My Take on FEED: The Truth About These Meals and the Weight Loss Program! [2024]

When you don't have time to cook, do you also reluctantly settle for a sandwich? Or perhaps you go for an overpriced meal delivery that you wish you could save on?

Today, I'm introducing you to a solution that has changed my daily routine over the past few months: it's called Feed! Perhaps you've heard of it before? These meal replacements are well-known for their convenience and quality. I've placed several orders in recent months, and I’ll share what I think of it!

What is a Feed?

💖 I Loved It

• The taste of the bars (especially sesame-chocolate),
• Their convenience and time-saving aspect,
• The feeling of satisfaction,
• The effectiveness of the 15-day weight loss programme,
• The subscription system,
• The ability to discover and taste the products at my pharmacy.

❌ I liked it less

• Meals in the form of a drink, which are less convenient and have a stronger taste,
• The high price of snacks,
• I couldn't find out where the bars and drinks are made.

How does Feed work?

Behind Feed lies the desire to offer complete and balanced snacks, ready to eat, that allow you to replace a meal without compromising your health. These are products you can order directly from the website.

If you’d like to sample the meals before committing to a full order, there are tasting packs available. You can also find a retailer near you.

Feed offers meals in the form of drinks or snacks. They have a variety of ranges available:

• Classic, traditional meals that cater to everyone,
• Light, for those aiming for a weight loss goal,
• Sport, featuring high-protein options.

How to Save Money with the Feed Subscription?

When you visit the Feed website, you do have the option to purchase products individually. However, whenever you add a meal to your cart, you are consistently offered a subscription. Is it really worthwhile?

Firstly, it's important to know that this subscription involves no commitment at all. It's simply about choosing the frequency at which you want to receive a specific product. This can be:

• Every month,
• Every two months,
• Every three months.

Next, the subscription gives you 15% off your product. For example, if you want to receive 6 Vanilla Chocolate bars per month, you'll pay R 19.51 instead of R 22.95 without a subscription, which means you almost get one bar for free!

Source: Feed.co

Why choose Feed meals instead of regular meals?

Before discovering Feed, when I needed a quick lunch, I often bought a sandwich or had a meal delivered. So why didn’t I just stick with that?

By having meals that weren't really balanced, I've gradually noticed the impact on my daily life:

• Weight gain,
• Severe afternoon fatigue after eating,
• Blood pressure issues,
• Digestive problems,
• Emergence of deficiencies in my blood tests...

So, in the hope of finding a better solution for health, I started testing Feed!

Source: Feed.co

The difference that Feed has made for me is being able to enjoy balanced and light meals. This had an immediate effect: after my lunch break, I no longer felt the need for a nap for several hours. I've become more efficient, which has allowed me to complete tasks more quickly.

As a freelancer, it's essential for me to stay fit and focused throughout the day. Feed has truly changed my daily routine in this regard!

Beverage or bar, what's the difference?

When I placed my first order on Feed, I tried both the Original and Light ranges of drinks and bars. Here’s what you need to know about these two formats.

Feed Drinks: A Liquid Version That Reminds You of Protein Shakes

Source: Feed.co

The drinks are made in a shaker provided by Feed, or you can use your own shaker. It takes just 30 seconds! Simply pour 300ml of water into the shaker, then add three scoops of Feed powder. After that, shake it for a few moments and it's ready to drink!

🥕 Feed offers a variety of sweet flavours (chocolate, vanilla, red fruits...), as well as flavours that are more savory, such as Vegetables and Tomatoes, which are not available in bars. If you want a meal with these flavours, you'll need to opt for the drink preparations.

Source: Feed.co

👉 If you prefer not to prepare it yourself, there are ready-to-drink meals available that are a bit pricier but save you the hassle of mixing.

Source : Feed.co

Bars, a delicious biscuit that can replace an entire meal!

The start-up Feed has been offering bars for several years now that look like cereal bars. Similar to drinks, one bar is equivalent to a complete and balanced meal.

The bars are a little more expensive than the drinks, but they are ready to consume.

Source: Feed.co

What did I prefer between the bars and the drinks?

Initially, I honestly thought I would prefer the drinks, as they felt more like having soup, which reminded me of a proper meal. However, after trying them out, I ended up preferring the bars, as they provided a better sense of fullness and didn't feel as heavy in my stomach.

