Frequently asked questions
Oour products
1Do You Need to Be Enrolled in at Motivation to Purchase Products?
No
2 Do you have to follow our program to purchase our product?
No
3Do You Need to Want to Lose Weight to Use Our Products?
No
4Do You Have a Promotional Code for My Purchase?
Yes! Code is: Motivation
Get 15% off your order!
5Who Are Your Products For?
Everybody! Weight loss, fitness, weight maintenance and GLP-1!
6Are Your Products Comparable to Ideal Protein Products?
Yes!
7Can I Use Your Products with Another Diet Program?
Yes
8Can I Use Your Products with My Ideal Protein Diet?
Yes
9How Long Does Delivery Take?
2 to 5 days with Purolator all across Canada!
10Can I Follow the Motivation Program While Using GLP-1 Medication?
Yes
11Can I use your protein foods while Using GLP-1 Medication?
Yes! And it’s recommended!
Motivation - The Program
1Why Choose a High-Protein Diet for Weight Loss?
A high-protein diet is one of the most effective ways to lose weight while helping meet your nutritional needs. Easy to follow and highly satisfying, it allows you to enjoy a wide variety of foods while supporting healthy, sustainable weight loss.
When you reduce calories to lose weight, your body naturally uses stored fat for energy. However, without adequate protein, it can also break down muscle tissue.
Protein plays a critical role in maintaining muscle mass, supporting metabolism, preserving strength, and promoting overall health. While the average adult requires approximately 0.8 g of protein per kilogram of body weight, protein needs can increase to 1.2–1.6 g per kilogram during weight loss to help preserve lean muscle mass and support optimal results.
If protein intake is too low, muscle loss may occur, metabolism can slow down, and maintaining weight loss becomes more difficult over time.
A high-protein approach can help:
✓ Preserve lean muscle mass during weight loss
✓ Increase satiety and reduce hunger
✓ Support a healthy metabolism
✓ Maintain energy and strength
✓ Improve long-term weight management
✓ Reduce the risk of weight regain
Many traditional diets fail because they do not provide enough protein to support the body’s needs during weight loss. This can contribute to the well-known “yo-yo effect,” where weight is repeatedly lost and regained, often with a higher proportion of body fat each time.
At Motivation, our programs and premium protein products are designed to help you lose fat while preserving muscle, supporting your health, and achieving long-term success.
2Yo Yo dieting
On the contrary, yo-yo dieting can have positive health effects! The results of a scientific study suggest that the mortality rate of people who make efforts to lose weight — even if they do not maintain the weight loss — is 24% lower compared to those who make no effort to lose weight.
Obesity, much like alcoholism and drug addiction, is often influenced by emotional factors, which may help explain the number of relapses. Every setback can become a learning experience — your past attempts may increase your chances of future success.
3 Protein diets are dangerous?
It is not dangerous if you are supervised by a qualified healthcare professional experienced in this field and if you properly follow the different aspects of your program (recommended portions, water intake, salt intake, etc.).
Being overweight poses a much greater risk to your health.
No deaths have been reported in more than 20 years!
4Are Proteins Good for You?
Absolutely. Protein is essential for healthy weight loss. Without enough protein, dieting can lead to muscle loss, weakness, a slower metabolism, reduced heart muscle strength, and an increased risk of regaining lost weight. During a weight loss program, protein needs may nearly double to help protect muscle mass and support overall health.
Protein also helps increase satiety, keeping you feeling full for at least four hours. Protein supplements do not have miraculous or medicinal properties, and they do not directly cause weight loss. Instead, they help preserve muscle mass, support heart health, maintain skin elasticity, and protect metabolism during weight loss.
Not getting enough protein, however, may negatively impact your health. Protein supplements can be enjoyed as a snack or used as a meal replacement as part of a balanced nutrition plan.
5Can High-Protein Diets Be Harmful to the Kidneys?
No scientific study has demonstrated this.
