Aesthetic Medicine

A patient said to me “I lost a thousand pounds and gained a thousand pounds”. This illustrates how difficult it is to lose weight. At our facility we can help with an effective and practical diet program.

Our program is not drastic and is meant for long-term weight loss and lifestyle change. Being at or close to ideal weight is not only healthy, but will make you look and feel wonderful. Weight loss has to do with calories and the class of foods you eat which are converted to fat. As we evolved over time, our bodies have learned to store energy in the form of fat. During times of the foods shortage fat could be broken down to provide needed energy. In today’s world, the problem arises when the body stores fat in the absence of a food shortage.

Comfort foods make us feel full and satisfied, but also rob us of energy which creates an unhealthy situation. Fat deposits from these foods then may alter the body’s appearance and shape, resulting in an unattractive appearance. The solution during dieting is to reduce the amount of calories ingested, which can be stored as fat. At the same time, the body will use the fat, which has already been deposited, for energy needs. When a healthy body mass is reached, we determine the maximum amount of caloric intake needed so as not to have any excess calories stored as fat . We can help by structuring your diet with proven methods, vitamins and medications to arrive at your ideal weight. This diet has been formulated to be easy and effective. In the first week you will try to induce a moderate ketosis so your body will rapidly burn fat.

The diet will be limited to 500- 750 cal per day until your desired weight is achieved. At first this sounds like an impossible goal. On the diet, you will have plenty of healthy and delicious foods to choose from and feel satisfied. The diet takes into account calorie and carbohydrate content in foods. It is encouraged that you buy a book at any bookstore including the calorie and carbohydrate content of foods. An essential part of the diet is planning your meals in advance.

Although appetite suppressants are not essential to this diet, at times they may be prescribed. These appetite suppressants are approved by the FDA and are highly controlled and regulated. If they are prescribed, you must follow the prescribing guidelines rigorously. It is important that you keep your weekly visits in order to obtain these medications. The physician will evaluate your progress and the efficacy of the medication. Medication is included in weekly monitoring along with appropriate injections. Although you may feel restricted by this stringent program, your safety and obtaining optimal results is our goal. While on the program, the doctor is available to see you and you are free to call physician at any time.

Ultimately loosing weight and keeping it off is a lifestyle change that only you can make. Let us help you achieve your goals and obtain the health and body you really want!
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