LET’S TALK ABOUT OBESITY

If you are one of the millions who have struggled with obesity, you are not alone. Approximately 40% (about 93.3 million) of adults in the U.S. are obese. This isn’t just a cosmetic concern — but a medical issue that increases the risk of other health conditions. There are many reasons someone may be affected by obesity, such as inherited factors like genetics.

Obesity Is Obesity Is Not

A disease

Caused by many factors

Treatable

Uncontrollable

Just about food

Cured by a magic pill

The Link Between Obesity & Diabetes

Did you know that obesity is linked to up to half of new diabetes cases annually in the U.S.? Diabetes is a chronic health condition marked by an impairment in how the body regulates and uses sugar (glucose) as fuel.

After a meal, your body breaks down the food into glucose and releases it into your bloodstream. When your blood sugar increases, it signals your pancreas to release insulin, allowing your body’s cells to use the blood sugar as energy or to store as fat for later use.

With type 2 diabetes, the pancreas makes insulin, but the body doesn’t use it efficiently. This causes increased blood sugar levels, which stimulates the pancreas to produce more insulin and eventually leads to fat deposition, hyperglycemia, and cardiovascular disease. Losing 5-7% of your body weight may lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. However, if you already have the condition, it may be possible to reverse it and get off your medications with weight loss.

Benefits of Medical Weight Loss

The good news is that you can accomplish your goals with the help of licensed medical experts. Unlike commercial diets, medical weight loss offers many benefits:

Individualized Diet Plans

Your health history, lifestyle, and weight loss goals will be reviewed to create an individualized diet plan based on your needs.

1:1 Consultations With Medical Team

An experienced Medical Team will be with you at every step and make the necessary adjustments to ensure you stay on track for success.