Weight loss management

Weight loss management refers to the process of helping people lose weight using various proven measures to deal with obesity both in adults and children.

With so much misinformation, and over 20,000 books written the topic of weight gain, overweight, obesity and diet, this is a topic that is often misunderstood by many.

Steps in choosing the right weight loss program

• How does the weight loss program actually work?
• Who supervises the weight loss program?
• What are the credentials of the weight loss program's staff?
• Is the program supervised by a trained obesity medicine or weight loss physician?
• Did the physician pass a board examination in the field of obesity medicine?
• Does the program accept health insurance?
• Does the weight loss program offer Very low calorie diet (VLCD) or Low calorie diet?
• Does the program focus on diet, exercise or a combination of both?
• Does the weight loss program offer appetite suppressants or diet pills to suppress appetite when appropriate?
• How much does the weight loss program or service cost?
• Does the program have before and after weight loss pictures?
• Does the weight loss program have any testimonials?
• How often do I see the weight loss professional?
• Does the program offer written instructions on diet?
• Does the program correct any underlying causes for weight gain?
• What are the expected side effects of the weight loss program?
• What type of follow up plan does the weight loss management program offer for keeping the weight off?

Stop blaming the victim or yourself for obesity

If you understand the true causes of weight gain, such as insulin resistance, that in fact is one of the most common reason why people gain weight, and how the body's compensation to this issue of insulin resistance leads to metabolic starvation, you would realize that blaming the victim does not help and can even be harmful for losing weight.

Rethinking Our Dietary Approach Shifting focus from individual blame to understanding the complexities of obesity is crucial. A key factor is insulin resistance, impacting up to 71% of the population, with 35% experiencing metabolic syndrome. Navigating Misinformation The overwhelming presence of over 20,000 books and mixed messages on obesity medicine calls for guidance from experts like Dr Prab R. Tumpati, MD, who can provide clarity on the science and practice of this field. The Downfall of the Food Guide Pyramid The outdated and ineffective food guide pyramid, promoting a low-fat but high-glycemic diet, significantly contributed to increased insulin resistance and, consequently, weight gain. Insulin resistance and weight gain Insulin resistance is a physiological condition where the body's cells become less responsive to the hormone insulin. As insulin not only controls the blood sugar, it also controls the weight! Reducing the overall carbohydrate load and insulin levels is a key underlying concept in many low carbohydrate diets such as the ketogenic diet.

The Blame Game in Obesity Understanding metabolic starvation Weight gain isn't typically intentional. It often stems from the paradox of metabolic starvation in the obese, driven by insulin resistance and resulting in heightened insulin levels. This leads to persistent hunger, cravings, and further weight gain. Stop blaming the victim for obesity!

Insurance coverage for obesity in the United States

After the passage of the Affordable Care Act, popularly known as Obamacare, health insurance companies are now required to provide coverage for obesity as it is considered a preventable health problem. Although most non-surgical weight loss programs in the United States do not accept health insurance, there are a few exceptions such as the [W8MD medical weight loss centers of America] that do accept health insurance for the weight loss physician visits.

Start with knowing your Body Mass Index

Most people do not know where to start to lose weight. Starting with the following two things are the key.

• Start with Body mass index
• Check to see if you have a metabolic reason for weight gain.

Understand the 5 proven measures to lose weight

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See also

• Weight loss
• Insulin resistance
• Metabolic syndrome
• Obesity
• Body mass index
• Cardiovascular disease
• Childhood obesity
• Weight gain
• Diet
• Weight loss articles
• Overweight
• Physical activity

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