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What is Vida180?

Unlike many programs, Vida180 is not a fad diet, quick fix, or hyper-restrictive, unstainable plan. Developed in Europe and certified by the German healthcare system, Vida180 is a science-based program that complies with the latest guidelines of the DGE, the prestigious German Nutritional Institute. Our program is backed by hard data and an esteemed scientific committee of 31 research scientists and over 4,000 registered dietitians.

In short, Vida180 promotes healthy eating and moderation throughout the day through a personalized meal plan. We generally recommend you eat a total of three main meals and two snacks per day to keep your blood sugar levels stable.

With our ideal combination of nutrients and recommended portions, your body will naturally gravitate to its leaner, optimal size. Exercise can accelerate your results. But since rigorous exercise programs can present a serious challenge, especially for people with busy lifestyles, they’re not essential to see results.

Can I eat everything included in my meal plan?

Yes. All the foods in your meal plan will be added to the calorie calculation. The highest amount will not exceed your calorie level.

Where can I find my meal plan?

To find your personalized meal plan, click the “My Mealplan” tab on the Vida180 website. Here, you’ll also find menus, a shopping list, and other exclusive resources. You can edit and print your meal plan and shopping list as often as you’d like.

How can I change my food profile?

To customize your meal plan to your own preferences (e.g. a low-salt diet, vegetarian, etc.), choose the tab “My Account” and click on “Nutritional Profile.” Then, click on the appropriate boxes to choose or eliminate specific items. Click “Next” (at the bottom of the page) and your meal plan will be adjusted!

I’ve heard you should only eat three meals a day. Is that true?

There is no definitive rule as it depends on the individual’s habits. If you’re used to eating snacks, continue to do so. Otherwise, you’ll feel hungry and may end up eating more at the next main meal than normal. If you’re accustomed to eating only 3 meals a day, stick to that routine. However, you may eat snacks with the meals (e.g. as a dessert), especially if they are filled with protein.

Will I have enough time to make the Vida180 recipes for lunch if I have a busy work schedule?

While working, it’s especially easy to give in to hunger and cravings by snacking on unhealthy foods purchased from vending machines and/or fast food. With the Vida180 personalized meal plan, you’ll learn how to make healthy choices, prepare nutritious meals in advance, and ward off unhealthy temptations. It won’t be long before healthy eating becomes second nature for you.

Since your meal plan is always accessible online, it’s ideal for busy professionals. We offer no shortage of tips and tricks to help you prepare your meals in advance. You’ll be able to swap recipes that may be difficult to prepare at work for simple alternatives you can pack ahead of time. You can also prepare multiple portions of your dinner and take the leftovers to work for lunch.

Can I become a Vida180 member even if I live outside of the U.S.?

You do not have to live in the U.S. to take advantage of our program. As long as you speak English, it’s a great option.

Why should I use the forum?

The reality is that weight loss is strenuous and sometimes, stressful. That’s why support from third-parties via our forum is essential and serves as a crucial psychological element of our weight loss program. Our forum can help you stick to your diet and maintain your results.

By being active on it, you can meet and get to know others who are also working towards a healthier lifestyle. You’ll be able to read their triumphs and setbacks and feel supported in your journey to a better, leaner, healthier you.

How can I access the forum?

Simply login with your username and password.

Time Saving Tips

Here are a few suggestions to save time when preparing meals:

If you cook rice, pasta, or potatoes, make double the portion and plan a dish made from these ingredients for the next few days.
You can double the recipe and eat it for the next meal. Lunch and dinner are exchangeable in this meal plan.
Replace complicated meals with easier recipes by using the “replace” button located to the right of each meal.

How to Print Your Meal Plan

You can use the print function to get a summary of recipes and preparations for a certain time period.

Find the print button on the right in the menu under the button “Print meal plan.”

First, select the desired period. Then you can “view” or “print” the meal plan. You can view and print your meal plan up to ten days in advance.

Please be patient as the system loads your plan.

How to Add Your Own Recipes

To add your own recipe, please go to “My Recipes” in the menu bar.

Then click on “Insert New Recipe” (in the middle below the search bar).

Fill in all the fields you can:

Recipe name
Picture (optional)
To enter the ingredients, please click in the search field for the first ingredient, for example, milk. You will see all the ingredients and products that have the search term in their name. Select the desired ingredient by clicking on it.
Then set the desired amount and continue with the other ingredients of your recipe in the same way.

When you have all the ingredients, go down to “Preparation” and write down what you need to do to prepare the recipe. Below you can make your selection for allocation.

Click the orange “Save” button at the bottom right. Your recipe is now stored in the list of “My Recipes.”

To add your recipe to the meal plan, go to the replace button and select “My Recipes.”

Please note the total of your calories for this diet day and compare this with your calorie requirement.

Weight Check

To enter your current weight, please go to “Menu” and then “My Progress” and enter your weight. Then click on the “Submit” button, and your entry will be saved. We recommend entering your weight once a week.

To Save a Recipe in Favorites

If you like a meal, click the thumbs-up button to save it in your personal favorites list. You can then easily add it back to your meal plan later using the replace function.

Thumbs down

If you don’t like a meal, you can mark it with the “thumbs down” symbol. We will then not put this meal on your meal plan again. This function will then take effect for the selected recipe from day 11 of your plan because the plan is already ready for the next ten days.

If you see the recipe again in your plan, you can exchange it.

Repeat a recipe

If you want to save time and money by cooking the same recipes throughout the week, use the “Repeat” function.

On the desktop, this is indicated by the arrow pointing to the left.: ⤿
On mobile, click on “Customize” and then on “Repeat the Message.”
Then, select the days on which the recipe should be scheduled. The other dishes are adapted to the calorie requirement accordingly.

Replace Dishes, Delete and Add Food

If you don’t like a dish that is on the menu, you can exchange it for something else. You can do this by using the “replace function,” which is on the computer on the right in the menu (two arrows turned against each other), mobile via “Adjust,” and then “Replace.”

If you click on this, you can trade the recipe for another meal. You can choose from our big recipe database. You don’t have to watch the calories closely. Only the recipes from the database that match your number of calculated calories are suggested for selection.

To replace individual foods of the recipe shown on your menu, click on “show more.” The list of ingredients then opens. Here, with a click on the food, you can either change the quantity, delete the food or replace it with another food from the database.

Be careful about the calories. Replacing certain foods with others can change the number of calories in your meal.

Cancellation terms and conditions

If you sign up for the meal plan program, your credit card will be charged right away, and it will automatically renew each month, based on the billing cycle you choose when you sign up until you cancel your membership.

30-day money-back guarantee

You may cancel your membership by sending an email to service@vida180.com. If you cancel within the first 30 days, your payment will be refunded.

Cancellation After the First 30 Days

You may cancel your membership here or by sending an email to service@vida180.com. Your membership will be canceled at the end of your effective billing cycle or program term.

If you are on a quarterly or six-month program and cancel your membership before the end of the billing cycle, your credit card will be charged a pro-rated fee based on the date of cancellation. You will not be charged for time on your membership left unused.

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