{"id":938686,"date":"2026-02-20T09:00:53","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T14:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/scientific-evidence-demonstrates-optavias-metabolic-health-benefits-opening-the-door-to-qualified-hsa-fsa-clients\/"},"modified":"2026-02-20T09:00:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T14:00:53","slug":"scientific-evidence-demonstrates-optavias-metabolic-health-benefits-opening-the-door-to-qualified-hsa-fsa-clients","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/scientific-evidence-demonstrates-optavias-metabolic-health-benefits-opening-the-door-to-qualified-hsa-fsa-clients\/","title":{"rendered":"Scientific Evidence Demonstrates OPTAVIA\u00ae\u2019s Metabolic Health Benefits, Opening the Door to Qualified HSA\/FSA Clients"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>        <!--.bwalignc { text-align: center; list-style-position: inside }\n.bwalignl { text-align: left }\n.bwblockalignl { margin-left: 0px; margin-right: auto }\n.bwcellpmargin { margin-bottom: 0px; 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Clinical Affairs at Medifast. \u201cOur science-backed solutions achieve more than just weight loss \u2014 they improve body composition by reducing visceral fat, preserving lean mass and protecting healthy muscle, which are critical to restoring metabolic balance.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\nUsing the science of Metabolic Synchronization, Medifast plans to launch a new system in 2026 featuring products that incorporate clinically studied ingredients designed to further support metabolic health, marking the next step in the company\u2019s ongoing commitment to providing solutions that adapt to every stage of the health journey.<\/p>\n<table cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"bwtablemarginb bwblockalignl\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bwvertalignt bwpadl0\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"bwcellpmargin bwalignl\"><sup>1<\/sup><i>O\u2019Hearn M et al. Trends and Disparities in Cardiometabolic Health Among U.S. Adults, 1999-2018. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2022; 80(2):138-151. doi:10.1016\/j.jacc.2022.04.046<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bwpadl0 bwvertalignt\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"bwcellpmargin bwalignl\">\n\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bwvertalignt bwpadl0\" rowspan=\"1\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"bwcellpmargin bwalignl\"><sup><i>2<\/i><\/sup><i>In a clinical study, 98% of lean mass was retained and individuals experienced a reduction of 14% visceral adiposity [visceral fat] on the Optimal Weight 5 &amp; 1 Plan\u00ae at 16 weeks. Arterburn LM, et al. Randomized controlled trial assessing two commercial weight loss programs in adults with overweight or obesity. Obes Sci Pract. 2018;5(1):3-14. doi: 10.1002\/osp4.312.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>About Medifast<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.medifastinc.com%2F&amp;esheet=54428829&amp;newsitemid=20260219393923&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Medifast&amp;index=3&amp;md5=dbf94f9b82a8faf5fb9e4d82df396df6\">Medifast<\/a> (NYSE: MED) is the health and wellness company known for its science-backed, coach-guided lifestyle system. Designed to address the challenges of metabolic dysfunction, the company&#8217;s holistic approach integrates personalized plans, scientifically developed products and a framework for sustainable habit creation \u2014 all supported by a dedicated network of independent coaches.<\/p>\n<p>\nDriven to improve metabolic health through advanced science and comprehensive behavioral support, Medifast has introduced Metabolic Synchronization\u2122, a breakthrough science that reverses metabolic dysfunction through targeted metabolic reset. Research demonstrates that the company&#8217;s comprehensive system activates strong and targeted fat burning to enhance metabolic health and body composition by reducing visceral fat, preserving lean mass and protecting muscle integrity.<\/p>\n<p>\nBacked by more than 40 years of clinical heritage, Medifast continues to advance its mission of Lifelong Transformation, Making a Healthy Lifestyle Second Nature\u00ae. For more information, visit <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.MedifastInc.com&amp;esheet=54428829&amp;newsitemid=20260219393923&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.MedifastInc.com&amp;index=4&amp;md5=118e569f9e97aa1fec1ea79bced7d72d\">www.MedifastInc.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=bwnews&amp;sty=20260219393923r1&amp;sid=flmnd&amp;distro=nx&amp;lang=en\" style=\"width:0;height:0\" \/><span class=\"bwct31415\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"mmgallerylink\"><span id=\"mmgallerylink-phrase\">View source version on businesswire.com: <\/span><span id=\"mmgallerylink-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20260219393923\/en\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20260219393923\/en\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\nMedia Contact<br \/>\n<br \/>Jessica Oring, <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"mailto:jessica.oring@medifastinc.com\">jessica.oring@medifastinc.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>KEYWORDS:<\/b> United States North America Maryland<\/p>\n<p><b>INDUSTRY KEYWORDS:<\/b> Research Women Fitness &amp; Nutrition Men Health Insurance Other Health General Health Consumer Health Science<\/p>\n<p><b>MEDIA:<\/b><\/p>\n<table cellpadding=\"3\" cellspacing=\"3\">\n<tr>\n<td><font face=\"Arial\" size=\"2\"><b>Logo<\/b><\/font><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260219393923\/en\/2725343\/3\/MED.MED.IDN_03_Medifast_Logo_CMYK.jpg\" alt=\"Logo\" \/><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><font face=\"Arial\" size=\"2\"><\/font><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Scientific Evidence Demonstrates OPTAVIA\u00ae\u2019s Metabolic Health Benefits, Opening the Door to Qualified HSA\/FSA Clients BALTIMORE&#8211;(BUSINESS WIRE)&#8211; As part of its continued focus on improving metabolic health, Medifast\u00ae (NYSE: MED) today announced that OPTAVIA\u2019s comprehensive metabolic health system is available for reimbursementon select insurance plans using Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). OPTAVIA clients may be able to save up to 40% on program costs by working with their medical provider and insurance administrator to use pre-tax medical funds, offering accessibility for those prioritizing their metabolic health. 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