Medical Weight Loss

Nearly 75% of adults over age 20 are overweight, and more than 40% are considered obese, a risk factor for many chronic and life-threatening diseases. The experienced medical team at NextGen Medical provides medical weight loss solutions for adults experiencing obesity at their office in Clearfield, Utah. To learn how medical weight loss can help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight, call the office or book an appointment online today.

What is medical weight loss?

Healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes, but carrying too much weight can increase your risk for problems like diabetes and joint pain. Medical weight loss is a safe and effective way to improve your health while losing excess body weight.

People who have tried losing weight before are probably familiar with the abundance of fad diets promising fast results. Not only are these restrictive diets ineffective, but limiting your nutritional intake can have dire effects on your overall health. Additionally, fad diets tend to fail in the long run.

The team at NextGen Medical knows the key to maintaining a healthy weight isn’t about short-term dietary changes. Long-term health requires lifestyle changes like eating nutritious foods that nourish your body, getting plenty of physical activity, and balancing your energy output with caloric intake.

What does medical weight loss entail?

The team at NextGen Medical creates a personalized medical weight loss plan tailored to your particular needs. They carefully review your medical history and perform a physical exam, which may include lab tests to check for hormonal imbalances and other factors that can contribute to weight gain.

Based on your current weight, activity level, and overall health, they recommend the best approach to sustainable weight loss. This often includes nutritional counseling, exercise, and prescription medications. The team at NextGen Medical also provides ketamine-assisted weight loss to qualifying patients.

What are the benefits of medical weight loss?

Staying in control of your weight contributes to positive health outcomes now and as you age. Studies show that overweight people who lose just 5% of their body weight experience a cascade of health benefits, including:

• Reduced heartburn
• Reduced risk for diabetes
• Reduced knee pain
• Lower blood pressure
• Increased energy
• Improved sexual function
• Better sleep
• Increased self-esteem

Modest weight loss can lower your risk factors for many health problems, too, including hypertension and heart disease.

How do I know if medical weight loss is right for me?

If you’re concerned about your weight, it’s better to start by consulting the weight loss professionals at NextGen Medical than to try a restrictive diet that may prove harmful. Their compassionate team helps you determine the best approach to weight management for you.

To learn more about medical weight loss, call NextGen Medical or book an appointment online today.