Philadelphia weight loss

Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
Obesity, Sleep & Internal medicine
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Obesity in Philadelphia - Overview[edit | edit source]

Obesity is a significant public health issue in Philadelphia, as it is in many other cities in the United States. According to data from the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, approximately 67.9% of adults in Philadelphia are overweight or obese, and obesity rates are higher in low-income neighborhoods.

Obesity can lead to a number of serious health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. It is also a major contributor to rising healthcare costs. In Philadelphia, the direct and indirect costs of obesity are estimated to be around $1.8 billion per year.

There are several factors that contribute to the high rates of obesity in Philadelphia, including a lack of access to healthy food options, limited opportunities for physical activity, and a lack of awareness about the importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle.

Statistics[edit | edit source]

City of Philadelphia with over 1.5 million residents, has a significant proportion of its population dealing with being either over weight or obese. According to the Centers for disease control, about 67.9% of mature or adult persons in the town and approximately 41% of youth aged between 6-17 are overweight or obese. Additionally, nearly 70% of youth in North Philadelphia, the majority of whom are Hispanic, or African American or origin, are overweight or obese, which is almost twice the rate of overweight or obese for youth in the United States. Vegetable and fruit consumption is a dispute for inhabitants, with almost 25% of youth and 30% of mature persons getting only one assisting or less per day. Further, roughly 25% of youth do not get maintained physical activity even one time a week.

Causes of obesity Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

There are many factors that contribute to weight gain in Philadelphia including [insulin resistance], eating behaviors, environment, and genetic factors may have an effect in causing people in Philadelphia to be overweight and obese. Although many tend to oversimplify this and say "calories in, calories out", it is important to realize the true causes of obesity and weight gain. According to Dr. Prab R. Tumpati, MD, founder of W8MD medical weight loss centers of America, the most important cause of obesity in Philadelphia, and other places is their underlying insulin resistance that in turn shapes ones eating habits. Since insulin is a body building hormone, more insulin resistant one is, more compensation happens and insulin being a body building or anabolic hormone, insulin resistance ultimately leads to weight gain, causes metabolic starvation in the obese leading to tummy and upper body weight gain.

Weight loss options for weight loss and obesity help Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

What are the options to lose weight fast in Philadelphia?

How to find the right weight loss program for me in greater Philadelphia?

What works and what does not for weight loss in Philadelphia?

If any of the above questions sound familiar, you are not alone. Most people looking for a weight loss program in Philadelphia and elsewhere spend a lot of time doing online research on the internet using combination of various searches including "the best weight loss program", fastest weight loss program, "safe weight loss program" etc.

Let us find what really are the options to lose weight in Philadelphia fast and easy using health insurance.

Weight loss options Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

Very low calorie diet or VLCD
Weight loss medications or diet pills
Physical activity or exercise in combination with VLCD or LCD diet
Behavior therapy to correct insulin resistance, [[sleep disorders], metabolic syndrome, eating disorders etc.
Bariatric surgery for a small minority of patients but note that you still need a combination of the above even after surgery

Understand the following 5 proven measures to lose weight fast and easy in Philadelphia

Very low calorie diet for weight loss in Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

What is a Very low calorie diet for losing weight? A very low calorie or VLCD diet can be as low as 800 calories but has all the nutrients your body needs in the form of weight loss supplements that help reduce the hunger by providing constant nutrition, each time of only about 100-200 calories, with about 3-5 small meals a day using specially manufactured meal replacement of weight loss supplements such as the w8md VLCD diet Philadelphia.

Cost of VLCD very low calorie diet Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

While the prices of the very low calorie meal replacements in Philadelphia can vary based on the individual physician weight loss program used, they vary any where from $2.20 at [Costing as little as $2.20 per meal replaced, W8MD medical weight loss centers protein bars, shakes, pasta, smoothies, soups, and other weight loss supplements are not only tasty but also can be cheaper than the cost of the ingredients for many home made foods. In fact, according to the research from our manufacturer, a person on VLCD diet from W8MD can save up to 15% or more on their grocery food bills. w8md physician weight loss center in Philadelphia] to over $5.00 per meal replaced.

These weight loss supplements can be in the form of low calorie protein bars, protein shakes, pasta, weight loss smoothies, soups, and other weight loss supplements. While they only have as few as 100-160 calories, they do provide the important nutrients that body needs. They are not only tasty but also can be cheaper than the cost of the ingredients for many home made foods. Considering there is a cost of regular food even if prepared at home, there could even be a small saving on the overall monthly grocery food bills even after adding the cost of these weight loss meal replacements in Philadelphia. For example, in one research study, there was a 15% cost saving on grocery food costs when using these very low calorie diet supplements.

Medication options for weight loss Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

There are many weight loss medications to help suppress appetite, reduce food cravings and help you lose weight in Philadelphia. Here is a list of weight loss medications or diet pills for losing weight in Philadelphia.

