Understanding Weight Gain…and the Importance of Losing It

Losing weight and keeping it off plays a major part in overall health. Maintaining a healthy weight is not always easy. In the majority of cases, the key to success is making changes in daily eating and physical activity habits that can be maintained over the long term.

But there are other factors that can accelerate weight gain. Certain medical conditions (most notably, hormone imbalances), and some medications can also contribute to the problem. At the office of Valhalla Wellness and Medical Centers, we will do a complete evaluation to identify any underlying conditions you may have in order to develop the most effective treatment plan for you.

Regardless of the cause, being overweight can lead to health problems including high blood pressure, stroke, type 2 diabetes, abnormal blood fats, metabolic syndrome, cancer, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis, reproductive problems and gallstones.

There is no simple solution or a pill to cure obesity. However, there are effective treatments to help manage it. Obesity needs a long-term approach that combines a healthy diet, increased activity, and lifestyle changes. Some people with obesity may also benefit from weight loss medication or even bariatric surgery.

At our office, we are experts on hormones and metabolism, and can help assess the cause of your obesity and the possible complications. We can also determine how best you should be treated, we will prescribe and monitor your medications, and give you the proper tools for healthy weight management.

A trusted partner in care

At the office of Valhalla Wellness and Medical Centers, we’re dedicated to providing the highest quality of skilled and compassionate care. For more information on the many services that we provide, give us a call today.

By Valhalla Wellness & Medical Centers

June 26, 2020