WEIGHT LOSS

Everyone knows that carrying too much weight is bad for health, but losing it is often challenging. Tony Akpengbe, DNP, and the Diligence Care Plus team in San Bernardino, California, understand that weight loss is equally vital and tough to achieve. They offer proven medical weight loss programs to help you reach your optimal weight and stay there. Call Diligence Care Plus to learn more, or book a weight loss evaluation online today.

WEIGHT LOSS Q & A

Do I need to consider weight loss?

You should consider losing weight if you exceed a healthy weight for your height and body type. A simple way to determine this is body mass index (BMI). BMI uses your height and weight to verify where you are on a spectrum, from underweight to overweight.

If your BMI exceeds 25, you could be overweight. A BMI over 30 indicates obesity. BMI isn’t exact — for example, someone who works out regularly could score a higher BMI because muscle weighs more than fat. However, it’s a valuable indicator.

If you think you might be overweight, talk to the experts at Diligence Care Plus for an accurate assessment and effective weight loss.

How will weight loss benefit me?

Excess weight has multiple effects on your health and well-being. Losing weight could help you avoid chronic conditions like:

• Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
• High cholesterol
• High blood pressure
• Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
• Heart disease and heart attacks
• Carotid artery disease and strokes
• Kidney disease
• Some cancers
• Depression and anxiety
• Type 2 diabetes

The more excess weight you carry, the greater your risk of developing one or more of these conditions, many of which are life-threatening.

I have tried to lose weight before — how do I succeed this time?

A medical weight loss program offers the best way to achieve lasting success. The Diligence Care Plus team uses its medical expertise to ensure you eat well, remain healthy, and lose weight sustainably. First, your provider completes a physical exam and medical history review. They also request lab services like blood tests.

This thorough health check identifies any problems affecting your ability to lose weight, such as a hormonal disorder like hypothyroidism. Your provider also detects any underlying issues with your heart, lungs, or other systems that require treatment and monitoring.

Next, they prepare a personalized treatment plan for you, which likely includes regular exercise and dietary changes — the most critical element of any weight loss program. Behavioral therapy can help by changing the way you think about food, and nutrition counseling ensures you eat a well-balanced diet. Some people might benefit from medications like appetite suppressants.

Call Diligence Care Plus to learn more about the team’s safe, effective weight loss programs, or request an appointment by completing the online booking form.