Orlistat for weight loss in Philadelphia
Lorcaserin (Belviq) for weight loss in Philadelphia
Sibutramine to lose weight in Philadelphia
Rimonabant for appetite suppression Philadelphia
Metformin for weight loss and blood sugar control
Exenatide for weight loss and diabetes control
Pramlintide for losing weight and diabetes
Phentermine/topiramate (Qsymia), the best weight loss combination medication for fast weight loss
Phentermine, Topiramate for weight loss.

Exercises for weight loss Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

It may be a bit shocking for some, but well established research shows that on its own is useless as exercise stimulates appetite, and builds heavier muscle. In fact, this is so well established a fact that it is a board examination questions in obesity medicine, reported on New York Times. However, exercise, in combination with a Very low calorie diet or Low calorie diet does help.

Sleep disorders and weight gain Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

Did you know lack of proper sleep can lead to weight gain and sleep disorders in turn lead to weight gain, thus setting in vicious cycle? The bidirectional relationship between sleep disorders and metabolic disorders are so well established that the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends addressing these two inter-related disorders together. Poly-Tech sleep and W8MD medical weight loss centers with many locations in Philadelphia address both sleep disorders and obesity together so you can lose weight, sleep better and even live longer!

Weight loss locations for weight loss Philadelphia[edit | edit source]

Weight loss centers in Philadelphia that accept insurances

Physician weight loss centers in or near Philadelphia that accept health insurance Poly-Tech Sleep & W8MD Weight Loss Center - accepts most insurances, and offers telemedicine 1718 Welsh Road, 2nd Floor, Ste C, Philadelphia, PA · (215) 676-2334 W8MD Insurance Medical Weight Loss Center of King Of Prussia (215) 676-2334 987 Old Eagle School Rd Wayne, PA 19087

==Other physician weight loss centers in Philadelphia area==

Brooks Allan H Do 849 East Allegheny Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19134 Phone: (215)425-3744
Fisher Jon DO 11043 Bustleton Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19116 Phone: (215)398-8153
Fisher Jon DO 7516 City Avenue Suite 6 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19151 Phone: (215)877-7580
Dimarino Jr, Anthony J, MD Physician Weight Loss Management 132 S 10th St Philadelphia, PA 19107 Phone:(215) 955-8900
Physicians Weight Loss Centers 10012 Sandmeyer Ln Philadelphia, PA 19116 Phone:(215) 969-2526
Su Simon MD Physician Weight Loss Management 109 N 9th St Philadelphia, PA 19107 Phone:(215) 923-2810
Sloane Bruce MD Physician Weight Loss Management 51 N 39th St Ste 111 Philadelphia, PA 19104 Phone: (215) 563-1199
Pamela Huffman-Devaughn Md Physician Weight Loss Management 105 W School House Ln Philadelphia, PA 19144 (215) 848-9000
Marta T Becker, Md 24. Marta T Becker, Md Physician Weight Loss Management 525 Jamestown St Ste 104 Philadelphia, PA 19128 Phone:(215) 482-3100
Juan Omar Ali Md Physician Weight Loss Management 7600 Central Ave Philadelphia, PA 19111 Phone:(215) 728-2169
Jeanes Ob/Gyn Associates Md Physician Weight Loss Management 7604 Central Ave Philadelphia, PA 19111 Phone:(215) 745-8989
Andorra Pediatrics Physician Weight Loss Management 8945 Ridge Ave Ste 5 Philadelphia, PA 19128 Phone:(215) 483-8558
Henry J William Md Physician Weight Loss Management Phone:(215) 248-2400 8815 Germantown Ave Ste 32 Philadelphia, PA 19118

Other weight loss centers[edit | edit source]

