Making the Decision to Lose Weight - Juvia Med Spa

1. Making the Decision to Lose Weight juviamedspa11.tumblr.com/post/146746728432/making-the-decision-to-lose-weight Excess weight is a major health problem in the United States. One third of Americans are considered obese, and three out of four men qualify as either overweight or obese. That number is even more alarming among women – two out of every three females are overweight or obese. If you suffer with weight struggles, you know that this problem not only affects your self-esteem and day to day quality of life, but your health as well. This health issue has a significant economic impact on the country as well – annual medical care costs due to obesity in America run into the billions of dollars. On top of the financial and daily functioning challenges, being overweight creates a highly emotional and personal struggle. Some people spend their entire lives trying to create a body in which they can be comfortable, fighting a losing battle against food addiction, depression, social isolation, and poor self-image. A Difficult Battle Like most overweight people, you’ve probably tried every diet under the sun, hoping against hope to hit on exactly the right formula that will magically allow you to maintain your weight loss. The problem is that without the right mindset, tools, and support, these approaches rarely work. You may even have considered weight loss surgery, but this method is risky and involves permanently altering your internal organs, which 1/2

2. can have long-term effects as well as create intestinal problems and difficulty getting enough nutrients for optimal health. While you may have tried a variety of eating plans that just didn’t take, or weren’t sustainable over the long haul, you may not have considered medical weight loss. This approach uses a combination of prescription medication, sometimes used alongside injections to boost energy and suppress appetite, in order to produce immediate results that keep you motivated and on track so that you don’t lose the will to continue on the program. What to Ask There are some questions you should ask yourself as well as the weight loss experts when seeking out a weight loss center in Colleyville: Are you ready to make a permanent change, not just in your weight loss approach but in your lifestyle in general as well? What is involved in the center’s weight loss regimen? How often will you be able to consult or meet with your professional to monitor your health and make sure everything is staying on track? How does the center support you and help you maintain the weight loss over the long haul? Beginning any new weight loss program is a big step. You want to be sure you give yourself the best chance of slimming down not just at first but in the long run as well. It’s one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make, and will help you feel better, look better, and improve your health so you can enjoy life with your family for a long time to come. Author Bio Dr. Amir Baluch is the Medical Director of Juvia Med Spa a full-service medical spa for Colleyville, Fort Worth, and Southlake, Texas. For more information, and services visit the website or call at 817-427-3700. 2/2