Start the Process
- Is your weight holding you back from doing things you want to do?
- Are you or your loved ones concerned about your health?
- Have you tried weight loss plans that just haven’t worked for you?
The first step before beginning any weight loss plan or program is to have a comprehensive check-up to make sure:
- There are no underlying health issues preventing you from losing weight
- You are healthy enough to begin a weight loss plan.
The most common health issues that make it difficult to lose weight are:
- Hypothyroidism
- Hormone imbalances
- PCOS – Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Syndrome X – insulin resistance
- Chronic Stress and anxiety
Health Benefits of Losing Weight
Losing weight may help improve some weight-related health issues such as:
- High blood pressure
- Cardiovascular disease - including heart disease and stroke
- High Cholesterol
- Type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes
- Sleep Apnea
- Fatty liver disease
- Asthma and COPD
- Osteoarthritis
In addition to dietary changes and exercise that may be recommended, there may be medications that can help you lose weight.
