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Metabolic Medical Weight Loss
Study after study has demonstrated that dieting alone does not work. Diets that restrict food intake in some way, especially fad diets, may actually cause people to gain weight - for every diet the average person undertakes, he or she will put on five pounds. For a weight loss strategy to be successful, it needs to address not just how many calories you eat, but also how your body burns those calories. At Atlantic Health Weight & Wellness Center at Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center, we offer an approach to weight loss that assesses the way your body uses food for energy and we develop a multidisciplinary plan to help you understand and control your weight through a variety of therapies. Your metabolic medicine treatment plan may involve learning new skills, making significant lifestyle changes, taking new medications or even undergoing surgery at Morristown Medical or Overlook Medical.
At our research-based center, we utilize sophisticated medical equipment to determine your metabolic profile and create a customized weight loss treatment plan that addresses your individual needs.
Metabolic Intake Assessment
Includes height, weight, body mass index (BMI) and waist measurements. We also calculate your resting metabolic rate, body composition and metabolic blood profile. In collaboration with you and your regular physician, we'll also complete a detailed medical history of your weight, diet and behavioral eating issues.
Physician Visit – Metabolic Weight Loss Diagnosis and Treatment Plan
- Blood tests and clinical examinations
- Correction of vitamin and mineral deficiencies
- Detection of inflammation and hormone imbalances
- Medically guided comprehensive weight loss program
- Medication management
- Prescription weight loss medication, when appropriate
- Referral to specialists, as appropriate
Nutrition Counseling
Our nutritionist will work with you to create a personalized eating plan based on your unique metabolic profile and your lifestyle. Behavioral modifications and dietary adjustments help you make the lifestyle changes necessary to finally achieve success.
Exercise
- Exercise guidelines
- Prescription for physical therapy or cardiac rehabilitation, if appropriate
Psychological and Behavior Modification
Coping skills and stress management techniques are important tools for metabolic medicine patients who need to make lifestyle changes. We work with you to help you understand and learn to cope with any unresolved emotional issues that may be contributing to excess weight gain.
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- Learn about healthy eating programs, screenings and support groups
- Choose topic: Healthy Diet
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