👉 In my opinion, the best approach is to try both and determine what best suits your tastes, habits, and needs! For this, the discovery pack at R21.90 offered by Feed is truly ideal.

Source: Feed.co

When to Take Feed?

It is not advisable to rely solely on Feed meals for nutrition. However, substitutes can be consumed quite regularly, as the recommended regimen during programmes is two Feed meals per day and one regular meal.

Feed is convenient in that you can distribute your intake however you like. For instance, if you feel like having a bar for breakfast and at lunch, that's absolutely doable.

Feed offers you snacks that you can enjoy whenever you have a bit of a munchies:

Source: Feed.co

Is Feed Eco-Friendly?

As an innovative start-up, Feed stands out with its environmental commitments, which are detailed on its website and social media. Three main areas emerge:

• Quality control of ingredients, featuring 100% plant-based and sustainable products.
• Water conservation: Producing plant proteins requires significantly less water than livestock farming. By consuming 1000 Feed meals, over a million litres of water can be saved!
• Recycling, including:
• recyclable and recycled packaging materials sourced from sustainably managed forests,
• minimisation of packaging where possible,
• the "Imprim'vert" certification for partner printers (using environmentally friendly inks, reducing waste...).

Source: Feed.co

Is Feed Vegan? Gluten-Free? Halal?

The aim of Feed is to provide convenient and healthy meals for everyone. All Feed products are therefore vegan and gluten-free. They are designed to be easy to digest and are made without GMOs.

Source: Cuure.com

However, Feed products are neither Halal nor Kosher. As they are vegan, they may still be suitable for those who follow these dietary practices.

👉 In any case, I really appreciated being able to check the exact ingredients of each meal from its product page on the website. This makes it easy to see if it suits us, especially if we have any allergies!

Can I consume Feed if I am diabetic?

Feed products are designed to be suitable for individuals with diabetes, featuring a low glycaemic index between 22 and 30. However, I recommend you consult your doctor before trying Feed meals to ensure that they are appropriate for you!

What are the available delivery options with Feed? 🚛

In mainland France, you can have your meals delivered to you:

• at home or at work, within 3 to 4 working days with Colissimo,
• at a Mondial Relay pick-up point, in the same timeframe,
• express delivery with Chronopost: they will arrive within 48 hours!

🌍 For deliveries to the rest of Europe, it will take between 6 and 10 working days.

Is Feed harmful to health?

To address this question, let's turn to the experts! Here’s a report of under 5 minutes that was aired on the show "La Quotidienne" on France 5, focusing on food substitutes, especially Feed:

In this post, we share a testimonial from a Feed customer, as well as an in-depth look at how our products are made, and importantly, insights from a registered dietitian!

👩‍⚕️ This doctor confirms that the freeze-drying technique used to create Feed products helps to preserve the nutritional value of food. Although it's not recommended to rely solely on Feed meals (as it's important to continue chewing solid foods and maintain a normal caloric intake!), there is no harm in consuming them fairly regularly if you are in good health!

What is the price of Feed meals? 💰

Here is the unit price of Feed products by category:

🤑 If you subscribe, you'll enjoy a 15% discount on these prices! Here are the rates that will be reserved for you:

• Meal bar: R60.00
• Original or Light meal drink (to prepare): R50.00
• Ready-to-drink Original meal beverage: R75.00
• Sport meal drink (to prepare): R58.00

What does delivery cost at Feed? 🚛

Delivery is free on orders over R1,470. Otherwise, the prices that apply in France are:

• R 7.90 for Colissimo delivery,
• R 6.90 for delivery to a Mondial Relay collection point,
• R 11.90 for super fast delivery in 48 hours with Chronopost!

Source: Feed.co

What payment methods does Feed accept? 💳

Feed accepts a variety of payment methods, including:

• The blue card, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Maestro,
• PayPal,
• Foreign payment methods: Giropay, Sofort Banking, iDEAL, Bancontact...

Is it possible to pay for my Feed order in instalments?

You can pay in three instalments starting from R1,800. Feed partners with the micro-lending company Alma, which handles the management of this payment option.

Does Feed help with weight loss?

The Feed products from the Original and Sport ranges are not designed to help you lose weight. To achieve this goal, you should consider the Feed Light products, or even the weight loss program offered by the brand.

How do Feed Light products help with weight loss?

In this range, you'll find what has made classic meals successful: convenient meal bars and meal replacement drinks that you prepare in a shaker. To assist you in losing weight, these meals are specially formulated to be low in calories.