The program is not considered excessively high in protein, but rather lower in carbohydrates. The amount of protein consumed is generally not excessive compared to a balanced diet. It is referred to as a “protein-based” program because protein is the primary nutrient focus, helping to support muscle mass and satiety during weight loss.
6What are the keys to successful long-term weight maintenance?
After four years, our patients maintain 82% of their weight loss with monthly follow-up support in our clinic.
75% of patients who successfully maintain their weight loss choose to use nutritional supplements as needed.
We observe similar long-term success rates with both low-calorie diets and very-low-calorie diets.
What are the keys to successful long-term weight maintenance?
✓ A behavioral and lifestyle-focused approach
✓ Ongoing monthly follow-up and accountability
Sustainable weight loss is not just about losing weight—it’s about developing the habits, mindset, and support system needed to maintain your results for life.
At Motivation, our coaching programs, nutritional guidance, and high-protein products are designed to help you achieve lasting success and maintain your results long after the weight loss phase is complete.
7 Is it comparable to Ideal protein products?
Yes!
8 I don't wanna be hungry
The less sugar you eat the less hungry you are. Our plan are all designed to be rich in protein and low in carbs.
9There Is No Such Thing as a Physical Weight Loss Plateau
English Translation:
In many cases, small dietary deviations—particularly increased carbohydrate intake—as well as stress can lead to temporary water retention, making it appear as though weight loss has stopped.
Most of the time, the real plateau occurs in the mind rather than in the body. As you begin to lose weight and feel better, motivation can naturally decline, making it easier to drift away from the habits that created your success.
This is where accountability and self-awareness become essential.
Our food journal helps identify small deviations, track progress, and uncover habits that may be slowing your results. By recognizing these patterns early, you can make simple adjustments and continue moving toward your goals.
Breaking Through a Plateau
✓ Track your food intake consistently
✓ Stay focused on your protein goals
✓ Manage stress and prioritize sleep
✓ Maintain healthy daily habits
✓ Seek support and accountability
✓ Focus on long-term progress, not short-term fluctuations
At Motivation, our coaching approach helps you stay motivated, identify obstacles, and maintain momentum so you can achieve lasting success.
10Will I Gain All the Weight Back After a Diet?
Contrary to popular belief, people do not automatically regain twice the weight they lose after dieting. In fact, studies have shown that the likelihood of long-term success often increases with the number of weight-loss attempts, as individuals learn valuable skills and strategies from each experience.
When carbohydrates are reintroduced into the diet, insulin levels naturally rise. This causes the kidneys to retain more water, which can result in a temporary increase in weight. In many cases, this water retention is similar to the amount of weight that was lost rapidly during the first weeks of a weight-loss program.
Additionally, the body’s metabolism typically requires four to six weeks to fully adapt to a new body weight. This is why a structured transition phase is essential for long-term success.
The Real Cause of Weight Regain
One of the biggest reasons people regain weight after a diet is frustration caused by feelings of deprivation and restriction. When a program feels too difficult or unsustainable, it becomes much harder to maintain healthy habits over time.
That’s why successful weight management is about more than just nutrition—it also requires motivation, support, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
At Motivation, we provide the tools, coaching, and behavioral strategies needed to help you overcome these challenges, maintain motivation, and achieve lasting results.
12Will Weight Loss Cause More Wrinkles?
It is true that losing weight may make certain facial expression lines more noticeable. However, most people also appear healthier, more vibrant, and often younger after reaching a healthier weight.
Maintaining adequate protein intake during weight loss is important because protein helps support muscle mass and contributes to skin health and elasticity.
In most cases, the skin gradually adapts to the body’s new shape over time. Within two to three months after weight loss, the skin often settles naturally, and facial features may appear softer and less drawn.
Support Healthy Weight Loss and Skin Health
✓ Consume adequate protein daily
✓ Stay well hydrated
✓ Follow a balanced nutrition plan
✓ Aim for steady, sustainable weight loss
✓ Maintain muscle mass through proper nutrition and activity
At Motivation, our high-protein nutrition programs are designed to help you lose weight while supporting muscle preservation, skin health, and overall well-being throughout your journey.