Saultzman Robert 1632 Pine St Philadelphia, PA 19103 Phone: (215) 670-5843
Care Group 1843 S Broad St Philadelphia, PA 19148 Phone:(610) 394-1380
Edwards Richard Weight Loss Management 800 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19107 Phone:(215) 829-3867
Knights Gym 3510 Scotts Ln Philadelphia, PA 19129 Phone:(267) 385-8776
Mc Clain Joanna 420 Bainbridge St Ste 3 Philadelphia, PA 19147 Phone:(215) 627-7080
Gottagetabody Personal Training Svcs, Inc 2449 Golf Rd Ste 25 Philadelphia, PA 19131 Phone:(484) 802-2788
OnPoint Nutrition 2401 Walnut St, Suite 201 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Phone:(215) 867-9424
Rosenberg Ethel weight loss 1216 Arch St Ste 3b Philadelphia, PA 19107 Phone: (215) 563-1199
Professional Aesthetics and Wellness Center 1315 Wolf St Philadelphia, PA 19148 Phone:(215) 465-9600
American First Choice.com 1127 South 48th Street Suite 3F Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19143 Phone: (215)724-7712 Fax: (775)415-4778
D & R Weight Loss 2560 S Holbrook Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19142 Phone: (215)937-9592
Foster Pharmacy 2401 East York Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19125 Phone: (215)739-8977
Freelife International 531 Titan Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19147 Phone: (215)740-3586
Healthwise Medical Centers 6522 Lebanon Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19151 Phone: (215)473-3102
Healthyfatfree.com 2867 Walnut Hill Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19152 Phone: (215)969-1057
Herbal Body Wraps & Reflexology 7820 Castor Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19152 Phone: (215)470-5948
Herbalife Distributor 3443 Shelmire Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19136 Phone: (215)332-8305
Herbalife Distributor 1840 Packer Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145 Phone: (215)462-1432
Herbalife Distributor 3722 South Hereford Lane Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19114 Phone: (215)612-9790
Rejuve 4141 Maywood St Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19124 Phone: (888)224-5165
Herbalife Distributor John & DEBI Emerick 9334 Trout Road Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19115 Phone: (215)677-0877
Herbalife Independent Distributor 6329 Oakley Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19111 Phone: (215)342-0294
Herbalife Independent Distributor 7333 Buist Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19153 Phone: (800)989-8540
Jenny Craig Weight Loss Centres 7325 Castor Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19152 Phone: (215)745-2422
Jo-Kin.com 801 South 47th Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19143 Phone: (866)234-2796
K&S Independent Herbalife Distributors 7553 Rugby Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19150 Phone: (215)924-3463
LA Weight Loss Centers Inc 124 South 16th Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102 Phone: (215)563-7011
LA Weight Loss Centers Inc 1619 Grant Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19115 Phone: (215)676-0616
LA Weight Loss Centers Inc 2313 East Venango Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19134 Phone: (215)744-1393
LA Weight Loss Centers Inc 2437 South 23rd Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145 Phone: (215)755-9951
Levin Harvey M MD 1709 Packer Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145 Phone: (215)467-0200
Mind Over Matter 1527 Wakeling Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19124 Phone: (215)288-1074
Nirvana Athletic & Fitness Center 4401 G Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19120 Phone: (215)289-4200
Nutri-System Weight Loss Center 6391 Oxford Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19111 Phone: (215)743-9230
Nutrition Direct 5443 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144 Phone: (215)844-1550
Nutrition Direct Weight Loss Wellness 6816 North 10th Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19126 Phone: (215)224-0710
Optimfitness 9757 Krewstown Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19115 Phone: (215)934-5912
Reduce2reduce 2707 Black Lake Place Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19154 Phone: (800)427-1518
Shaklee Independent Distributor 2912 South 16th Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145 Phone: (215)467-2850
The Center For Spiritual & Health Awareness 5917 Drexel Rd Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19131 Phone: (215)877-2500
Vitamin Power 2025 South 23rd Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145 Phone: (215)452-5333
Warren Utain Enterprises 301 West Byberry Road Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19116 Phone: (215)485-0399

Weight loss insurances[edit | edit source]

Although most weight loss programs in greater Philadelphia do not accept health insurance for physician supervised medical weight loss, W8MD medical weight loss programs do accept health insurance for fast physician supervised medical weight loss in Philadelphia.

W8MD weight loss team

Here is a partial list of insurances accepted for losing weight in Philadelphia area at W8MD weight loss centers.

American Postal Workers Union weight loss Philadelphia
Americhoice for losing weight in Philadelphia
Amerihealth Administrator weight loss Philadelphia
Amerihealth HMO&PPO for losing weight in Philadelphia
Beech Street weight loss Philadelphia
Highmark BC/BS Affiliates for losing weight in Philadelphia
Horizon BC/BS Affiliates weight loss Philadelphia
Independence BC/BS Affiliates for losing weight in Philadelphia
BRAVO weight loss Philadelphia
CIGNA-PA/DE for losing weight in Philadelphia
GREATWEST-One Health Plan of PA weight loss Philadelphia
Keystone Health Plan East for losing weight in Philadelphia
Keystone 65 weight loss Philadelphia
Keystone Mercy for losing weight in Philadelphia
Medicare weight loss Philadelphia
Multiplan, Inc for losing weight in Philadelphia
Medicaid/ Medical Assistance – PA weight loss Philadelphia
Prudential Healthcare System for losing weight in Philadelphia
Teamster Health & Welfare Fund weight loss Philadelphia
Tricare for losing weight in Philadelphia
Personal Choice weight loss Philadelphia

W8MD Weight loss before and after[edit | edit source]

Check out the weight loss success stories, before and after weight loss pictures and testimonials for losing weight fast and safe in Philadelphia.

Weight loss success stories[edit | edit source]

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While individual results may vary, most people do succeed in losing weight in Philadelphia using proven weight loss measures under the supervision of a trained and experienced weight loss physician.

Also see[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Philadelphia, PA

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