They are also rich in fibre and protein, which helps to boost your digestion and provide everything you need on a daily basis.

Source: Feed.co

They also have a secret ingredient: Konjac! This is a root that has a strong appetite-suppressing effect and helps retain water in the stomach.

🍫 Each Feed Light bar contains less than 250 kcal and only 8 grams of sugar! That's even less than most fruit! They also provide essential vitamins and minerals to help keep you healthy!

How does the Feed weight loss programme work?

Cure offers you 3 different durations of treatment, to choose from depending on your goal:

Source: Feed.co

The idea is to replace two meals a day, of your choice, with Feed meals. The third meal should be balanced and low in calories for it to be effective.

👉I tested the weight loss plan for 16 days with 32 meals last month because I had gained a bit of weight and wanted to give it a try. I was quite pleased with the selection of bars! Personally, I had a Feed meal in the morning and another one at lunch, with a light meal in the evening, consisting of soup or vegetables. I lost 4 kilograms and almost a clothing size in just over two weeks: I'm really happy!

What is the cost of a weight loss programme?

The cost of treatments varies depending on their duration:

🤑 The "savings made" column shows you the money you save by opting for a subscription plan instead of purchasing the products individually from the Feed website.

Can I give a Feed gift card? 🎁

At the moment, it doesn't seem like there's a gift card option available on the site! Feel free to check if this has changed since this article was published, as that would be a pity!

What Do Customers Think of Feed? Check Out Their Reviews!

To determine if Feed is what you're looking for, there's nothing better than reading customer reviews thoroughly. To save you time, I've already done this research, and I'm summarising the key points for you.

About the Feed Review Tool

On its website, Feed encourages its clients to leave ratings along with comments. The review platform seems quite impartial, as it features both positive and negative feedback.

There are a substantial number of reviews: 3268 reviews to date, providing a fairly comprehensive overview of what customers think about Feed products.

Source: Feed.co

It’s evident that there are still over 70% of reviews that are 5 stars, which is really encouraging! That means more than 7 out of 10 people are very satisfied!

💚 Feed customers have loved:

• The flavour of Feed meals, especially the bars,
• The quick delivery (often 48 hours),
• The success of their weight loss with the "size change" programme,
• The time saved,
• The products tailored for athletes that assist during training.

Examples of positive feedback on Feed

❌ What they liked less:

• Beverage with a taste that may be too bitter for some,
• In summer: chocolate bars may arrive a bit melted,
• Some people didn't have a shaker and had to buy one specifically,
• A few people experienced difficulties with digestion after consuming these bars.

About Trustpilot

Since Feed has its own review platform, there are very few on Trustpilot: only 38 reviews. The average rating of these reviews is 3.5 out of 5:

Source: Trustpilot.com

Overall, the feedback is similar to that on the Feed website. Satisfied customers praise the great taste of the product, its value for money, and the effectiveness of the diet.

Customers who were dissatisfied experienced some isolated issues, such as with the delivery or the taste of the bars.

Social Media Feed

Feed places great importance on its customer community. The brand emphasizes values such as determination, ambition, resilience, and self-improvement. To stay motivated in your weight loss journey or to simply keep up with the latest from the brand, feel free to follow them on:

• Facebook,
• Instagram,
• Twitter.

Source: Instagram (@feed.fr)

Feed also has a YouTube channel, where you can find presentations of new products, as well as interviews with the creator of Feed, Anthony Bourbon, and other individuals who have tested the brand (celebrities, doctors, etc.).

Is Feed a Scam?

Feed is a French start-up that was founded by Anthony Bourbon in 2017. The brand's communication focuses on the journey of its CEO, who was once homeless and rebuilt his life through sheer determination, ultimately becoming a successful entrepreneur.

The mindset behind Feed by Anthony Bourbon, its founder

The start-up has indeed experienced exponential growth over the past five years with:

Source: Feed.co

However, Anthony Bourbon is not alone: he has surrounded himself well! The Feed products have all been developed by nutritionists and nutrition engineers. They are sold in pharmacies and are recognized as beneficial for health by doctors and pharmacists.

Source: Feed.co

Feed is also attentive to its customers, with:

• A customer service hotline,
• A WhatsApp chat,
• An email contact,
• A regular presence on social media with responses to customer queries on these platforms.

