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For many American adults struggling with obesity, medical weight loss programs are the answer. A medically supervised weight loss plan offers benefits where other programs have failed. In addition to successful weight loss, this type of program can also promote long-term improvements to your health. But what exactly is involved in a medically supervised weight loss program, and how do you know if this type of plan will be right for you? The team at WildBerryMD can help you find out.

How do medical weight loss programs work?

Medical weight loss programs may vary among providers. However, they all follow the same research-backed protocols. First, your weight loss physician will use a body composition analysis, health history and blood tests if required to get a full picture of your health and your weight loss needs. You will also discuss any health issues you may have, as these will influence how your body responds to different weight loss methods. If you have any of the following conditions, they will be considered when designing your weight loss plan.
  • Diabetes or prediabetes
  • Thyroid disease
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Autoimmune disorders
  • Hypertension
  • Celiac disease
  • Food allergies
  • Menopause
  • Hormonal imbalances
  • Arthritis
  • Cancer
  • Heart disease
  • Digestive disorders

Studies have shown that customizing weight loss plans to specific medical needs can help accelerate weight loss and promote long term success. Additionally, medical weight loss programs incorporate FDA-approved prescription or natural appetite suppressants to further boost results. FDA-approved appetite suppressants include phentermine, phendimetrazine, and Contrave. Each of these prescription medication options will help to curb cravings and reduce your appetite, so you can break free of habits like overeating, midnight snacking, or eating too much junk food. As an alternative to these medications, you might also consider proven natural appetite suppressant supplements like Ultra Control, lipo-gen, ketone drink, and MCT powder.

Where does holistic health coaching fit in?

Medically supervised weight loss plans utilize behavior modification focusing on dietary changes and increasing physical activity. Holistic health coaching, which is included with medical weight loss programs at WildBerryMD, can address underlying factors that make it difficult to lose weight. Coaching can help you establish clear, achievable goals while identifying triggers that cause you to overeat. For example, you may find that stress is a trigger for binge eating or that losing valuable sleep causes you to eat more junk food. Along with discovering these patterns, you will also learn about the science of weight loss so that you are better equipped to burn fat, build muscle, and break your addiction to sugar and processed foods.

What does research say about medical weight loss programs?

Research has shown that the best long-term weight loss takes place with a physician-involved program that is customized to an individual’s medical needs and lifestyle preferences. Furthermore, studies have indicated that losing just 5% of your total body weight can have a strong impact on health risks such as high blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and cholesterol levels.

What if I haven’t had success with diet programs before?

Many people who are considering a medically supervised weight loss plan worry that they won’t be able to follow a new diet, because they have not succeeded with other diets in the past. However, there are many different diet programs that might work for you. You may also have more success with an intermittent fasting program paired with appetite suppressants. Intermittent fasting utilizes a time-based eating schedule, and it can help you lose up to 20 pounds in just 2 weeks. With intermittent fasting, you may follow a more flexible eating program that is only limited by when you eat rather than what you eat.

WildBerryMD can help tailor a medical weight loss program to your needs, so you can finally take control of your health and wellness. Schedule your weight loss consultation in our Tucson-area weight loss clinic by calling (520) 762-1557.