47 lbs in 12 weeks

Check out how much weight these two patients lost in 12 weeks.

 

Yes, that’s right - they both lost 47 pounds!

 

They did this by following our amazing doctor-directed weight loss program.

 

Both of these patients began with a free consultation in the office which included an evaluation using our state-of-the-art body scale.  We analyzed their total weight and broke that weight into categories such as fat mass, muscle mass, and water weight. We also studied how well their body’s metabolism was functioning. This evaluation allowed us to set realistic goals and a specific plan based on their body’s unique composition. 

 

Their weight loss program included a portion-controlled diet along with a few supplements to help reset their body’s hormones and cravings while shedding unwanted fat and weight along the way. They drank daily shakes before lunch and dinner and took liquid nutrition to help detoxify their bodies. 

 

They were told to drink the proper amount of water, to eat a wide variety of foods, and to walk 20-30 minutes every day.  They came to the office every week for 12 weeks to be held accountable and to be congratulated for the amazing job they were doing.  

 

After all, was said and done they are each 47 pounds lighter! 

 

Contact us now to start your own incredible weight loss journey! 

Sincerely, 

 

Dr. Christopher Kessler, DC

 

Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic | Acupuncture | Weight Loss | Massage

1950 Laurel Manor Drive, Suite #202 & 204

The Villages, FL 32162

Benefits Of Natural Doctor Guided Weight Loss Vs. Plastic Surgery

 

A hanging pot-like belly is downright a dent to your self-confidence. Obesity is one health condition that not only affects the way you look but also disrupts your organs. According to the WHO, 13% of the world’s adult population was obese in 2016. 

 

Many people across the globe seek medical attention for weight loss but are baffled as to what should be opted; doctor-devised weight loss plans or plastic surgeries (liposuction and smart lipo techniques). Today we shall discuss the benefits of following a doctor-formulated weight loss program. 

Benefits Of Natural Weight Loss

No Need For Surgeries 

With a natural weight loss program that involves diet and exercise, there is no need for surgical interventions. Plastic surgery procedures (such as liposuction), on the other hand, are not for weight loss rather “fat-cut” procedures that require minor surgical procedures. Thus, weight loss programs can be easily adopted even by those who fear needles.

Improvement In Lipid And Glycemic Profiles

In a smart lipo operation, excess adipose tissue is removed from specific areas in the operation but it doesn't impact the lipid profile. The doctor-guided weight loss has shown to be effective in depleting tissue deposits and improving lipid profiles and insulin sensitivity. 

Better Targeting Of Fat Cells 

Doctors’ recommended program of 28 lbs loss in 40 days targets the belly fat cells better than liposuction. Research shows that dietary weight loss targets adipose tissues (fat cells) in the belly and leads to significant improvements in insulin sensitivity and cardiovascular health.

No Hefty Costs

Doctor-guided weight loss requires you to cut down on carbs to aid fat loss. This does not require you to invest a large sum while opting for a plastic surgery operation can drain you of your entire life savings.

No Side Effects

The greatest benefit of natural weight loss over plastic surgery is that it saves you from complications/side effects of liposuction. Studies show a list of post-surgical complications of liposuction including edema, ecchymosis, seromas, irregularities, etc. 

 

As there is no surgery involved, there is no recovery time needed for doctor-advised weight loss programs. 

 

References 

1.    .https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/obesity-and-overweight

2.   Goss, Amy M., et al. "Effects of weight loss during a very low carbohydrate diet on specific adipose tissue depots and insulin sensitivity in older adults with obesity: A randomized clinical trial." Nutrition & Metabolism 17.1 (2020): 1-12.

3.   McLaughlin, Tracey, et al. "Dietary weight loss in insulin-resistant non-obese humans: Metabolic benefits and relationship to adipose cell size." Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases 29.1 (2019): 62-68

4.   Dixit, Varun V., and Milind S. Wagh. "Unfavourable outcomes of liposuction and their management." Indian journal of plastic surgery: official publication of the Association of Plastic Surgeons of India 46.2 (2013): 377.

Weight Gain due to Hormonal Imbalances

Weight Gain Due to Hormonal Imbalances

 

Weight Is Directly Related to Hormones

Endocrine glands secrete hormones that are distributed all over your body via blood. They play a vital role in the body’s metabolism, helping maintain a healthy weight. 

