Weight Management

With almost half of adults in the U.S. attempting to lose weight in a given 12 months, weight management appears to be a common goal. If you encounter challenges with independent weight loss, consider professional weight management services with support from Jose David Suarez, MD, and the team at Dr. Joe DX, serving patients all across Florida via telehealth appointments. To schedule a weight management consultation, call Dr. Joe DX or request a telehealth appointment online today. 

How does weight management work?

Weight management is a helpful wellness service that can assist you with losing weight in a healthy and sustainable manner. Starting with a detailed evaluation and exam, the team at Dr. Joe DX gives you personalized recommendations and strategies to help you reach your goals. 

A weight management program might include:

Nutrition and diet planning

A balanced, low-calorie diet is essential for anyone trying to lose weight, but the team at Dr. Joe DX can offer more specific recommendations based on your goals. They teach you about nutrition so you can mindfully plan your meals. 

Meal replacements

Meal replacements like shakes or nutrition bars can help you control how much you eat and the nutritional content of your food intake. 

Medications and supplements

Some people benefit from taking appetite-reducing medications as they lose weight. The team might also recommend supplements to improve your nutrition. 

Exercise recommendations

The team at Dr. Joe DX encourages you to meet an exercise quota each week to burn calories.

What are the health benefits of weight management?

When done in a health-minded manner, weight management can offer dozens of health and wellness benefits. Managing your weight properly could reduce your risk for chronic health conditions such as:

• High cholesterol
• High blood pressure
• Heart disease
• Type 2 diabetes
• High blood sugar
• Certain types of cancer
• Depression
• Osteoarthritis
• Obstructive sleep apnea

You might notice a few additional benefits based on your personal circumstances. For example, weight management might lead to improved mobility and functional independence. 

What challenges might I encounter with weight management?

Professional weight management care at Dr. Joe DX can help you overcome or move past common challenges that people encounter as they attempt to lose weight. You can be sure that your weight management program won’t negatively impact your health and well-being with help from the expert team. 

Professional weight management services can help you avoid or overcome:

• Binge eating
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Over- or undereating
• Digestive concerns
• Unrealistic expectations
• Weight plateaus

The team teaches you valuable strategies that you can implement in everyday life to optimize your weight loss and maintain your results permanently. 

To start your own goal-oriented weight management program, call Dr. Joe DX or book a telehealth appointment online today.