HI. Weight management using a meal replacement strategy: Meta and pooling analysis from six studies. Int J Obes. 2003;27:537-549.) The results of the above study were also found to be true for obese people as well as people with diabetes as shown in two separate studies published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 1999 and Obesity Research 2001. (Ditschuneit HH, Flechtner-Mors M, Johnson TD, Adler G. Metabolic and weight-loss effects of a longterm dietary intervention in obese patients. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 1999;69:198-204.) (Yip I, Go VLW, DeShields S, et al. Liquid meal replacements and glycemic control in obese type 2 diabetes patients. Obesity Research 2001;9:341S-347S.)

Do dietitians and nutritionists approve of meal-replacements?

The use of meal-replacements is well-accepted the world over. Because of the numerous brands of meal-replacements available in the west, European and American food authorities have even defined it specifically and set guidelines for it.

What is the company that makes Getrim?

Getrim is made by Nouveau Dietetique, a Chennai based company committed to making healthy foods for the benefit of Indians. With India soon becoming the diabetic capital of the world, there is a need for healthy options so that people considering a healthy lifestyle can have the option of choosing tasty and healthy foods. Click here to know more about Nouveau Dietetique

What other products does the company make?

Our umbrella brand name is Satva which stands for food that nourishes the body and mind. Our first product is Satva Choco de-lite, a 60% dark chocolate that contains heart friendly antioxidants. Satva Choco de-lite comes in 3 flavors - premium, orange and vanilla and is available in Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. Please check www.satvafood.com  for more details.