Latest Trends in Weight Loss
What is new in weight loss? Green Coffee, Saffron extract Raspberry Ketones, Qsymia and Belviq.
The active ingredient in green coffee chlorogenic acid has been shown to inhibit glucose release, increase fat metabolism in the liver and decrease the absorption of fat in the gut. Saffron extract is thought to work by increasing serotonin thereby decreasing cravings. Raspberry Ketones increase the secretion of adiponectin resulting in fat loss. As herbal supplements they as not regulated by the FDA. Qsymia and Belviq are the two newest medications approved by the FDA for weight loss. Belviq is a selective serotonin agonist directed at the serotonin 2C receptor unlike its cousin fenfluramine which targeted the serotonin 2B receptors and is thought to be the cause of adverse cardiac effects. Qsymia is a combination pill utilizing two medications, phentermine with Topamax, both of which have been used for weight loss for some time. All medications have side effects and should be used for the shortest time necessary and are not appropriate for everyone. The good news is that people rarely need these newer medications to lose weight.
The belief that a medication will magically make you lose weight is a big mistake. You must change your eating habits. Medications are very helpful to reinforce changes until good habits come naturally. Having been in practice for 21 years I have seen many weight loss plans come and go. What sets us apart at Weniger Plastic Surgery is that we do not make our money off of medications, supplements, pills, injections or special foods. The cost of 650$ covers all of your appointments until you reach and maintain your weight loss goal. By paying up front we have your commitment to following through not only with the initial weight loss but long term maintenance. Money and seeing results are great motivators. Weekly follow up visits at no additional charge keeps you motivated, allows us to monitor your results and make necessary modifications to keep you on track. You have no excuse not to lose the weight.
I find most people do best starting off with the HCG diet. The diet is very simple and you get dramatic results. It is a great jump start to making lasting changes in food choices and amounts. The next phase strengthens those changes as you continue to lose weight at a more gradual pace. Some people need medications like phentermine to reinforce changes in habits. There is no additional cost if this becomes necessary. Lastly once your goal is met we see you back to assure long term maintenance. New year a great time to start a diet but ending the year at your goal is fabulous.