13Je ne veux pas suivre un régime, j’aimerais plutôt prendre des médicaments pour maigrir
La pilule miracle ou les poudres magiques n’existent pas encore. Un médicament ne fera rien seul. Il ne remplacera en aucun cas votre régime et votre motivation à vouloir changer vos comportements. Pensez-vous réellement prendre un médicament toute votre vie ? Pensez-y, vous feriez mieux de régler le problème à la base et vivre une vie beaucoup plus saine. Nous pouvons vous aider.
14Je ne maigris pas, pourtant je ne mange presque rien
Des études récentes prouvent que les gens sous-estiment en moyenne leur consommation de 1050 calories par jour. En moyenne, les femmes qui ont un surplus de poids sous-estiment leur consommation de calories de plus de 620 calories par jour.
Si vous réduisez votre apport en calories, vous pouvez perdre du poids. Vous avez besoin d’un bon entraîneur.
15Je ne maigris pas, pourtant je fais plein d'exercice
Les nutriments
1Les protéines, c'est bon?
Tout à fait. C’est indispensable pour maigrir en santé. Sans protéine, le régime provoque une perte de muscles, crée un état de faiblesse, ralentit le métabolisme, amincit le coeur et favorise une reprise du poids perdu. En cure d’amaigrissement, le besoin en protéines pour demeurer en bonne santé et protéger sa masse musculaire peut jusqu’à doubler.
Les protéines ont la propriété de provoquer la satiété pendant au moins quatre heures. Les suppléments protéinés sont sans propriété miraculeuse ou médicamenteuse et ils ne font pas maigrir. Ils aident à maintenir la masse musculaire, le coeur, la peau et le métabolisme. Au contraire, ne pas prendre suffisamment de protéines est dangereux pour la santé. Les suppléments protéinés peuvent être pris comme collation ou en remplacement d’un repas.
2Les protéines c'est fait avec de la viande?
Les suppléments protéinés sont faits à partir de protéines de lait et/ou de soja desquelles on a, en bonne partie, enlevé les sucres et le gras.
3Le sel, faut-il vraiment que j'en prenne?
Le sel est nécessaire lorsque vous suivez un régime spécial. L’ajout de sel sert à remplacer le sel que vous retrouveriez normalement dans un menu de maintien.Trop peu de sel peut causer de la fatigue et un manque d’énergie. Ces symptômes sont souvent faussement associés à un manque de sucre ou d’aliments.
Le sel ne fait pas engraisser.
4Et l'eau, ça fait maigrir?
Il dicte le nombre de calories qu’une personne, au repos complet, doit consommer pour maintenir son poids.
Ce nombre de calories est déterminé en fonction de la masse musculaire et osseuse de la personne.
5C'est quoi le métabolisme?
C’est la dépense d’énergie quotidienne. Le questionnaire Poids MentalMD mesure votre DEQ et vous indique le nombre de calories que vous consommez par jour pour maintenir votre poids actuel.
Lien vers le Poids Mental
6Les aliments "légers", ils sont vraiment légers?
Les aliments qui sont dits légers contiennent souvent des sucres ajoutés tels que sucrose, fructose, saccharose, sorbitol, xylitol et mannitol.
Du pain sans sucre n’existe pas, car lorsque la farine du pain est digérée, cela crée du sucre. Il faut plutôt comprendre sans sucre ajouté.
Il faut également surveiller le nombre de calories. Vérifiez les indications nutritionnelles.
7Et les produits laitiers?
Le lait glacé contient le même nombre de calories que la crème glacée, car le gras enlevé a été remplacé par du sucre.
Dans le lait, il y a du sucre, soit le lactose qui contient des calories.
Dans les régimes à basses calories, les portions de produits laitiers sont restreintes, car elles possèdent trop de glucides. Les suppléments protéinés sont une bonne source de calcium.