Impact Of Hormones on Weight

To lose weight and keep it off, we should understand the workings of these hormones. They work as follows;

Hormone	Endocrine Gland  (Produced by)	Function	Issues due to malfunction
Insulin	Pancreas (islets of Langerhans)	-  handles utilization and storage of blood sugar (glucose)  -        makes the cell walls permeable to glucose (source of energy) -        excess sugar is turned into glycogen -        stored in the liver, muscles, and adipose tissue (fat cells)  -        glycogen turns to glucose in presence of insulin	-        Chronically, high levels of insulin in the blood lead to insulin resistance, weight gain, diabetes (Type 2)
Leptin	White adipose tissue, but also by the stomach, skeletal muscle & pituitary gland	-        appetite suppressant hormone -        communicates with your brain   -        telling it when you are satiated or hungry	-        Leptin resistance  -        Feeling unsatiated or empty  -        leading to the brain telling your body to keep eating à weight gain
Ghrelin	a pleiotropic hormone secreted by endocrine X/A-like cells of the stomach & in small amounts by the small intestine, pancreas, and brain	-        stimulates appetite -         increases food intake -        promotes fat storage	-        increased appetite àbody weight -        disorders like cachexia, anorexia nervosa
Cortisol	Adrenal glands	The adrenal cortex produces hormones that control  -        sex (androgens, estrogens) -        salt balance in the blood (aldosterone)  -        sugar balance (cortisol)	-        causes cravings for sugary, fatty & salty foods -        affects the carbohydrate & fat metabolism à weight gain
estrogen	gonads - ovaries, corpus luteum, and placenta non-gonad organs - liver, heart, skin, and brain	-        optimal functioning of female reproductive organs	-        produced too little or too much estrogen à weight gain

 

Conclusion

There are other obscure hormones such as - Neuropeptide Y (NPY), Cholecystokinin (CCK), Glucagon-like Peptide-1 (GLP-1), and Peptide YY (PYY) - that play a role in weight gain. Legacy Clinic offers a doctor-directed weight loss program that targets hormone imbalances to determine the source of the weight gain and provides a custom weight loss solution for each patient.

Legacy Clinic in The Villages operates a doctor directed weight loss program that gets to the cause of weight gain. Contact us today to find out the cause of your weight gain and learn about how you can reset your hormones to keep the weight off forever. Legacy Clinic is located in The Villages, FL at Laurel Manor Professional Plaza. 

Harmful Effects of Weight Gain

HARMFUL EFFECTS OF WEIGHT GAIN

WHAT ARE THE HARMFUL EFFECTS OF WEIGHT GAIN?

Weight gain is because of eating habits and lifestyle. Eating at the wrong hour and overeating trigger the malfunction of hormones and genes. Overeating is the intake of more calories than you burn per day. Mindless eating and snacking on a nutrient-poor and calorie-rich diet cause weight gain. 

Excess weight has short-term (acute) and long-term (chronic) deleterious effects. It diminishes every aspect of health, causing reproductive malfunctions, respiratory distress, memory loss, and mood swings. A person also develops chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and various types of cancers.

It is said; food is the nutritional supplement or medicine you take every day. But when taken wrongly, this medicine turns to poison. Nutritional studies have shown eating seasonal foods in moderation prevents weight gain while bringing other health benefits. 

Genetics is the other factor that causes weight gain. If both the parents are obese, the child will tend towards obesity or weight gain. This disease is because of the malfunction of the hormones involved in fat metabolism.

The above discussion brings up the question - when is a well-fed person considered overweight? The formula - BMI = kg/m2 tells us the Body Mass Index (BMI) of the body. Here, kg stands for the person’s weight in kilograms; and m² is the person’s height in meters; squared. A BMI between 18.5 to 24.9 is healthy; 25 is overweight.

HOW TO MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT?

Now that we have discussed the hazards of weight gain, let's discuss prevention. Work the following habits into your routine;

Exercise for 60 - 90 minutes daily. Stay hydrated; 3 - 4 liters of water per day is ideal. Maintain a balanced diet. Reduce your calorific intake and exercise to burn calories. 

Practice acupressure - press these five points - Zusanli (ST36), Sanyinjiao (SP6), Zhongwan (CV12), Renzhong (GV26), and Xuehai (SP10). 

Massage regularly. It boosts the metabolic rate, strengthens muscles, and presses the acupressure points. 

Try Legacy Clinic’s Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program to lose up to an average of 28 lbs in 40 days. The program is very easy to do and consists of no exercise, no hormones, and no starvation. It is a program that gets to the source of fat and regulates the hormones that cause you to gain weight. 

To get your weight loss consultation today please contact Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic at 352-259-0024