👉 The brand also takes the time to respond to customers who leave reviews on Trustpilot.

✅ Feed is indeed a legitimate company where you can order with complete confidence! If you'd like to taste some products before ordering online, feel free to look for a retailer near you.

My verdict on Feed ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Before writing this review, I have ordered meals from Feed several times and I even completed a 16-day weight loss programme! Here’s what I thought of the experience.

Was it easy to place an order on the Feed website?

It was very straightforward, indeed. The various ranges are easy to understand. As for the treatment, I quickly knew what to choose based on my needs.

The only thing I found a bit disappointing was that there is no information about where the bars and drinks are manufactured. Since this is a French company, I would have liked to know if their factory is also located in France.

Source: Instagram (@feed.fr)

How did the delivery of my Feed meals go?

With every order, I was very pleased with the delivery. I always chose home delivery, and the parcels arrived 48 to 72 hours after my order, in excellent condition, which was really great. The fact that the meals arrived quickly was very motivating for starting my weight loss programme!

Were the meals good?

I really loved the light bars, especially the chocolate-brownie and chocolate-sesame flavours. Besides being convenient, these bars are gentle on the stomach and digeast very easily.

Initially, I also ordered a discovery pack with some snacks, which were quite nice. However, I didn’t order them again as I found them a bit pricey for just some nibbles.

I also tried the shaker drinks, but I was less impressed. I found the flavour quite strong and lingering after I finished the drink. That's why, for the weight loss programme, I only ordered the bars afterwards.

Source: Instagram (@feed.fr)

Did the weight loss treatment work?

Here’s my summary:

• I lost 4 kilos in 16 days by replacing my breakfast and lunch with a Feed Light bar,
• I felt lighter and didn’t have any energy slumps,
• In terms of my digestion, I had no issues. I was also taking a herbal treatment (blonde psyllium powder) to aid digestion, which worked just as well as if I had eaten traditional meals.
• The only thing that was a bit challenging was having to eat a bar when sharing a lunch with others. That’s why I sometimes swapped lunch and dinner, as recommended on the Feed website.

✅ To sum it up, I’m really pleased to have discovered Feed. These little meals often make my life easier. Since they can be a bit pricey and I have quite the sweet tooth, I tend to save them for special occasions when I'm looking for simplicity and speed!

Source: Facebook (@Feed.Global)

Frequently Asked Questions about Feed: I'm answering YOUR questions!

To complement this testimony, here’s a little evolving section where you’ll find answers to the questions you might have about Feed. 😉

How to Find a Feed Reseller?

If you want to test Feed products before ordering online, there may be a retailer near you. Find out by following this link!

👉 If you don't feel like going out or simply don't have the time, why not consider the discovery pack for R500? For less than R750 including delivery, you can receive a selection of 5 Feed meals delivered straight to your door, which includes two drinks and three bars, as well as 2 snacks. It's a great way to get a taste of what the brand has to offer!

How to Get a Feed Promo Code? 🤑

Feed offers three different ways to get discounts on their website:

• Through referral, which offers a R15 discount for the referred friend,
• Through the Special Student Offer, with Student Beans:

Source: Feed.co

• Through a special promotional offer exclusively for apprentices and young people aged 16 to 26:

Source: Feed.co

👉 To take advantage of the Feed discount offers available for students, apprentices, and young people aged 16 to 26, simply scroll to the bottom of the brand's homepage and click on the relevant category. Then just follow the instructions provided!

How to contact Feed?

Feed ensures that it is available to meet the needs of its clients. If you encounter a problem or have a question, you can contact them:

• Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm at 📞 09.70.73.18.71 (local call rates apply),
• On WhatsApp 💬 by following this link, during the same hours,
• By email, at the address: service.clients@feed.co,
• Through this contact form available on the website,
• Or by reaching out directly to the team on social media: Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.

How to Unsubscribe from Feed?

If you have one or more subscriptions for Feed products, please be aware that you can change or cancel them at any time.

To do this, simply go to your personal space, then click on "Your subscriptions", followed by "Subscriptions delivered monthly". Next, select the product you wish to cancel, and then click on "Cancel subscription". Don't forget to do this for all the products you want to unsubscribe from!

I hope I've helped you determine whether Feed meals are really what you're looking for! Have a question about Feed ? Do you have a review to share? Feel free to leave a comment: I'll be happy to respond! 😊